FTMO Challenge Strategy Guide: Passing Phase 1 & Phase 2 in 2026
Published on 2026-07-30 | Category: Guides
Comprehensive roadmap for passing the FTMO 2-step evaluation. Master the 10% Phase 1 target, 5% Phase 2 target, and FTMO Account MetriX analysis.
FTMO remains the gold standard for global proprietary trading evaluation challenges. Passing FTMO requires clearing two distinct phases: Phase 1 (10% profit target) and Phase 2 (5% profit target) while strictly respecting the 5% daily loss limit and 10% maximum loss limit.
### Step-by-Step FTMO Strategy Roadmap:
#### Phase 1: Capital Growth Strategy (10% Target)
- Target a **1:2 or 1:3 Risk-to-Reward ratio** on every trade setup.
- Risk 0.75% per trade ($750 on a $100K account). You only need 13-14 net winning R-multiples to reach the $10,000 profit target.
- Utilize FTMO's **Account MetriX** tool daily to track remaining equity buffer and loss limits.
#### Phase 2: Profit Preservation Strategy (5% Target)
- Once Phase 1 is passed, lower your trade risk to 0.5% per trade ($500 on a $100K account).
- With a lower 5% target ($5,000), conservative position sizing eliminates drawdown stress and ensures smooth qualification.
#### Best Platforms & Tools for FTMO:
FTMO supports MetaTrader 5, cTrader, and direct TradingView integration. Connecting your TradingView charts directly to FTMO execution enables seamless chart-based order placement and rapid stop-loss management.