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New to Topstep? Start here.

You found your path to funded trading. Now let's start.

Topstep is an industry-leading futures prop trading firm. Start in the Trading Combine® (TC), prove your risk management, earn an Express Funded Account® (XFA), take Payouts, and work toward a Live Funded Account® (LFA). Here's how to get going.


What Is Topstep?

Topstep uses the Trading Combine® — a real-time, simulated evaluation — to test your trading performance. Prove you can manage risk and protect capital. Pass, and you earn an Express Funded Account® where you can take Payouts. Demonstrate consistent performance in the XFA, and you'll have the opportunity to move into a Live Funded Account®.


How to Get Started

  1. Choose your account size: 50K, 100K, or 150K

  2. Enter your payment info to start your monthly subscription

  3. Check your email for your account credentials

Single-profile policy: Topstep allows one profile per Trader. If you've signed up before, log in to your existing profile and click "Start a Trading Combine."

You can sign up with an email address, Google, or Facebook.


Enabling Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

MFA is required to access your Topstep Dashboard.

  1. Select whether you're a new or returning Trader

  2. Enter your email and password to receive a verification email

    1. Alternatively, you can click this link to reset your password right now.

  3. Check your inbox (or spam folder) for the verification email

  4. Click the verification link to reach the password reset screen.

  5. Set a strong password

  6. Set up MFA via email: you'll receive a code — enter it to complete setup

On future logins, a verification code will be sent to your email. Enter it to get in.

⚠️ Troubleshooting: If you see a "network error" while resetting your password, use an Incognito/Private browser or clear your browser's cookies and cache. If the issue continues, please contact Support for assistance.


FAQ

Why should I choose Topstep?

Topstep was built by a trader for traders. We act on feedback, not just collect it. We don't require you to pay back losses — as long as you're willing to work and learn, we're willing to have you trade. We've been funding traders for nearly a decade.

How do I earn funding and take Payouts?

Pass the Trading Combine® and earn an Express Funded Account®. Once funded, you can request Payouts following the standard Payout Policy.

What trading platform does Topstep use?

TopstepX™ is the only available trading platform. It features fast execution, built-in risk management tools, real-time performance tracking, and seamless integration with your Topstep account.

I'm a Forex trader new to Futures — what do I need to know?

Topstep is a Futures-only program. We don't offer Forex trading. That said, we highly recommend Foreign Exchange Futures for traders with a Forex background.

Does Topstep offer educational or community resources?

Yes. Resources include TopstepTV, the Topstep Discord, Group Coaching, the Topstep Blog, YouTube, and our Recommended Learning articles in the Help Center. Learn more here: Topstep Community and Topstep Learning


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