Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: March 23, 2024

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using our services

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using Trade Support's trading platform and services ("Services"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our Services.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("Client", "you", or "your") and Trade Support ("Company", "we", "us", or "our"). We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and such modifications will be effective immediately upon posting.

2. Eligibility

To use our Services, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age or the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction
  • Have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
  • Not be a resident of a restricted jurisdiction
  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Provide accurate and complete registration information

We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone at our sole discretion. You are responsible for ensuring that your use of our Services complies with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction.

3. Account Registration

To access our trading Services, you must create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
  • Maintain and promptly update your account information
  • Keep your login credentials confidential and secure
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to your account
  • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account

We may require identity verification and additional documentation to comply with regulatory requirements. Failure to provide requested information may result in account suspension or termination.

4. Trading Services

Our platform provides access to trading in various financial instruments including forex, cryptocurrencies, stocks, indices, ETFs, and commodities. You acknowledge that:

  • Trading involves significant risk and may result in loss of capital
  • Past performance is not indicative of future results
  • Leverage amplifies both profits and losses
  • Market conditions can change rapidly and unpredictably
  • You are solely responsible for your trading decisions

We provide execution services only and do not provide investment advice. All trading decisions are made at your own discretion and risk.

5. Deposits and Withdrawals

You may deposit and withdraw funds according to our payment policies:

  • Minimum deposit requirements apply as specified on our website
  • Deposits must be made from accounts in your own name
  • Withdrawals are processed to the same payment method used for deposit
  • We reserve the right to request additional verification for withdrawals
  • Processing times vary by payment method
  • We do not charge deposit fees; withdrawal fees may apply

5.1 Minimum Trading Volume Requirement

In accordance with our Anti-Money Laundering (AML) policies and industry best practices, clients must complete a minimum trading volume before withdrawing funds from their TradeSupport account. The required trading volume is calculated based on your total new deposits (including bonuses) to the platform.

Trading Volume Formula:

Required Lots = (Total New Deposits + Bonuses) ÷ $10,000 × 20 lots

Minimum requirement: 2 lots for deposits under $1,000

Examples:

  • $1,000 deposit: (1,000 ÷ 10,000) × 20 = 2 lots required
  • $5,000 deposit: (5,000 ÷ 10,000) × 20 = 10 lots required
  • $10,000 deposit: (10,000 ÷ 10,000) × 20 = 20 lots required
  • $20,000 deposit: (20,000 ÷ 10,000) × 20 = 40 lots required
  • $10,000 deposit + $40,000 bonus (5X): (50,000 ÷ 10,000) × 20 = 100 lots required

Important Clarifications:

  • Applies to: All new individual or cumulative deposits made to the platform, including any bonuses received
  • Does NOT include: Recycled deposits (withdrawals that are re-deposited)
  • Bonuses included: All deposit bonuses (e.g., 5X bonus) are added to the calculation
  • Cumulative calculation: If you deposit $5,000 today and $5,000 next week, the requirement is based on $10,000 total
  • Withdrawal restriction: You cannot withdraw any funds (deposits, profits, or bonuses) until the required trading volume is met

Rationale: This requirement helps prevent money laundering activities and ensures that our platform is used for legitimate trading purposes. The proportional formula ensures fairness - larger deposits require proportionally more trading activity. This is a standard practice across regulated financial institutions to comply with international AML regulations and to protect both the platform and legitimate traders from fraudulent activities.

⚠️ Note: This requirement applies to ALL funds in your account - deposits, profits, and bonuses. You must complete the required trading volume before any withdrawal can be processed. Recycled deposits (funds previously withdrawn and re-deposited) are exempt from additional volume requirements.

All transactions are subject to our anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) procedures. We reserve the right to refuse or delay any transaction that raises compliance concerns.

6. Fees and Charges

You agree to pay all applicable fees and charges associated with your trading activity:

6.1 Trading Fees

  • Spreads: Variable spreads starting from 0.0 pips on major currency pairs. Spreads may widen during periods of high volatility or low liquidity.
  • Commissions: Applicable on certain instruments including stocks and ETFs. Commission rates vary by instrument and account type.
  • Overnight Financing (Swap Fees): Charged or credited on leveraged positions held overnight. Rates are based on interbank rates plus our markup.

