Join the Videforex Forex Trading Contest

The Videforex forex trading contest gives traders a weekly chance to compete on the leaderboard and earn prizes, including a $20,000 cash prize for the top four ranked traders. Before you place a single trade, it helps to understand how the contest is structured, which trades count, how rankings are calculated and what you need to do to receive a reward. This guide walks through each of those points so you can decide whether to take part and how to trade within the rules.

How the Videforex Forex Trading Contest Works

The contest runs every week on a fixed timetable. Rankings are based on how many qualifying trades you place during the active contest period, not on how much profit you make. That distinction matters. A trader with a smaller account and a higher trade count can rank above someone with a larger gain but fewer qualifying trades. If you are used to judging a contest by returns, read the rules carefully before you adjust your approach.

Because the contest is designed around trading activity, it is worth separating the contest from your broader trading plan. Your position sizes, risk limits and entry criteria should still come from your strategy, not from the desire to climb the leaderboard. A contest changes what is measured; it does not change what a sound trade looks like.

Contest Schedule

Each contest week follows the same timing. Use the table below as a quick reference.

Trades placed outside the active period do not count toward your ranking. Check the timing before you open a position near the start or end of the week, particularly if you plan to trade late on Friday or right after the weekly reset on Sunday.

How to Enter the Contest

You do not need to complete a separate sign-up form. If you trade on Videforex, you are already entered. This keeps the process simple, since there is no extra registration step that could be missed. The practical requirement is that your trades meet the qualification rules described below, because those rules decide whether each trade contributes to your ranking.

Trading Rules That Determine Your Ranking

Several rules decide which trades contribute to your position on the leaderboard:

• All trades count, whether they end in a profit or a loss.
• Each trade must be at least $10 to qualify.
• Only trades placed within the active contest period are counted.
• CFD trading volume does not count toward the contest.

Because losing trades still count, the contest does not reward only successful positions. It also means that a high trade count can be built by taking many small or low-quality positions, which is exactly the habit that tends to erode an account over time. Treat each qualifying trade as a decision you would make anyway, not as a box to tick. If you find yourself opening trades only to reach a minimum count, that is a signal to step back and review your approach.

Contest Prizes

The top four traders receive $20,000 in cash. Other ranked positions can also earn prizes and bonus rewards. Bonus rewards are subject to the eligibility conditions explained in the prize section below, so it is worth reading that part before you assume a bonus will be credited automatically. If you are unsure how the cash prize is divided among the top four, check the official contest terms on the Videforex platform rather than relying on a summary.

Step-by-Step: From First Trade to Prize

1. Trade on Videforex. Your account activity is what enters you into the contest, so no separate registration is needed.
2. Place qualifying trades. Make sure each trade is at least $10, is not a CFD trade, and is placed during the active period, which runs from Sunday 21:00 GMT to Friday 21:00 GMT.
3. Track your position. The leaderboard shows your standing at any time, so you can check how your trade count compares with other participants.
4. Watch for your final result. Winners receive an email with their final position and prize details.
5. Meet the claim conditions. Confirm that your balance and bonus history satisfy the rules before you request payment.

How to Receive Your Prize

Claiming a prize depends on your account balance. To claim, your available trading net balance must be at least equal to your minimum deposit. Net balance refers only to real funds, so bonuses do not count toward this requirement. It is worth checking this figure well before the contest ends, so you are not caught out at the claim stage.

Bonus prizes follow a separate condition. They are added to your trading account only if your total previous bonuses do not exceed 150% of your total deposits. If that limit would be breached, the bonus prize cannot be added in the usual way. You also have the option to decline a bonus prize if you would prefer not to receive it.

Because these conditions affect the value of a reward, read them before you rely on a bonus figure in your planning. The rules can change between contest periods, so the official terms on the platform are the reference point to follow.

Counted vs. Not Counted: Quick Comparison

The table below summarises the main qualification points so you can check a trade quickly.

Who This Contest Suits

The contest may appeal to active traders who already place regular trades and want an additional structured goal for the week. It is less suitable for traders who rely on a slow, selective approach, because the ranking is based on trade count rather than on the quality of individual decisions. A patient swing trader who takes three well-planned positions a week will be at a structural disadvantage against someone placing dozens of trades, even if the first trader's results are stronger.

If you are still choosing where to trade, our XM Group review and FBS Inc review cover different broker profiles to help you compare options. Traders interested in funded account programmes can also browse our FundingPips review, though that is a separate product from this contest.

Key Takeaways

• The Videforex forex trading contest runs weekly from Sunday 21:00 GMT to Friday 21:00 GMT.
• Rankings are based on the number of qualifying trades, not on profit.
• You are entered automatically when you trade on Videforex.
• Each trade must be at least $10, and CFD volume does not count.
• The top four traders receive $20,000 in cash, and other ranked positions can earn prizes and bonus rewards.
• Prize claims depend on real-fund net balance, and bonus prizes depend on the 150% bonus-to-deposit limit.

Trading involves risk, and a contest that rewards activity can encourage overtrading. Keep your risk per trade within your own limits and only take positions that fit your strategy.

FAQ

How do I enter the Videforex forex trading contest?

You do not need to register separately. If you trade on Videforex, you are already entered, provided your trades meet the contest rules.

Do losing trades count toward my ranking?

Yes. All trades count, whether they win or lose, as long as they meet the minimum size and timing requirements.

Are CFD trades included in the contest?

No. CFD trading volume does not count toward the contest.

How will I know if I have won a prize?

Winners receive an email with their final position and prize details. You can also check your standing on the leaderboard at any time during the contest.

Can I decline a bonus prize?

Yes. If you prefer not to accept a bonus prize, you can choose not to take it.

Further reading: Contract for difference (Wikipedia).