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Blue Guardian

Blue Guardian

Crypto Supported
UAE Founded 2023 Multiple pairs

Global prop firm est. June 2021, UAE HQ. $23.8M+ paid, 9,219+ withdrawals, 170+ countries. 24-hr guaranteed payouts (or 100% split). Instant Starter $10 for $5K. 1-Step, 2-Step, Instant, Futures. Up to $750K capital, $4M scaling. 90% split. 7+ platforms. Guardian Shield.

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Key Stats

Max Leverage

Variable

Max Account

$400,000 forex + $450,000 futures (up to $750K combined); scales to $4,000,000

Profit Split

Up to 90% (100% if 24-hour guarantee missed); 85% on 1-Step

Payout Speed

24-hour guarantee (or 100% of profits); on-demand, weekly, or bi-weekly

Crypto Pairs

Multiple

Execution

Simulated (SaaS educational); MT5, TradeLocker, Match-Trader, NinjaTrader, Tradovate, DeepCharts, TradingView

Overview

Blue Guardian is a global proprietary trading firm founded in June 2021 and based in the United Arab Emirates. The firm operates as a SaaS educational trading simulation company, providing funded trading capital to traders who demonstrate consistent risk management skills. Blue Guardian serves traders in 170+ countries and has distributed $23.8 million in verified payouts across 9,219+ individual withdrawals, with the largest single payout reaching $40,000.

Blue Guardian is best known for its 24-hour guaranteed payout policy — approved withdrawals are processed within 24 hours, or the firm pays 100% of the profits (bumping the split to 100%). The firm offers profit splits up to 90% on instant accounts, with the unique guarantee that missed 24-hour deadlines automatically increase the split to 100%. Blue Guardian maintains a 4.6/5 rating on Prop Firm Match and 4.9/5 on Google.

The firm offers both Forex and Futures funding programs, unified into a single integrated platform in 2026. Traders can access up to $400,000 in forex capital and $450,000 in futures capital, with the ability to scale up to $4 million through consistent performance. Blue Guardian's entry barrier is remarkably low — the Instant Starter account provides $5,000 in trading capital for just $10, with payout eligibility beginning 7 days after the first trade.

Blue Guardian supports 7+ trading platforms including MetaTrader 5, TradeLocker, Match-Trader, NinjaTrader, Tradovate, DeepCharts, and TradingView. The firm offers tradable instruments across forex, indices, commodities, and cryptocurrencies with leverage up to 1:100 on forex for evaluation accounts. A standout feature is the Guardian Shield — an automated risk management system that closes trades at 2% unrealized loss to prevent emotional decision-making during volatile periods.

Features & Offerings

Funding Programs

Blue Guardian offers multiple funding pathways across both Forex and Futures markets, unified into a single integrated platform in 2026.

Forex Programs

1. Instant Starter

Blue Guardian's entry-level instant funding account — $5,000 in trading capital for just $10, with immediate trading access and no evaluation required.

ParameterDetails
Account Size$5,000
Entry Cost$10
Daily Loss Limit3% of original balance
Max Drawdown6% trailing
Profit Split80% standard, 90% with add-on
Consistency Rule20% (no single day > 20% of total profit)
Min Trading Days5 days (0.5% profit each, non-consecutive)
Payout Eligibility7 days after first trade
Evaluation RequiredNo (instant funding)

2. 1-Step Evaluation

A single-phase evaluation with an 8% profit target and 85% profit split after passing.

ParameterDetails
Profit Target8%
Daily Loss Limit4%
Max Drawdown6% trailing
Profit Split85% after passing
Min Trading Days3 days (at least one trade per day, non-consecutive)
Payout Eligibility14 days after first trade
Payout Cycle14-day cycle after first withdrawal

3. 2-Step Evaluation

A two-phase evaluation with targets split across Phase 1 (8%) and Phase 2 (5%).

ParameterPhase 1Phase 2
Profit Target8%5%
Daily Loss Limit4%4%
Max Drawdown6% trailing6% trailing
Profit Split85% after passing
Min Trading Days3 days per phase

4. Instant Funding (Professional)

Instant funding for professional traders with higher capital allocation.