6.2 Non-Trading Fees

  • Withdrawal Fees: May apply depending on the withdrawal method selected. Bank wire transfers may incur processing fees.
  • Currency Conversion Fees: A markup of 0.5% applies when converting between currencies.
  • Inactivity Fees: See Section 6.3 below for detailed information.

6.3 Inactivity Fees and Account Termination

If your trading or investment account remains inactive (no trading activity, deposits, or withdrawals) for a continuous period of 14 days, the following actions may be taken:

  • Your account may be subject to termination
  • Inactivity fees may be charged to cover account maintenance costs
  • In cases of prolonged inactivity, funds may be forfeited in accordance with applicable regulations

Rationale: This policy is in line with standard industry practices to manage dormant accounts and ensure efficient allocation of platform resources. Inactive accounts can pose security risks and administrative burdens. This policy encourages active engagement with the platform and helps us maintain a secure trading environment.

Prevention: To keep your account active, simply log in and execute at least one trade, make a deposit, or process a withdrawal within each 14-day period. We may send reminder notifications before any inactivity fees are applied, but we are not obligated to do so.

Important: Penalty fees for policy violations are calculated as a percentage relative to the specific action taken against our policies. Fee amounts are assessed on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the severity of the violation and the specific policy breached.

7. Risk Disclosure

Important Risk Warning

Trading CFDs and leveraged instruments carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. You may lose more than your initial investment. Before trading, you should carefully consider your investment objectives, level of experience, and risk appetite.

Key risks include:

  • Market risk - prices can move against your position
  • Leverage risk - amplifies both gains and losses
  • Liquidity risk - inability to close positions at desired prices
  • Volatility risk - rapid price movements
  • Technology risk - platform or connectivity issues
  • Counterparty risk - risk of default by other parties

8. Margin and Leverage

When trading on margin:

  • You must maintain sufficient margin to keep positions open
  • We may close positions if margin levels fall below requirements
  • Margin calls may be issued without prior notice
  • You are responsible for monitoring your margin levels
  • Leverage limits vary by instrument and account type

We provide negative balance protection for retail clients, ensuring you cannot lose more than your account balance.

9. Order Execution

We strive to provide best execution on all orders, but:

  • Orders are executed at the best available market price
  • Slippage may occur during volatile market conditions
  • We do not guarantee order execution at requested prices
  • Orders may be rejected if they violate our policies
  • We reserve the right to cancel erroneous trades

Stop loss and take profit orders are not guaranteed and may be subject to slippage.

10. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

10.1 General Prohibitions

  • Engage in market manipulation or abusive trading practices
  • Use the platform for money laundering or illegal activities
  • Share or sell your account access to third parties
  • Use automated systems that violate our policies
  • Provide false or misleading information
  • Interfere with the platform's operation or security

10.2 IP Address and Access Restrictions

Traders and investors must not use multiple inconsistent IP addresses to interact with our system. Suspicious patterns of IP address usage may indicate:

  • Account sharing or unauthorized access
  • Use of VPNs or proxies to circumvent restrictions
  • Attempts to manipulate bonuses or promotions
  • Fraudulent activity or identity theft

Consequences: Violation of this policy may result in:

  • Immediate account suspension or permanent ban
  • Penalty fees applied to your account
  • Forfeiture of bonuses and promotional benefits
  • Withdrawal restrictions or account freezing

Rationale: This policy protects the integrity of our platform and prevents fraudulent activities. Consistent IP usage helps us verify account ownership, prevent unauthorized access, and comply with regulatory requirements. This is standard practice across financial institutions to maintain security and prevent abuse of promotional offers.

