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A proprietary trading firm (prop firm) serves as a launchpad for traders, offering them the opportunity to test their trading skills, refine strategies, and gain experience in market conditions without risking personal capital.
Prop firms provide traders with simulated trading accounts that mirror real market conditions, allowing them to execute trades and manage risk as if they were using real funds. These firms offer a structured environment where both beginner and experienced traders can improve their skills, develop consistency, and prove their profitability before transitioning to live trading.
The primary goal of a prop firm is to identify skilled traders and build a high-performing team. Instead of requiring traders to fund their own brokerage accounts—where financial losses can be severe—prop firms act as intermediaries, equipping traders with tools, capital, and market access to succeed.
Ultimately, the win-win model of a prop firm ensures that both the trader and the firm benefit: traders gain access to capital without personal risk, and the firm profits from supporting successful traders who demonstrate long-term profitability. The best traders may even transition to real trading accounts, further strengthening the collaboration between traders and the firm
Taurus is an innovative prop firm strategically designed to remain in the market for the long term and help traders refine their skills, transitioning from simulated trading to live accounts. Our objective is to build a team of talented traders who will work in partnership with Taurus in real markets, providing comprehensive support to help them achieve their goals alongside our company.
Unlike traditional prop firms, Taurus does not charge activation fees after a challenge is successfully completed. Traders also have the flexibility to customize their trading experience by selecting premium addons at the time of challenge purchase.
Additionally, after multiple successful withdrawals, Taurus provides traders with the opportunity to transition to a real trading account, offering an optimal environment to trade with real capital.
Anyone over 18 years old who adheres to our rules and guidelines can join Taurus. Traders from restricted countries due to financial regulations may not be eligible.
Buying a Taurus account is a simple and streamlined process designed to give traders full control over their experience.
Follow these steps to get started:
First, choose the account size that best fits your trading strategy and risk tolerance. Taurus offers three options:
Each account comes with its own risk parameters, drawdown limits, and maximum contracts.
After selecting your account size, you have the option to personalize it with add-ons. These allow you to adjust features like drawdown type, daily loss limits, and consistency rules to better match your trading style.
If you prefer, you can skip this step and proceed with the default account configuration.
If you have a coupon code, you can enter it before finalizing your purchase to apply any available discounts.
Taurus offers secure crypto payments, allowing you to pay via:
Once the payment is confirmed, your account will be activated, and you’ll be ready to trade!
Pass the Challenge
Make Your First Payouts
Progress Toward a Real Trading Account
ACCOUNT SIZE | PRICE | TYPE OF DD (drawdown) | DLL (hard daily loss limit) | TARGET | MAX CONTRACTS (MINI) | CONSISTENCY |
25K | $239 | TRAIL/$1000 | $500 | $1500 | 2 | 20% |
50K | $299 | TRAIL/$2000 | $1000 | $3000 | 4 | 20% |
100K | $499 | TRAIL/$3000 | $2000 | $6000 | 6 | 20% |
There is no limit to the number of challenges a trader can purchase at Taurus. Traders are free to take multiple challenges simultaneously or sequentially, depending on their preferences. They can also take advantage of promotions to purchase challenges at discounted rates. Additionally, successfully passed evaluations do not have a time limit for activation, meaning they can remain on hold until the trader decides to activate them. However, traders should always keep in mind that the maximum number of active PA accounts allowed at any time is three.
ACCOUNT SIZE | Max Mini Contracts | Max Micro Contracts |
25K | 2 Mini Contracts | 10 Micro Contracts |
50K | 4 Mini Contracts | 20 Micro Contracts |
100K | 6 Mini Contracts | 30 Micro Contracts |
Account Size | Daily Loss Limit |
25K | $500 |
50K | $1000 |
100K | $2000 |
Trading commissions are small fees charged per trade to cover transaction costs. At Taurus, these commissions apply to every executed trade and are automatically deducted from your account balance.
How Much Are the Trading Commissions?
Taurus applies the following commission structure based on contract type:
Contract Type | Commission Per Trade (Roundtrip) |
Mini Contract | $5 per roundtrip |
Micro Contract | $1.20 per roundtrip |
What Does “Roundtrip” Mean?
A roundtrip means both opening and closing a position. For example:
Once payment is made, add-ons cannot be modified or added afterward.
These options enhance the challenge but are not carried over to the PA.
