FundingTicks, a futures prop firm, announced on January 20, 2026 that it was closing, and said support would run until January 31, 2026. The firm described the closure as "a strategic decision to focus on other opportunities". It came a month after rule changes that drew complaints from traders.
- Status: closed (announced January 20, 2026).
- Support: ended January 31, 2026.
- Settlement: refunds for evaluation and master accounts, with profit shares for some accounts (table below).
- Alternatives: see the futures prop firm guides below.
What happened
On December 17, 2025, FundingTicks changed its rules, including a restriction on trades held for less than a minute and lower profit splits. Traders objected to the changes, and the firm announced its closure about a month later.
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How FundingTicks said accounts would be settled
As reported by BrokersView (Finance Magnates):
| Account | Settlement |
|---|---|
| Evaluation accounts | Full refund |
| Master accounts that met the profit conditions | Full refund plus 80% of profits |
| Master accounts that didn't meet the profit conditions | Full refund plus 20% of profits |
| Live accounts in profit | Refund plus 90% of profits and 20% of the initial balance |
| Live accounts at break-even | Refund plus 20% of the initial balance |
| Live accounts in loss | Refund only |
If you're still waiting for a settlement, keep screenshots of your account and copies of your emails, and contact FundingTicks in writing.
Alternatives to FundingTicks
If you're moving to another futures prop firm, compare the current rules, prices and payout terms before you buy:
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- Take Profit Trader payout rules
- My Funded Futures consistency rule
Before you buy, read the firm's own rules pages and check how it handles rule changes. Our guide on how to spot a legitimate prop firm has a checklist.
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FAQs
Is FundingTicks still operating?
No. FundingTicks announced its closure on January 20, 2026, and support ended on January 31, 2026.
Did FundingTicks refund traders?
The firm said it would refund evaluation and master accounts and pay profit shares on some accounts (see the table above). If you're still owed money, contact the firm in writing and keep records.
What was the FundingTicks consistency rule?
FundingTicks' rules no longer apply because the firm has closed. If you're comparing consistency rules at other firms, see our guide to the consistency rule for funded accounts.
Sources: BrokersView (Finance Magnates), "Prop Trading Firm FundingTicks to Shut Down Following Rule Changes and Trader Backlash"; The Prop Journalist, "Funding Ticks shutting down". Updated October 2026.
