Static limits
A static loss threshold is normally anchored to a defined balance value. Confirm whether it is measured on balance, equity or both and whether daily rules apply separately.
Trailing limits
A trailing threshold may move upward as the account reaches new highs. Its exact trigger and stopping point vary, so examples in the official terms matter more than assumptions.
Adapt the cushion
When the boundary can move, unrealised gains and open exposure may change the available room. Track the official dashboard and leave a cushion for spreads, slippage and calculation timing.
Important: This article is general education only. It is not investment advice or a recommendation to trade. Simulated results do not predict future outcomes.