Option | Description | Price |
Remove Consistency Rule | Allows traders to pass the evaluation in just one day by achieving the profit target without adhering to daily profit limits. | $15 |
Evaluation Insurance | Allows traders to reset their challenge in case of failure and keep the same customizations. | $69 |
What is the 20% Consistency Rule in Taurus Base Accounts and how can it be
removed during the Challenge phase?
What is the Evaluation Insurance add-on and how does it benefit my challenge
reset?
These options apply from the evaluation phase and will remain active in the Taurus Profit Account (PA) upon passing.
Option | Description | Price |
EOD Drawdown | Converts the drawdown to End-ofDay (EOD) mode for greater flexibility. | $25 |
Soft Daily Loss Limit | Replaces the strict daily loss limit with a softer version. Available only for EOD DD | $10 |
Disable Daily Loss Limit | Completely removes the daily loss limit Available only for Trail DD | $10 |
What is the Trailing Drawdown in Taurus accounts, and how can I switch to the Endof-Day (EOD) Drawdown option?
All Taurus accounts come with a Trailing Drawdown, which is a dynamic risk management mechanism that moves in real-time based on the trader’s highest account balance.
How the Trailing Drawdown Works?
Switching to an EOD Drawdown
How can I customize my Daily Loss Limit (DLL) with add-ons, and what are the differences between disabling it and switching to a soft version?
Customizing the DLL with Add-Ons
All traders receive free Level 1 data for CME instruments upon account activation.
This includes:
– Real-time bid & ask prices
– Last traded price & volume
– Basic market depth visibility
If any Level 1 data is not available on a trader’s platform, they can simply contact support team to request activation for the missing markets. We ensure that all required CME Level 1 data is readily accessible to traders at no extra cost.
For traders who require deeper market insights, Taurus offers Level 2 data (market depth data), which provides a more detailed view of market liquidity beyond the best bid/ask prices.
Deeper Market Insights, Access the full order book depth to make more informed trading decisions.
Enhanced Scalping & Short-Term Trading – Useful for traders who rely on market liquidity analysis for entry and exit strategies.
Direct Purchase Control, No hidden fees, fully transparent, and allows traders to manage their subscription without automatic deductions.
Taurus ensures that every trader has flexible access to the market data they need, whether they opt for free Level 1 data or premium Level 2 access.
No, all add-ons must be selected before purchasing the challenge. PA add-ons must be chosen before PA activation.
No, the reset add-on is non-refundable, even if it is not used.
Why Is There No Refund?
Taurus exclusively uses Volumetrica, one of the most advanced platforms for traders.
Yes, traders can access Volumetrica via:
Yes, Volumetrica includes a built-in copy trading system for traders who wish to mirror successful strategies.
If you experience any technical issues while using Volumetrica, the fastest way to get support is through Volumetrica’s live chat.
-Simply open Volumetrica Web
-Access the live chat support directly from the platform
-A Volumetrica support agent will assist you in identifying and resolving the issue as quickly as possible.
Since Volumetrica provides direct technical support, they are best equipped to diagnose and address platform related problems efficiently.
Rollover refers to the process of switching from an expiring futures contract to the next available contract before the expiration date. In futures trading, contracts have set expiration dates, and traders must either close their positions before expiry or roll them over to continue holding a position.
We recommend traders keep track of expiration dates and use our platform’s calendar to avoid disruptions.
Market hours vary depending on the exchange and the instrument being traded. Below are the standard hours for some of the most popular markets:
Note: Market hours may change on public holidays. We advise traders to check the exchange calendar for updates.
releases without any restrictions.
What is News Trading?
News trading involves opening positions based on the expected impact of major economic events, such as: – Interest rate decisions – Inflation reports (CPI, PPI) – Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) – Central bank meetings – GDP reports
Key Rules for News Trading at Taurus: – No Restrictions on Trading During News Events – You can place trades before, during, or after major economic announcements. – Same Rules Apply – Your trades must comply with Taurus trading conditions (e.g., minimum trade duration of 5 seconds, maximum contract limits). – Market Volatility Consideration – Be aware that spreads and slippage may increase during news events, which is beyond Taurus’ control.
At Taurus, we provide a fair and transparent trading environment, allowing traders to use different strategies, including news trading, to maximize their potential
At Taurus, we comply with international regulations and financial restrictions, meaning that traders from certain countries are not permitted to participate in our programs.
Taurus does not provide services to individuals residing in the following countries:
These restrictions are in place due to regulatory, compliance, and financial service limitations. Traders attempting to participate from these regions will not be able to create an account or access Taurus services.
How Are These Restrictions Enforced?