ParameterDetails
Account Sizes$5,000 – $200,000
Daily Loss Limit3%
Max Drawdown6% trailing
Profit Split80% standard, 90% with add-on
Consistency Rule20% (35% on Pro accounts)
Min Trading Days5 days (0.5% profit each)
Payout Eligibility7 days after first trade

Futures Programs

Blue Guardian Futures offers four account types with up to $750,000 in capital and no activation fees.

Futures Account Types

Account TypeDescription
StandardPremium caps, fast cadence
ReserveNo daily loss limit, bigger bundle savings
ExpressDaily payouts, cash flow on tap
DirectSkip the evaluation, no shortcuts after

Futures Standard 100K — Detailed Rules

ParameterEvaluationFunded
Profit Target$6,000None
Max Position8 Mini | 80 Micro8 Mini | 80 Micro
Consistency RuleNone40% (largest day ≤ 40% of total profits)
Time LimitNoneNone
Daily Loss Limit$2,000 (soft breach)$2,000 (soft breach)
Max Drawdown$3,500$3,500 (EOD trailing; locks at start + $100 after withdrawal)
Drawdown TypeEOD TrailingEOD Trailing
Profit Split—90/10
1st Payout Cap—$3,000
2nd+ Payout Cap—$3,500
News TradingAllowedAllowed

Futures Pricing (with 25% off code BG25)

Account SizeDiscounted PriceRegular Price
$25K$116.00$154.00
$50K$157.00$209.00
$100K$248.00$330.00
$150K$318.00$424.00

Futures Bundle Discounts (Standard 100K)

AccountsDiscountSavings
2 Accounts30% OffSave $17
3 Accounts35% OffSave $51
4 Accounts40% OffSave $101
5 Accounts100% Off (5th free)Save $349

Guardian Shield — Automated Risk Management

Blue Guardian's proprietary Guardian Shield system automatically closes trades when unrealized losses reach 2%, preventing emotional decision-making during volatile periods.

  • First breach: Cuts profit split to 50%
  • Second breach: Permanently terminates your account
  • Purpose: Prevents catastrophic losses from emotional trading

Key Rules Summary

RuleInstant AccountsChallenge Accounts
Daily Loss Limit3%4%
Max Drawdown6% trailing6% trailing
Min Trading Days5 (0.5% profit each)3 (one trade per day)
Consistency Rule20% (35% Pro)40% (futures funded)
Payout Eligibility7 days after first trade14 days after first trade
Payout CycleOn-demand / weekly / bi-weekly14-day cycle
News TradingRestricted 5 min before/after major eventsRestricted 5 min before/after major events
Margin UsageAbove 80% triggers gambling violationAbove 80% triggers gambling violation

Trailing Drawdown Mechanics

Blue Guardian uses a 6% trailing maximum drawdown from your highest end-of-day balance. The trailing drawdown locks at your original balance once your account reaches 6% profit from the starting balance, with a $100 buffer to prevent accidental breaches during withdrawals. The end-of-day calculation (5pm EST) gives more flexibility than intraday trailing systems — intraday price swings won't tighten your threshold until the daily settlement.

Payout Structure

FeatureDetails
24-Hour GuaranteePayouts processed within 24 hours, or firm pays 100% of profits
Profit Split (Instant)80% standard, 90% with add-on, 100% if 24hr guarantee missed
Profit Split (1-Step)85% after passing
Profit Split (Futures)90/10
Payout MethodsRise, Crypto
Payout FrequencyOn-demand, weekly, or bi-weekly (account-dependent)
Challenge Fee RefundFull refund after 4th payout
Total Payouts$23.8M+ across 9,219+ withdrawals
Largest Single Payout$40,000 (May 9, 2024)

Trading Platforms

PlatformMarkets
MetaTrader 5 (MT5)Forex + Futures
TradeLockerForex + Futures
Match-TraderForex + Futures
NinjaTraderFutures
TradovateFutures
DeepChartsFutures
TradingViewForex + Futures

Markets & Instruments

CategoryDetails
ForexMajor, minor, and exotic pairs
IndicesGlobal indices
CommoditiesGold, silver, oil, and more
CryptocurrenciesMajor crypto pairs
LeverageUp to 1:100 on forex (evaluation)