10.3 System Exploitation and Abuse

Any attempt to exploit technical errors, system vulnerabilities, or platform features for personal gain is strictly prohibited. This includes but is not limited to:

  • Exploiting price feed errors or latency arbitrage
  • Manipulating bonus or reward systems
  • Using bugs or glitches to gain unfair advantages
  • Coordinating with other users to abuse promotions
  • Reverse engineering or hacking platform systems

Consequences: Detection of system exploitation will result in:

  • Immediate account ban - permanent termination without appeal
  • Complete forfeiture of funds - all account balances, profits, and bonuses
  • Reversal of all trades executed through exploitation
  • Legal action for damages and recovery of losses
  • Reporting to relevant regulatory authorities

Rationale: System exploitation undermines fair trading conditions for all users and can cause significant financial harm to the platform and other traders. This zero-tolerance policy is essential to maintain market integrity and protect legitimate users. All financial institutions enforce similar policies to prevent fraud and ensure fair market conditions.

Violation of any prohibited activities may result in account suspension, termination, forfeiture of funds, and legal action. We reserve the right to investigate suspicious activities and take appropriate action to protect our platform and users.

10.4 Deposit Bonus Terms and Copy Trading Restrictions

Traders who have benefited from our deposit bonus schemes (including but not limited to the 5X Deposit Bonus) are subject to specific trading restrictions to ensure fair use of promotional benefits:

Copy Trading Profit Limitation

No more than 50% of your total profits may be derived from copy trading activities if you have received a deposit bonus. This means:

  • At least 50% of profits must come from your own manual trading decisions
  • Copy trading profits exceeding 50% of total profits will trigger restrictions
  • Accounts violating this rule may have additional fees applied
  • Withdrawal requests may be rejected until compliance is achieved

Consequences of Non-Compliance

  • Withdrawal Rejection: Withdrawal requests will be denied until the 50/50 profit ratio is met
  • Penalty Fees: Administrative fees may be applied to accounts in violation
  • Bonus Forfeiture: Deposit bonuses and associated profits may be forfeited
  • Account Restrictions: Copy trading features may be temporarily or permanently disabled

Rationale

This policy ensures that deposit bonuses are used to enhance genuine trading activity rather than solely relying on copy trading. The purpose of our bonus programs is to support traders in developing their own trading skills and strategies. This restriction:

  • Prevents abuse of promotional offers through passive copy trading only
  • Encourages active learning and skill development
  • Ensures fair distribution of bonus benefits across all trading activities
  • Aligns with industry standards for bonus term enforcement

Note: This restriction applies only to accounts that have received deposit bonuses. Accounts without active bonuses are not subject to the 50% copy trading profit limitation. All bonus terms must be fully satisfied before unrestricted withdrawals are permitted.

11. Intellectual Property

All content, trademarks, logos, and intellectual property on our platform are owned by Trade Support or our licensors. You may not:

  • Copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission
  • Use our trademarks or branding without authorization
  • Reverse engineer or decompile our software
  • Create derivative works based on our platform

12. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

  • We are not liable for trading losses or missed opportunities
  • We are not responsible for third-party actions or market conditions
  • Our liability is limited to the amount of fees paid by you
  • We are not liable for indirect, consequential, or punitive damages
  • We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service

This limitation applies to all claims, whether based on contract, tort, or any other legal theory.

13. Account Termination

Either party may terminate this agreement:

  • You may close your account at any time by contacting support
  • We may suspend or terminate your account for violations of these Terms
  • We may terminate accounts for regulatory or compliance reasons
  • Upon termination, you must close all open positions
  • Remaining funds will be returned after deducting any fees owed

14. Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute:

  • Contact our support team to attempt resolution
  • Formal complaints should be submitted in writing
  • We will investigate and respond within a reasonable timeframe
  • Unresolved disputes may be referred to independent arbitration
  • You have access to regulatory ombudsman services

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which Trade Support is registered. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that jurisdiction.

16. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or platform notification. Continued use of our Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. We recommend reviewing these Terms periodically.

17. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Trade Support

Kempton Way, Dysart Road, Grantham, NG31 7LE

legal@tradesupport.pro

Available 24/7 via live chat

By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

Last Updated: March 23, 2024