Certain trading actions, while not allowed, will not lead to account deactivation or penalties. Instead, our system automatically detects and nullifies these trades to protect you from being penalized for accidental violations. The rules that do not negatively impact your account include those related to overnight positions, hedging, and the 5-second rule
No, overnight positions are not allowed at Taurus.
All trades must be closed at least 5 minutes before the market closes for the day. Any open positions that are still active at that time will be automatically closed by the system.
Key Rules for Holding Positions at Taurus:
-Trades must be closed at least 5 minutes before market closure.
-No overnight holding of positions is allowed.
-Any open trades past this time will be forcefully closed by the system.
Why is Overnight Trading Not Allowed?
-Risk Management: Holding positions overnight exposes accounts to significant risks due to price gaps at market reopenings.
-Market Volatility: Overnight price fluctuations can be unpredictable, leading to uncontrolled losses.
-Prop Firm Protection: Since Taurus operates in a simulated environment, we ensure that trading remains within structured risk parameters.
What is Hedging?
Hedging is the practice of opening opposite positions to offset risk.
This applies to:
What Happens if a Trader Hedges?
– Hedging positions will be automatically closed, and their results will not be counted.
– These trades will still appear on the trader’s dashboard, but they will be nullified and will not contribute to the account balance.
– The trader’s account remains active, and no penalties are applied—only the affected trades are disregarded.
What is the Rule?
All trades must be held for at least 5 seconds before closing.
News trading is permitted; however, please note that any trade executed during news events or at any other time must remain open for at least 5 seconds before it is closed.
What Happens if a Trader Closes a Trade Under 5 Seconds?
– The trade will be automatically voided and will not count toward withdrawals or account balance.
– The trader’s account remains active, and no penalties are applied—only the affected trades are disregarded.
These automatic safeguards help traders avoid unnecessary penalties for accidental trades or technical errors
At Taurus, The following violations are severe and will lead to account deactivation, payout cancellations, and a permanent ban from Taurus with no refunds or reinstatements for deactivated accounts.
These rules include:
Taurus is committed to maintaining a fair, transparent, and secure trading environment, and all traders must strictly adhere to these policies to continue accessing our platform.
No, registering with multiple email addresses is strictly prohibited at Taurus. Each trader must use only one email address for their account to ensure transparency and security.
Why Is Multiple Email Registration Not Allowed?
-Preventing Abuse – Using multiple emails to bypass account limits or exploit the system is
considered fraudulent activity.
-Ensuring Fair Trading – Taurus maintains a fair trading environment where every trader has
equal opportunities.
-Avoiding Account Complications – Managing multiple emails can lead to confusion, issues with
payouts, and difficulties accessing account-related information.
What Happens If I Register Multiple Email Accounts?
If a trader is found using multiple email addresses, Taurus reserves the right to:
-Close all associated accounts immediately
-Cancel any pending withdrawal requests
-Ban the trader from the Taurus platform permanently
-Deny any refunds
To maintain a secure and fair trading environment, all traders must comply with this policy. Ensure that you use only one email address for all Taurus activities. If you need to update your email, please contact support instead of creating a new account.
Yes! Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) is fully allowed at Taurus with no restrictions.
DCA is a trading strategy where a trader gradually adds to an existing position over time, rather than entering a full position all at once. This method allows for better risk management and smoother position scaling.
How Does DCA Work at Taurus?
✔ You can add to your position freely without limitations.
✔ There are no restrictions on the number of contracts you can add (as long as you stay within your account’s contract limits).
✔ DCA can be used in both the Challenge and Taurus Profit Account (PA).
⚠ Important Note: While DCA is permitted, traders should always use proper risk management to avoid excessive exposure. The maximum contract limits per account size still apply.
Taurus supports strategic and responsible trading, and DCA is a valuable tool for traders looking to manage their entries effectively.
Consequence:
Automated or AI-driven trading is strictly prohibited
Prohibited Practices:
Strict Enforcement & Detection:
Taurus employs advanced monitoring systems capable of detecting algorithmic and high-frequency trading patterns, even when executed in a manner that mimics manual trading. Whether a trader operates manually or automatically, these practices are strictly forbidden. Suspicion-Based Enforcement:
Due to the sophistication of modern trading technologies, traders can attempt to manually mask automated trading or use hidden scripts to bypass detection. Taurus reserves the right to enforce sanctions even in cases of strong suspicion. A confirmed violation is not required for Taurus to take action against suspected HFT, AI, or bot trading. Consequences for Violations or Strong Suspicion of Violations:
Taurus takes proactive measures to protect the integrity of its trading environment and will act decisively against any suspected misuse of automated trading technologies.
