Funding For Traders
Your Gateway to Trading Capital
Welcome to Candlester, where price action meets capital. We connect disciplined traders with proprietary trading capital through a carefully curated pathway.
At Candlester, we believe in clean price action, defined risk, and consistent execution, catering to who respect risk and understand that longevity is key.
Our focus is on partnering with top prop firms, guiding through account selection, and providing structured education to support your journey toward responsible capital scaling.
Discover selected proprietary firms providing Instant Funding and Challenge-based capital pathways.
Capital Access Partners
Discover selected proprietary firms offering Instant Funding and structured Challenge accounts
FTMO is a proprietary trading firm that offers traders the opportunity to access simulated trading capital through a structured evaluation process. Traders are assessed on risk management, consistency, and adherence to predefined trading rules before progressing to a funded account stage.
FTMO provides clearly defined drawdown limits, profit targets, and trading conditions designed to encourage disciplined trading behaviour. Account types and rules vary, and traders are responsible for understanding and complying with all terms set by the firm. Trustpilot rating: 4.8/5 (external source as at 1st Feb 2026)
FXIFY is a proprietary trading firm that offers traders access to simulated trading capital through both instant funding and challenge-based account structures. The firm places emphasis on defined risk parameters, drawdown controls, and rule-based trading conditions.
FXIFY provides multiple account options designed to accommodate different trading styles and experience levels. Traders are responsible for understanding the specific rules, limits, and conditions associated with each account type. Trustpilot rating: 4.4/5 (external source as at 1st Feb 2026)
Funded Trader Plus is a proprietary trading firm that offers traders access to simulated trading capital through a range of funding models, including instant funding and challenge-based account structures. The firm focuses on clearly defined risk parameters, drawdown limits, and rule-based trading conditions.
Account options and trading rules vary by program, and traders are responsible for reviewing and adhering to all terms set by the firm. Trustpilot rating: 4.5/5 (external source as at 1st Feb 2026)
Apex Trader Funding is a proprietary trading firm that specialises exclusively in futures trading. The firm provides traders with access to simulated futures trading accounts through structured evaluation and funding programs, operating under predefined risk parameters and drawdown rules specific to futures markets.
Apex Trader Funding supports a range of futures instruments across major exchanges. Account types, rules, and conditions vary by program, and traders are responsible for understanding the futures-specific requirements, including margin, risk limits, and trading hours. Trustpilot rating: 4.4/5 (external source as at 1st Feb 2026)
Things to Consider Before Choosing a Prop Firm
Candlester is an independent capital access and educational platform. Candlester is not a proprietary trading firm, broker, or investment advisor, and does not accept client funds or execute trades on behalf of traders. All proprietary trading firms referenced on this website operate independently and set their own rules, terms, and conditions. Funding programs are conducted in simulated trading environments, and access to funded accounts is subject to each firm’s evaluation criteria and risk parameters. Candlester may receive referral or affiliate compensation from partnered proprietary trading firms. This does not influence the information provided and does not guarantee funding, profitability, or trading performance. Any third-party ratings or reviews displayed (including those from platforms such as Trustpilot) are provided for informational purposes only. Candlester does not verify, endorse, or guarantee the accuracy of these ratings, and they should not be interpreted as a recommendation, ranking, or assurance of performance.Trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all individuals. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Traders are solely responsible for their trading decisions
Trading Resources
Risk-focused tools and educational material to support disciplined trading decisions.
Market news and economic calendar links direct to third-party sources, including Forex Factory.
Candlester does not verify or guarantee the accuracy or timeliness of external information.
Founder’s Note
Candlester was built from direct experience in proprietary trading.
The founder of Candlester has traded through multiple prop firm models, gaining first-hand insight into the realities of evaluation processes, instant funding structures, drawdown rules, and performance constraints. Through this experience, it became clear that long-term success in funded trading depends far more on risk control and discipline than on any single strategy.
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Proprietary trading can offer meaningful opportunities — but only when approached with realistic expectations and a professional mindset.
Many traders struggle not due to lack of skill, but because of poor account selection, misunderstanding of rules, or unnecessary risk-taking under pressure. These challenges informed the creation of Candlester.
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Candlester exists to provide clarity, structure, and transparency around capital access. The platform is designed to help traders understand the differences between prop firm models, respect risk limits, and approach funded trading with consistency and responsibility.
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Trading is a long-term pursuit. Candlester supports traders who prioritise process, discipline, and longevity over short-term results.
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— Founder, Candlester
Risk & Trading Discipline
Understanding Risks
Understanding risk is more important than finding the perfect entry. Successful traders focus less on prediction and more on risk control, execution discipline, and consistency. This is especially important when trading within proprietary firm rules, where drawdowns and daily limits matter more than raw profit. Candlester encourages traders to approach the markets with a risk-first mindset.​
Key Risk Considerations
1. Drawdown Is the Real Enemy
Most prop firm accounts fail due to drawdown breaches, not lack of opportunity. Protecting capital and staying within limits should always take priority over chasing returns.
2. Size Comes Before Setup
Even strong trade ideas fail when position sizing is too aggressive. Risk should be defined before the trade is placed, not adjusted after entry.
3. Volatility Changes Everything
High-impact news and thin liquidity conditions can invalidate otherwise solid setups. Reducing risk or standing aside is often the most professional decision.
4. Consistency Beats Intensity
A small, repeatable edge applied consistently is more sustainable than sporadic high-risk trading.
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Candlester Risk Principles
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- Trade with predefined risk on every position
- Avoid trading during major economic releases unless your strategy explicitly accounts for volatility
- Respect daily and overall drawdown limits
- Focus on process and execution, not short-term outcomes
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- Capital is a by-product of discipline.
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Important Note
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This content is provided for general educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment advice. All trading decisions remain the responsibility of the individual trader.