> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.metacopier.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.metacopier.io/features/investor-program.md). # Investor program {% hint style="info" %} The program is currently in **beta** and available to a limited number of investors and traders. {% endhint %} The MetaCopier Investor Program is a **non-custodial, rule-based trading framework** that connects investors and multiple professional traders using MetaCopier’s trade-copying technology. MetaCopier provides **technology and settlement infrastructure only**. It does not provide brokerage, custody, investment advisory, or portfolio management services. ## Overview
The Investor Program allows investors to allocate capital from their **own broker accounts** to a predefined trading setup operated by multiple approved traders. Trades are copied automatically according to **explicitly approved settings and risk rules**, while **capital always remains under the investor’s direct control**. ## Key Principles * **Non-custodial:** Investor funds always stay at the investor’s broker. * **No pooled funds:** Each investor operates an individual broker account. There is no commingling of capital. * **Rule-based execution:** All copying follows predefined allocation, risk, and monitoring rules. * **Multiple traders:** Investors gain exposure to several traders instead of relying on a single strategy. * **Transparent settlement:** Performance and distributions are calculated periodically based on actual trading results. ## How It Works ### For Investors 1. **Connect broker account:** The investor connects their broker account to MetaCopier. MetaCopier does not have custody or withdrawal rights. 2. **Select a model portfolio:** A model portfolio defines: * the set of participating traders * allocation logic * risk limits and controls 3. **Approve and activate:** The investor must explicitly approve the configuration before activation and can pause or stop at any time. 4. **Periodic settlement:** Trading results are evaluated periodically and used to calculate distributions. ### For Traders * Traders participate as **independent contractors** * Traders trade their own strategies as usual * Participation is based on qualification and ongoing performance Each trader is continuously evaluated using a **risk-adjusted score**, which may include factors such as: * drawdown behavior * consistency * risk discipline * overall performance quality The score influences the trader’s relative participation and compensation within the program. ### Trading Rules for Traders To ensure investor safety and program integrity, participating traders must comply with the following mandatory trading rules: #### Hard Risk Limits * **Minimum account requirement:** Traders must have at least **$10,000 USD or equivalent** on a live trading account to participate in the program * **Maximum drawdown limit:** Traders must specify their maximum drawdown threshold (e.g., 10%) when creating their trader profile * **Automatic suspension:** Trading is automatically paused when the specified drawdown limit is reached * **Position sizing:** All positions must be sized to respect the declared risk limit * **Stop-loss discipline:** Positions should have defined stop-loss levels or equivalent risk controls #### Strategy Requirements * **Easily replicable signals:** All trading signals must be clearly executable and replicable across investor accounts without ambiguity * **Meaningful take-profit targets:** Take-profit levels must be substantial and reasonable; excessively small pip targets (micro-scalping) are not permitted * **Strategy consistency:** Traders should maintain consistency with their declared trading methodology #### Permitted Trading Approaches * **Martingale strategies:** Limited martingale is allowed with a maximum of **2-3 recovery levels**. Unlimited or aggressive martingale strategies that risk account blow-up are prohibited * **Grid strategies:** Permitted if used with clear risk boundaries and within the overall drawdown limit * **Various timeframes and styles:** Traders may use scalping, day trading, swing trading, or position trading approaches as long as signals remain replicable #### Extreme Volatility Protocol * **Suspend during uncommon volatility:** When market volatility reaches extreme or highly unusual levels, traders must suspend new trading activity * **Close open positions:** During extreme volatility events, traders should close or significantly reduce existing positions to protect capital * **Resume when conditions normalize:** Trading may resume once market conditions return to more typical volatility ranges Examples of extreme volatility events include: major geopolitical crises, central bank emergency interventions, flash crashes, or unprecedented market dislocations. #### Violation Consequences Failure to comply with trading rules may result in: * Immediate reduction of allocation percentage * Temporary suspension from the program * Permanent removal and forfeiture of pending compensation * Legal action in cases of fraud or intentional misconduct All rules are enforced through automated monitoring systems and periodic manual review. ## Risk Governance & Controls The Investor Program uses predefined, automated controls, including but not limited to: * Maximum overall drawdown limits * Maximum