Quick Answer:
Trades must be held for a minimum of 2 minutes. There is no upper limit. Any trade closed in under 2 minutes is classified as tick scalping, which is a prohibited strategy.
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.
However, occasional short trades under 2 minutes may not automatically flag your account, but consistent patterns of such trades can lead to compliance issues.
The 2-Minute Rule
The minimum holding time for any trade at Upcomers is 2 minutes.
Under 2 minutes = the trade is classified as tick scalping
2 minutes or more = you're safe
No maximum = hold for minutes, hours, days or weeks
Every individual trade closed under 2 minutes counts. This is not based on averages or patterns. Each trade is evaluated on its own.
What Happens If Tick Scalping Is Detected?
Tick scalping is a violation of our Terms & Conditions (T&C) and results in account termination.