Key Features

FeatureDetails
FoundedJune 2021
HQUnited Arab Emirates
Countries170+
Total Payouts$23.8M+
Total Withdrawals9,219+
Max Capital (Forex)$400,000
Max Capital (Futures)$450,000 (up to $750K combined)
Max Scaling$4,000,000
Account Sizes$5,000 – $200,000 (forex), up to $150K (futures)
Instant Starter Cost$10 for $5,000 capital
Profit SplitUp to 90% (100% if 24hr guarantee missed)
Payout Guarantee24 hours or 100% of profits
Challenge Fee RefundAfter 4th payout
Platforms7+ (MT5, TradeLocker, Match-Trader, NinjaTrader, Tradovate, DeepCharts, TradingView)
Support24/7 via Discord and live chat
Rating (Prop Firm Match)4.6/5
Rating (Google)4.9/5
Rating (Trustpilot)4.4/5 (205 reviews)
Promo CodeBG25 (25% off all accounts)
Activation FeesNone (futures)

Why Traders Choose Blue Guardian

  • Fast, Guaranteed Payouts: Approved withdrawals processed within 24 hours, or the firm pays an additional $1,000 (100% of profits)
  • Dedicated 24/7 Support: Expert team always available via Discord and live chat
  • Clarity in Execution: Objective, simple rules designed to keep traders focused on performance
  • Absolute Transparency: No hidden rules, no unnecessary restrictions, total clarity
  • Institutional Trading: Prime execution, tight spreads, and low slippage across all assets
  • Powered by Major Platforms: 7+ trading platforms including MT5, NinjaTrader, TradingView, and more
  • Guardian Shield: Automated risk management that prevents emotional trading decisions
  • Low Entry Barrier: Instant Starter account for just $10
  • Bundle Discounts: Up to 5th account free with multi-account purchases
  • Challenge Fee Refund: Full refund after 4th payout, reducing long-term costs

Pros

  • ✓24-hour guaranteed payouts — or firm pays 100% of profits (split bumps to 100%)
  • ✓$23.8M+ in verified payouts across 9,219+ withdrawals — proven track record
  • ✓Up to 90% profit split on instant accounts (100% if 24hr guarantee missed)
  • ✓Instant Starter account for just $10 ($5,000 capital) — extremely low entry barrier
  • ✓7+ trading platforms: MT5, TradeLocker, Match-Trader, NinjaTrader, Tradovate, DeepCharts, TradingView
  • ✓170+ countries supported — global accessibility
  • ✓Up to $400K forex + $450K futures capital ($750K+ combined) — high capital allocation
  • ✓Scale up to $4,000,000 — very high scaling potential
  • ✓Guardian Shield automated risk management — prevents emotional trading decisions
  • ✓Challenge fees fully refunded after 4th payout — reduces long-term costs
  • ✓Bundle discounts up to 5th account free — multi-account savings
  • ✓24/7 customer support via Discord and live chat — always available
  • ✓No activation fees on futures accounts — transparent pricing
  • ✓Both Forex and Futures markets in one unified platform — multi-asset offering
  • ✓Crypto payout options via Rise and crypto wallets — flexible withdrawals
  • ✓4.6/5 on Prop Firm Match, 4.9/5 on Google — strong reputation
  • ✓Leverage up to 1:100 on forex (evaluation) — high leverage
  • ✓Tradable instruments: forex, indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies — diverse markets
  • ✓25% off promo code BG25 available — current discount
  • ✓No time limit on evaluations — unlimited trading days
  • ✓News trading allowed (with 5-min restriction window) — flexible for news traders
  • ✓Account merging for compounding effects — portfolio optimization
  • ✓Founded June 2021 — 4+ years of operation

