Learn what makes Taurus stand out in the world of proprietary trading and why it’s more than just another challenge platform.
🎯 What is Taurus?
Taurus is a next-generation proprietary trading firm designed to bring traders from simulated challenges to real funded accounts with a clear, transparent, and trader-first model. Its mission is simple: to restore the true role of a prop firm—identifying skilled traders and helping them scale in a sustainable and professional environment.
🚀 What Makes Taurus Different from Other Prop Firms?
While many prop firms stick to rigid models and hidden fees, Taurus sets itself apart with:
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Fully customizable accounts – Traders can configure drawdowns, rules, and risk parameters to suit their strategy and budget.
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No activation fees after challenge success – The challenge price includes everything you need to access the TPA (Professional Access) account.
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Single monthly subscription – Only $85/month to keep your challenge or TPA active, regardless of account size.
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Volumetrica platform access – Trade like a pro using institutional-grade tools including DOM, volume profiles, and integrated risk management.
🧪 Step 1: The Challenge Account
Choose your base capital: $25K, $50K, or $100K, and prove your consistency with customizable rules. Taurus offers:
| Account Size | Target | Trailing Drawdown | Daily Loss Limit | Max Contracts | Consistency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25K | $1,500 | $1,000 | $500 | 2 | 20% |
| 50K | $3,000 | $2,000 | $1,000 | 4 | 20% |
| 100K | $6,000 | $3,000 | $2,000 | 6 | 20% |
🔧 Modifiable Parameters:
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Trailing vs End-of-Day Drawdown
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Soft vs Hard Daily Loss Limit
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Option to deactivate the Consistency rule during the challenge
🧩 Step 2: Addon Customization
Traders can personalize their evaluation and funded experience with unique addons, such as:
Challenge Addons:
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Deactivate Consistency rule
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Evaluation Insurance: reset your challenge at a reduced cost
Shared Addons (Challenge & TPA):
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Disable Daily Loss Limit (if using trailing DD)
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Switch to EOD Drawdown
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Soft Daily Loss Limit
TPA Addons:
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30% Consistency requirement for higher discipline
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TPA Insurance for one reset after activation
💰 Step 3: Payout & Withdrawal Policy
Profit Split:
✅ Traders keep 85% of their profits, after passing a security threshold:
| Account | Threshold |
|---|---|
| 25K | $1,600 |
| 50K | $2,600 |
| 100K | $3,100 |
Withdrawals:
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📅 First: After 8 trading days (5 days with $150+ profit)
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🔁 Subsequent: 5 trading days (5 days with $150+ profit)
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✅ Flipping allowed to validate trading days
Payout Limits (First 4 Months):
| Account | Minimum | Monthly Max |
|---|---|---|
| 25K | $500 | $2,000 |
| 50K | $500 | $3,000 |
| 100K | $500 | $4,000 |
⚠️ Trading Rules: What’s Allowed and What’s Not
Prohibited (but tolerated):
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Short-term hedging (profits canceled, account stays active)
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AI/bots (sub-5 sec trades or 1-tick profits = canceled profits)
Allowed:
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Flipping and DCA (Dollar Cost Averaging)
Strictly Prohibited (Account Termination):
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Martingale strategies
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Shared or externally managed accounts
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Use of VPN/VPS or masked IPs
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Unauthorized automated trading
👉 These result in immediate bans, no refunds, and no payouts.
🧠 Final Thoughts: Taurus is Built for Real Growth
Whether you’re a disciplined intraday trader or a scalper looking for a serious structure, Taurus offers the tools and flexibility to help you succeed. With a focus on discipline, transparency, and scalability, it’s the prop firm that puts traders first.
