Frequently Asked Questions

What is Algo-X Pro?

Algo-X Pro is an automated signal-forwarding service for futures markets. It receives trading signals from proprietary algorithmic strategies and forwards them directly to NinjaTrader as fully formed bracket orders with mandatory stop-loss and take-profit levels attached to every trade.

How does the signal forwarding work?

Our proprietary algorithm generates trading signals based on real-time market analysis. Each signal is sent to the Algo-X Bridge, which validates the order parameters, verifies that stop-loss and take-profit levels are present and valid, and then forwards the complete bracket order to your NinjaTrader platform for execution.

Every trade that reaches your account includes protective stops. Signals that are missing a valid stop-loss or take-profit are automatically blocked at the bridge level. There are no naked orders—ever.

What markets does Algo-X trade?

Algo-X trades CME Group futures contracts including MES (Micro E-mini S&P 500), MNQ (Micro E-mini Nasdaq-100), MYM (Micro E-mini Dow), M2K (Micro E-mini Russell 2000), MCL (Micro WTI Crude Oil), MGC (Micro Gold), and other liquid futures instruments. You can enable or disable specific instruments on a per-account basis from your dashboard.

Is Algo-X prop-firm friendly?

Algo-X Pro is designed with prop-firm compatibility in mind. It includes several features specifically built to help traders operate within the rules of funded trading accounts.

Key features include: bracket orders with mandatory stop-loss and take-profit on every trade, configurable daily profit targets with automatic position flattening when targets are reached, Payout-Safe Mode which dynamically monitors drawdown headroom and adjusts position sizing accordingly, per-account instrument filtering to comply with firm-specific allowed instruments, and automatic weekend flattening before Friday market close.

It is the user’s sole responsibility to configure Algo-X with the correct limits and parameters for their specific prop firm’s rules. Algo-X Pro is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with any proprietary trading firm.

How does Algo-X manage drawdown and daily loss limits?

When Payout-Safe Mode is enabled, Algo-X computes your account’s trailing drawdown headroom and daily loss headroom in real time before every trade. The system categorizes risk into zones: GREEN (normal trading), YELLOW (reduced size), and RED (all signals blocked).

In the RED zone, no new trades are forwarded to your account. In the YELLOW zone, position sizes are automatically reduced to protect remaining headroom. The system also enforces a cooldown period after consecutive losses and monitors instrument concentration to prevent overexposure to a single market.

All of these checks happen at the bridge level, before any order reaches NinjaTrader. This provides an additional layer of protection beyond what NinjaTrader or your broker offers natively.

Does Algo-X adjust position size for prop firm rules?

When Payout-Safe Mode is enabled, Algo-X dynamically calculates position size for each trade based on multiple risk factors rather than using a fixed contract count.

The sizing algorithm considers: the stop-loss distance of the specific trade, your account’s current trailing drawdown headroom, your remaining daily loss headroom, the maximum contracts allowed per your configuration, a configurable safety buffer percentage, and current instrument concentration across open positions.

This risk-based sizing approach means that as your available headroom decreases, position sizes are automatically reduced. If headroom becomes critically low, signals are blocked entirely. The goal is to help preserve your account within its drawdown limits.

How does Algo-X handle slippage, delays, and partial fills?

Algo-X operates in real market conditions with real order execution. The system tracks entry slippage (difference between signal price and actual fill price), exit slippage on stop-loss and take-profit fills, signal-to-fill latency (time from signal generation to order execution), order rejections and their reasons, and partial fill handling.

An execution metrics dashboard provides visibility into these real-world execution factors so you can monitor performance accurately.

Slippage is an inherent part of futures trading and cannot be eliminated. Algo-X does not guarantee zero-slippage execution, but it provides full transparency into execution quality so you can make informed decisions.

Is Algo-X fully automated or manually traded?

Algo-X Pro is fully automated. Once configured, signals are generated, validated, and forwarded to NinjaTrader without manual intervention. The system operates 24/5 during futures market hours.

The user controls available are designed to be risk-reducing only. You can pause signal forwarding, set daily profit targets, enable Payout-Safe Mode, filter which instruments are allowed, and set maximum contract limits. These controls can only restrict or reduce trading activity—they cannot be used to override the system to increase risk or bypass protective stops.

Does Algo-X guarantee passing prop firm evaluations?

No. Algo-X Pro does not and cannot guarantee that you will pass any proprietary trading firm evaluation or funded account challenge. Trading futures involves substantial risk of loss.

Whether you pass or fail an evaluation depends on market conditions, your account configuration, execution quality, slippage, and the specific rules of your prop firm. While the tools provided (Payout-Safe Mode, daily profit targets, bracket orders) are designed to help reduce the risk of rule violations, they do not eliminate that risk.

You should only trade with capital you can afford to lose, including any evaluation fees paid to prop firms.

Does Algo-X guarantee profits?

No. Algo-X Pro does not guarantee profits, returns, or any specific financial outcome. Trading futures involves substantial risk of loss, and past performance is not indicative of future results.

Algo-X is a signal-forwarding and risk-management tool, not an investment advisory service. Nothing provided by Algo-X Pro constitutes investment advice, financial advice, or a recommendation to trade.

You should only trade with capital you can afford to lose entirely.

What do I need to get started?

To get started with Algo-X Pro you need: an active Algo-X Pro subscription, NinjaTrader 8 installed on a Windows machine or VPS, a funded trading account (live or evaluation) connected to NinjaTrader, and the Algo-X NinjaTrader AddOn installed and configured.

Setup typically takes under 10 minutes. If you do not have a dedicated Windows machine to run NinjaTrader 24/5, VPS (Virtual Private Server) options are available and recommended for uninterrupted operation.

How are stop-loss and take-profit levels determined?

Each instrument has calibrated default stop-loss and take-profit distances based on its volatility profile and tick size. For example, MES uses a 4-point stop-loss and 6-point take-profit by default. These levels are attached as bracket orders at signal time, meaning your protective stops are placed simultaneously with your entry order. Any signal that arrives without a valid stop-loss or take-profit is automatically blocked and never reaches your account.

Can I use Algo-X on multiple accounts?

Yes. Your subscription license tier determines how many accounts you can connect simultaneously. Signals are forwarded to all enabled accounts at the same time. Each account maintains its own independent configuration, including instrument filters, daily profit targets, Payout-Safe Mode settings, and maximum contract limits.

What happens when markets close?

All open positions are automatically flattened before the Friday market close to avoid holding risk over the weekend. Signal forwarding automatically resumes when futures markets reopen on Sunday at 5:00 PM Central Time.

Does Algo-X offer refunds?

No. All payments for Algo-X Pro subscriptions are final and non-refundable. Please review the full refund policy before subscribing.

How do I cancel my subscription?

You can cancel your subscription at any time through your Whop dashboard or by contacting [email protected]. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period. Signal forwarding to your account stops immediately upon cancellation.