Cons

  • ✕Guardian Shield: first breach cuts profit split to 50%, second breach terminates account — strict auto-risk
  • ✕Daily loss limit only 3% on instant accounts — tight daily drawdown
  • ✕6% trailing drawdown — can be challenging for conservative traders
  • ✕Consistency rule: 20% on instant, 35% on Pro, 40% on futures funded — restricts trading style
  • ✕News trading restricted 5 minutes before/after major events — not fully unrestricted
  • ✕Margin usage above 80% triggers gambling violation — strict margin rules
  • ✕73% of accounts fail from daily loss violations — high failure rate
  • ✕Min 5 trading days (0.5% profit each) for instant/funded — withdrawal waiting period
  • ✕Min 3 trading days for challenges — cannot fast-pass evaluation
  • ✕Payout eligibility 7 days (instant) / 14 days (challenge) after first trade — waiting period
  • ✕14-day payout cycle on challenge accounts — not on-demand for all accounts
  • ✕1st payout cap $3,000, 2nd+ cap $3,500 on futures — withdrawal limits
  • ✕Max position limits on futures (8 Mini | 80 Micro) — restricts large traders
  • ✕EOD trailing drawdown tightens after profits — can catch traders during reversals
  • ✕Simulated environment (SaaS educational) — not real broker trading
  • ✕UAE-based — some traders may prefer UK/US-regulated firms
  • ✕90% profit split requires add-on payment on instant accounts — premium split is upsell
  • ✕Largest single payout $40K — lower than some competitors' headline payouts
  • ✕Only 7% of challenge purchasers ever receive a payout — industry-wide statistic
  • ✕Promo codes change — BG25 may not always be available

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blue Guardian?

Blue Guardian is a global proprietary trading firm founded in June 2021 and based in the United Arab Emirates. The firm operates as a SaaS educational trading simulation company, providing funded trading capital to traders who demonstrate consistent risk management skills. Blue Guardian serves 170+ countries, has distributed $23.8M+ in verified payouts across 9,219+ withdrawals, and offers both Forex and Futures funding programs with up to $750K in combined capital and scaling to $4M.

What is the 24-hour payout guarantee?

Blue Guardian guarantees that approved withdrawals are processed within 24 hours. If the firm misses this 24-hour deadline, they pay 100% of the profits — meaning your profit split automatically bumps to 100%. This is one of the strongest payout guarantees in the prop firm industry and demonstrates the firm's confidence in its processing speed.

What is the Instant Starter account?

The Instant Starter is Blue Guardian's entry-level instant funding account. For just $10, traders get $5,000 in trading capital with immediate trading access — no evaluation required. It has a 3% daily loss limit, 6% trailing drawdown, 80% profit split (90% with add-on), 20% consistency rule, and payout eligibility begins 7 days after the first trade. This is one of the lowest entry barriers in the prop firm industry.

What programs does Blue Guardian offer?

Blue Guardian offers multiple funding pathways: Forex programs include Instant Starter ($10 for $5K), 1-Step Evaluation (8% target, 85% split), 2-Step Evaluation (8%/5% targets), and Instant Funding Professional ($5K-$200K). Futures programs include four account types: Standard (premium caps), Reserve (no daily loss limit), Express (daily payouts), and Direct (skip evaluation). All programs offer unlimited trading days and scaling up to $4M.

What is the profit split at Blue Guardian?

Profit splits vary by account type: Instant accounts offer 80% standard or 90% with an add-on. 1-Step evaluations offer 85% after passing. Futures accounts offer 90/10 split. Uniquely, if Blue Guardian misses its 24-hour payout guarantee, the profit split automatically bumps to 100%. The firm has paid out $23.8M+ across 9,219+ withdrawals.

What is the Guardian Shield?

The Guardian Shield is Blue Guardian's proprietary automated risk management system. It automatically closes trades when unrealized losses reach 2%, preventing emotional decision-making during volatile periods. The first breach cuts your profit split to 50%, and a second breach permanently terminates your account. This system protects both the trader and the firm from catastrophic losses.

What are the daily loss limits at Blue Guardian?

Daily loss limits vary by account type: Instant accounts have a 3% daily loss limit, while challenge-based evaluations allow 4%. The system calculates at 5pm EST each day, using whichever value is higher between your account balance or equity at that moment. Exceeding the daily loss limit triggers immediate account termination regardless of recovery attempts.

What is the trailing drawdown at Blue Guardian?

Blue Guardian uses a 6% trailing maximum drawdown from your highest end-of-day balance. The trailing drawdown locks at your original balance once your account reaches 6% profit from the starting balance, with a $100 buffer to prevent accidental breaches during withdrawals. The end-of-day calculation (5pm EST) gives more flexibility than intraday trailing systems.