daily loss limits * Position size and exposure caps * Diversification and correlation monitoring * Continuous trader scoring and monitoring * Automatic reduction or removal of underperforming traders * Manual kill-switch available to investors Risk behavior directly impacts trader participation and compensation. ## Compensation & Settlement (High-Level) * Trading profits remain in the investor’s broker account * On a periodic basis, a distribution amount is calculated based on net trading performance * A portion of this amount compensates participating traders * A portion covers MetaCopier’s platform operation and administration * The remaining profit stays with the investor Trader compensation follows a **performance-based model** and may apply a **high-watermark principle**, meaning compensation is based on new net profits rather than recovery of previous losses. ### Team-Based Compensation Model Trader compensation operates on a **team-based distribution model** rather than individual profit tracking. **How it works:** * Compensation is calculated from the **total net profit** generated across the investor's capital, not from individual trader performance * The compensation pool is **distributed among all participating traders** based on their **risk-adjusted scores** * Individual trader profit/loss in a given period does not directly determine their compensation share **Example:** If the overall investor capital generates a net profit, the trader compensation portion is split among all traders according to their risk-adjusted scores. A trader who had an unlucky month but maintains good risk discipline and a high score will still receive compensation from the overall profit pool. **Benefits of this approach:** * **Reduces variance:** Traders are not penalized for short-term unlucky periods if they maintain good trading discipline * **Encourages collaboration:** All traders benefit from overall program success rather than competing individually * **Rewards consistency:** Long-term risk discipline and score maintenance are valued over short-term results * **Stabilizes income:** Traders receive more predictable compensation aligned with their contribution to the program This team-based model aligns all traders toward the common goal of sustainable, risk-managed performance rather than individual profit maximization. Exact distribution structures are disclosed before activation and may vary by configuration. ## Strategy Protection Signals used within the Investor Program **cannot be re-copied or redistributed** by investors. This ensures that: * trader strategies are protected * execution logic remains exclusive to the program * participation is limited to approved accounts only ## Alternative to Common Trading & Capital Allocation Models The MetaCopier Investor Program is designed as an alternative to several widely used trading and capital allocation models. Its structure combines elements of copy trading, professional trading, and investor participation while avoiding common limitations of existing approaches. ### Compared to Challenge-Based Prop Firm Models Traditional challenge-based models often rely on evaluation phases and simulated environments. Key differences: * No evaluation or challenge phases * No challenge or reset mechanics * No reliance on simulated or demo capital * Traders operate real strategies under continuous rules * Compensation is based on actual performance over time * Long-term consistency is prioritized over short-term evaluation results ### Compared to PAMM / MAM / Managed Accounts Managed account structures typically involve discretionary control by a single manager. Key differences: * No discretionary portfolio management by MetaCopier * No pooled or commingled investor funds * Investors retain full control over their individual broker accounts * Multiple traders participate instead of a single manager * All trade execution follows predefined, rule-based settings approved by the investor ### Compared to Traditional Copy Trading & Signal Subscriptions Retail copy trading and signal subscription models often focus on individual signal providers and fixed fees. Key differences: * No dependence on a single trader or strategy * No fixed subscription fees disconnected from performance * Trader participation is continuously adjusted based on risk-adjusted scoring * Signals cannot be re-copied or redistributed by investors * Strategy execution is governed by program-level rules rather than follower discretion ### Compared to Funds or Pooled Investment Vehicles Funds and pooled vehicles usually require custody transfer and collective investment structures. Key differences: * MetaCopier does not pool investor capital * Investor funds always remain at the investor’s broker * No fund structure, no collective investment scheme * No custody or withdrawal rights held by MetaCopier * Investors can pause or stop participation at any time ## Important Risk Notice Trading involves significant risk and may result in partial or total loss of capital. Past performance does not guarantee future results. MetaCopier provides a technological trade-copying tool only and does not act as a broker, custodian, investment advisor, or portfolio manager. Users are solely responsible for ensuring that their use of the platform complies with applicable laws and regulations in their jurisdiction.