Opening and closing trades within a single tick (ultra-fast scalping) is strictly prohibited.
Consequence:
Random, uncontrolled, or gambling-like trading strategies are prohibited.
Consequence:
Exploiting price discrepancies across platforms or accounts is strictly prohibited.
Consequence:
Taking advantage of system loopholes, price errors, or technical glitches is prohibited.
Consequence:
Consequence:
Accounts are limited based on residential addresses, not individual names.
Consequence:
Taurus automatically detects and monitors IP addresses.
Consequence:
Group trading, signal sharing, or trading from shared locations (e.g., trading rooms) is strictly prohibited.
Consequence:
Use of VPS, proxy servers, or VPNs is strictly prohibited.
Consequence:
The PA account is awarded after passing the challenge. Traders use it to withdraw profits and work toward a real account transition.
The Safety Threshold is a key risk management feature in Taurus PA accounts. It acts as a protective reserve for the trading account, ensuring that traders have a financial cushion before making withdrawals.
-The Safety Threshold applies only to PA accounts (not Challenges).
-It represents a minimum account balance that must be maintained and exceeded before a trader can request a payout.
-Threshold Balance Cannot Be Withdrawn During the Simulation Phase The threshold amount remains locked as part of the trader’s balance while they are in the PA account.
Account Size | Safety Threshold |
25K | $1,600 |
50K | $2,600 |
100K | $3,100 |
At Taurus, we have established a structured and fair payout system that ensures traders can benefit from their success while maintaining discipline and proper risk management.
Below are the key rules that traders must follow to be eligible for payouts. – – –
-Traders must exceed the threshold amount (varies by account size).
-Traders must trade for at least 8 days, and at least 5 of those days must be positive, with a minimum profit of $150 per day (These days do not need to be consecutive). If you do not achieve 5 positive trading days within the initial 8 days, you may continue trading until you accumulate 5 positive days.
This one-time requirement ensures sufficient trading activity before a withdrawal is requested.
Alternatively, if you have already achieved 5 positive trading days, you are permitted to use up to 2 days of flipping (placing a low-risk trade to validate a trading day) to complete the required 8 days of trading activity.
-Consistency Rule, Traders must adhere to the 20% consistency rule (or 30% if the add-on was
purchased) to ensure that profit accumulation is steady rather than concentrated in a few trades.
For the first withdrawal request when traders must build both a safety net and accumulate the profit they wish to withdraw, consistency is calculated from the very first trading day, including the period during which the safety net is being established.
– Compliance with Trading Rules, Traders must follow all Taurus trading rules to ensure proper risk management and account integrity.
-For all withdrawals beyond the initial one, instead of the required 8 operational days, the
requirement is reduced to 5 positive days with profits bigger than $150.
-Continue to respect the consistency rule (20% or 30% if the add-on was selected). After the first withdrawal, since the safety net is already secured in the account, consistency is then measured over the mandatory 5 operational trading days required to request a withdrawal, or over the number of trading days needed for the trader to reach their profit target.
-Compliance with Trading Rules, Traders must follow all Taurus trading rules to ensure proper risk management and account integrity.
Taurus has set minimum and maximum payout limits per account size.
Account Size | Minimum Payout | Maximum Monthly Payout |
25K | $500 | $2,000 |
50K | $500 | $3,000 |
100K | $500 | $4,000 |
-Traders can make multiple payout requests per month as long as they stay within the monthly
payout amount for each account, in other words you can make withdrawals in transactions of any amount between $500 and $2,000, $3,000, $4,000 as long as the total amount withdrawn from that account does not exceed the maximum.
– No More Payout Limits After 4 Months, after 4 months of withdrawals of the maximum amount allowed, traders will no longer be subject to monthly payout caps and can withdraw as much as their account balance allows.
-Each user may hold and replicate a maximum of 3 accounts.
-Payout limits apply per account, meaning traders managing multiple accounts can withdraw more each month across their PA accounts.
At Taurus, we prioritize fast, secure, and efficient payouts for our traders. To ensure smooth withdrawals, we exclusively use two trusted methods: cryptocurrency payouts through our crypto payment processor and Rise Payroll for fiat withdrawals.
Crypto Payouts (Direct to Wallet)
Transaction Fees:
Taurus carefully analyzes traders’ performance to determine whether a long-term collaboration is beneficial for both parties. After completing several withdrawal cycles and based on trading performance, Taurus will contact the trader to propose a transition to a real account a process reserved for the best-performing traders under a specific agreement. Taurus supports every trader in moving from simulated trading to trading with real capital under optimal conditions. In conclusion, Taurus is more than just a prop firm; with Taurus, every trader builds their own path to success, benefiting from a flexible approach and genuine opportunities to trade with real capital.