What is the consistency rule at Blue Guardian?

The consistency rule varies by account type: Instant accounts require 20% (no single day's profit can exceed 20% of total profits), Pro accounts tighten to 35%, and futures funded accounts require 40%. Violating consistency rules prevents payout requests but does not terminate your account. This rule ensures traders demonstrate consistent performance rather than relying on a single large winning day.

How many trading days are required at Blue Guardian?

Instant and funded accounts require a minimum of 5 trading days before withdrawal eligibility, with each qualifying day needing 0.5% profit based on closed balance. Days ending in losses don't count, and the days don't need to be consecutive. Challenge evaluations require only 3 trading days with at least one trade opened each day, also non-consecutive.

When can I request my first payout?

Payout eligibility begins 7 days after your first trade for instant accounts and 14 days after your first trade for challenge-funded accounts. After the first withdrawal, challenge accounts follow a 14-day payout cycle. Instant accounts offer on-demand, weekly, or bi-weekly payouts depending on the account type and add-ons. All payouts are guaranteed within 24 hours or the firm pays 100% of profits.

What trading platforms does Blue Guardian support?

Blue Guardian supports 7+ trading platforms: MetaTrader 5 (MT5), TradeLocker, Match-Trader, NinjaTrader, Tradovate, DeepCharts, and TradingView. This wide platform selection gives traders flexibility to choose their preferred execution and analysis environment across both Forex and Futures markets.

What markets can I trade with Blue Guardian?

Blue Guardian offers trading across forex (major, minor, and exotic pairs), indices (global indices), commodities (gold, silver, oil, and more), and cryptocurrencies (major crypto pairs). Leverage up to 1:100 is available on forex for evaluation accounts. Both Forex and Futures markets are unified into a single integrated platform.

How do payouts work at Blue Guardian?

Blue Guardian offers payouts via Rise or Crypto. Payout frequency depends on account type: on-demand, weekly, or bi-weekly. All approved withdrawals are guaranteed within 24 hours — if missed, the firm pays 100% of profits. Challenge fees are fully refunded after your 4th payout. The firm has processed 9,219+ withdrawals totaling $23.8M+, with the largest single payout reaching $40,000.

What is the maximum capital allocation at Blue Guardian?

Blue Guardian offers up to $400,000 in forex capital allocation across multiple funded accounts and up to $450,000 in futures capital, with combined potential up to $750,000+. Through consistent performance, traders can scale up to $4,000,000. Account sizes range from $5,000 to $200,000 (forex) and up to $150,000 (futures).

Is Blue Guardian a legitimate prop firm?

Yes. Blue Guardian has proven its legitimacy with $23.8M in verified payouts across 9,219+ individual withdrawals. The firm maintains a 4.6/5 rating on Prop Firm Match, 4.9/5 on Google, and 4.4/5 on Trustpilot (205 reviews). Founded in June 2021, the firm serves 170+ countries and offers a unique 24-hour payout guarantee. However, it operates as a SaaS educational trading simulation — traders earn on simulated results, and only 7% of challenge purchasers ever receive a payout (industry-wide statistic).

Does Blue Guardian offer bundle discounts?

Yes. Blue Guardian offers bundle discounts on multi-account purchases. For Standard 100K futures accounts: 2 accounts save 30% ($17), 3 accounts save 35% ($51), 4 accounts save 40% ($101), and 5 accounts save 100% on the 5th (save $349). The firm also offers promo code BG25 for 25% off all accounts (CFDs & Futures).

Quick Facts

HeadquartersUAE
Founded2023
Crypto FocusCrypto Supported
Crypto PairsMultiple
Max LeverageVariable
Max Account$400,000 forex + $450,000 futures (up to $750K combined); scales to $4,000,000
Profit SplitUp to 90% (100% if 24-hour guarantee missed); 85% on 1-Step
ExecutionSimulated (SaaS educational); MT5, TradeLocker, Match-Trader, NinjaTrader, Tradovate, DeepCharts, TradingView
Payout Speed24-hour guarantee (or 100% of profits); on-demand, weekly, or bi-weekly
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