Quick Answer:
Tick scalping – building your trading on very quick trades held for less than 2 minutes – is not allowed. An occasional trade that closes sooner, for example when your Stop Loss or Take Profit is hit, is not a problem.
What Is Tick Scalping?
Tick scalping means opening and closing trades very quickly to capture the smallest possible price movements. This strategy is strictly prohibited on all Upcomers accounts.
The 2-Minute Rule
Aim to hold your trades for at least 2 minutes.
Under 2 minutes = a short trade
2 minutes or more = you're safe
No maximum = hold for minutes, hours, days or weeks
What matters is your trading as a whole, not a single trade. A quick stop-out or a fast Take Profit will not get you into trouble. Tick scalping is a trading style built on many very short trades.
What Happens If Tick Scalping Is Detected?
Trading activity is reviewed when you request a payout – by the same standard for every trader. If your results come mainly from tick scalping under 2 minutes, the payout may be affected.