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Getting funded is what every trader works toward, and when you pass the Trading Combine®, it means you’ve shown up, stayed disciplined, and proved you can manage risk like a pro. That level of consistency separates traders who chase wins from traders who build them. And once you’re trading at that level, you deserve tools that match it.
Topstep Funded Trader® benefits are built to support your growth at every stage, helping you protect your progress, trade on your terms, and keep more of what you earn.
Let’s break down what you unlock when you become a Topstep Funded Trader.
Even the best traders have off days. Sometimes, one bad trade or one tough morning is all it takes to lose an account. That used to mean starting from zero. Not anymore.
With Back2Funded, it’s all about making sure you can keep learning, adjusting, and building on what you’ve already accomplished.
Here’s how it works:
Why it matters:
Back2Funded gives traders something rare in this industry: a fair way to recover from setbacks without losing the progress they’ve earned. It’s a safety net that respects the grind and keeps your journey moving forward, because one bad day shouldn’t erase months of good trading.
For traders who’ve put in the work and proven their consistency, this new path helps you keep building on your progress without the extra cost.
With the No Activation Fee Path, experienced traders can skip the activation fee on their next Express Funded Account, making it a better choice for traders confident they can pass the Trading Combine® in one or two attempts. It’s the same Combine, the same rules, just a smarter way to keep trading toward your goals.
Here’s how it works:
Why it matters:
This No Activation Fee Path rewards traders who have already proven they can get funded. It’s all about building momentum, giving you more flexibility, and keeping more capital where it belongs: in your account. If you’re new to futures or still building consistency, the traditional Combine may be the better path to start.
Topstep’s payout policy remains unmatched. Funded Traders can withdraw profits quickly, easily, and on their terms.
Here’s what makes it the best:
Why it matters:
Every change we’ve made, from Back2Funded to Unlock No Activation Fees, ties back to this policy. We want you to keep more of your profits and build long-term success that actually sticks.
From no activation fees to earned benefits, Topstep is redefining what it means to be a Funded Trader. Topstep rewards consistency, protects progress, and gives traders more control over their journey.
Because in this industry, longevity beats luck. Progress beats ego. And discipline is what keeps you trading when others tap out.
So whether you’re grinding through your first Combine or stacking payouts in your Funded Account, remember this: Topstep was built for traders who put in the work, trust their process, and never stop improving.
Topstep Funded Trader benefits are exclusive features designed to support you after you pass the Trading Combine®. These include Back2Funded reactivations, a No Activation Fee Path for proven traders, and the industry’s best payout policy, each built to help traders protect progress, trade confidently, and keep more of what they earn.
Back2Funded gives traders a second chance after losing an Express Funded Account. If you haven’t taken a payout, you can reactivate that account up to two times within seven days, keeping your same payout terms. It’s built to help you recover from setbacks and continue building consistency without starting over.
The No Activation Fee Path is designed for traders who’ve already proven they can trade with discipline and consistency in the Trading Combine®. Start your Combine with an $89 monthly subscription, follow the same profit targets and risk limits, and skip the Express Funded Account activation fee when you pass. It’s a smarter path for experienced traders who can pass the Combine in one or two attempts, saving time, money, and momentum.
Yes. With Back2Funded, traders can reactivate a lost Express Funded Account up to twice, as long as no payout was taken. You’ll have seven days to make the decision and resume trading under the same payout policy.
Topstep focuses on long-term trader growth, not short-term wins. With benefits like Back2Funded, no activation fees, and fast, fair payouts, the program rewards consistency, protects your progress, and empowers you to trade with confidence and flexibility.
The timeline depends on your trading consistency and discipline in the Trading Combine®. Once you meet profit targets and follow all risk rules, you can get funded and start unlocking these exclusive benefits.
Topstep believes successful trading comes from discipline, not luck. The Funded Trader benefits are designed to help traders build sustainable habits, manage risk, and grow steadily, because longevity beats luck every time.