– Traders may be contacted before their 4th payout request to discuss a potential real account management agreement.
-If a trader does not meet Taurus’ expectations for a real account, Taurus reserves the right to discontinue the collaboration.
TAURUS is a business that aims to generate profits and does not operate under a model where it indefinitely pays profitable traders in a simulated environment using the company’s earnings, such a model is simply not sustainable for any prop firm in the long run. Instead, TAURUS will evaluate each trader individually to offer a win-win agreement that benefits both the trader and the firm. This agreement can be discussed between both parties, but it will be the only possible path for collaboration. Ultimately, TAURUS holds the final decision on both the conditions for transitioning to a real account and the potential discontinuation of the partnership if necessary.
At Taurus, we offer a lucrative and rewarding affiliate program designed for trading coaches, influencers, trading academies, and individuals managing trading communities. Our program creates a win‐win partnership where affiliates earn commissions on every challenge sale while enjoying additional earning opportunities through our unique sub-affiliate system. With no limits on earnings, you benefit not only from your own sales but also from the performance of the sub-affiliates you recruit, all without reducing their earnings.
Below are the key points of our affiliate program:
– Earn Commissions on Every Sale:
Affiliates receive a commission for each challenge sold through their unique affiliate link.
– No Limits on Earnings:
The more sales you generate, the more commissions you earn.
-Long-Term Earning Potential:
As long as a trader remains active and purchases additional challenges, you continue to earn commissions.
-Unlimited Sub-Affiliate Recruitment:
You can recruit an unlimited number of sub-affiliates.
-Additional Commission on Sub-Affiliate Sales:
When a sub-affiliate makes a sale, you receive an extra commission on top of their earnings.
-No Deductions from Sub-Affiliate Earnings:
Taurus fully covers the additional commission, ensuring that sub-affiliates receive their full earnings.
-Easy Sub-Affiliate Onboarding:
Each affiliate is provided with a unique referral link. When a new affiliate registers using this link, they automatically become your sub-affiliate, and you benefit from their performance.
-Comprehensive Dashboard:
Track your earnings, conversions, and sub-affiliate sales in real-time on your affiliate dashboard.
-Direct Collaboration with Taurus:
Our marketing team supports affiliates with personalized strategies to enhance their success.
-Joining the Taurus Affiliate Program is simple and fast!
-Log in to your Taurus Dashboard
-Navigate to the Affiliate tab
-Submit your Affiliate Request
-Earn Commissions on every successful sale made through your link.
-Grow Your Network by recruiting sub-affiliates and increasing your earnings.
-Once your request is received, a Taurus agent will review and validate your application. Upon approval, you will receive a personalized coupon code, allowing your community to benefit from the latest available discounts.
Sub-affiliation allows affiliates to recruit other affiliates. When their sub-affiliates make sales, the lead affiliate earns commissions.
No, you can have unlimited sub-affiliates.
Affiliates can monitor their earnings via the Affiliate Dashboard, which displays:
To earn commissions from sub-affiliates, a lead affiliate must generate at least 50% of the sales commissions earned by their sub-affiliate.
Affiliates can request their commissions once per month between the 1st and 5th of each month.
-Minimum Payout Amount: $200
-Processing Time: Commissions are paid within 72 hours after the request is submitted.
Risk Disclosure
Trading futures, options, and foreign currency instruments involves significant risk and may not be suitable for all investors. There is a possibility of losing all or more than the initial investment.
Risk capital refers to funds that can be lost without jeopardizing an individual’s financial well-being. Only individuals with sufficient risk capital should engage in trading. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Hypothetical & Simulated Performance Disclosure
Hypothetical or simulated trading results have inherent limitations. Unlike actual performance records, simulated results do not reflect real trading conditions. Furthermore, since these trades are not executed in a live market, their results may overestimate or underestimate the actual impact of factors such as market liquidity and slippage.
Simulated trading programs also benefit from hindsight, making their results not necessarily indicative of future trading outcomes. No representation is made that any trader will achieve profits or losses similar to those demonstrated in Taurus’ simulated environments.
Testimonial Disclaimer
Testimonials displayed on Taurus’ website and marketing materials may not reflect the experiences of all traders and are not a guarantee of future performance or success. Each trader’s journey is unique, and individual results may vary.
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