Updated 2026-03-08
AquaFunded Profit Target (Phase 1) Rule Explained
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Quick Answer
AquaFunded's Profit Target (Phase 1) requires traders to achieve 10% profit on their initial account balance.
The profit target is calculated based on the starting balance of your evaluation account and must be reached through realized gains. Failing to achieve this 10% profit means you cannot progress to Phase 2 of the evaluation process.
Key Rule Details
Target
10%
Dollar Target ($100,000)
$10,000
Phase
Phase 1 only
Time Limit
None
Min Days
None
Calculation Example
Common Mistakes
Relying on unrealized profits
Traders often assume floating profits count toward the target, but only closed positions contribute to meeting the 10% requirement. On a $100,000 account needing $10,000 profit, having $12,000 in open trades doesn't guarantee passing if those positions turn against you before closing.
Ignoring compounding effect
Some traders calculate the target based on their current balance instead of the original starting balance. For a $50,000 account, the target remains $5,000 even if your account grows to $55,000 - you don't need an additional 10% on the new balance.
Rushing near deadline
Traders panic as evaluation time limits approach and take excessive risks to hit the profit target quickly. This often leads to violating the 5% daily loss limit or 10% maximum total loss while chasing the final few percentage points needed.
Overtrading after hitting target
Once reaching the 10% profit target, some traders continue aggressive trading and give back gains. Since you need to maintain profitability to pass, a $25,000 account that hits $27,500 can still fail if losses bring it below the required $27,500 threshold.
Protection Strategies
Set personal target at 12%
Aim for 12% profit instead of the minimum 10% to create a safety buffer against market volatility. On a $100,000 account, targeting $12,000 instead of $10,000 gives you $2,000 cushion to absorb potential losses while maintaining the required profit level.
Risk 1% per trade maximum
Limit each trade to 1% risk to preserve capital while building toward the profit target steadily. This conservative approach on a $50,000 account means risking $500 per trade, allowing multiple attempts to reach the $5,000 target without hitting loss limits.
Set profit alerts at milestones
Create alerts at 5%, 7.5%, and 10% profit levels to track progress and adjust strategy accordingly. These checkpoints help you recognize when you're ahead of pace and can trade more conservatively or when acceleration is needed to meet targets.
Reduce size after reaching target
Once hitting the 10% profit target, immediately reduce position sizes to preserve gains while continuing to trade. Switch from 1% risk per trade to 0.5% risk to maintain activity without jeopardizing your qualification for Phase 2 advancement.
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Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Prop firm rules change regularly — always verify current terms on AquaFunded's official website before purchasing a challenge. Updated 2026-03-08.