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FAQ
The rules are the final word · Last updated 2026-10-31
What is Ranked League?
A free simulated trading tournament. You trade a $10,000 simulated demo account for 14 days and climb a public leaderboard. The best return for the risk taken wins real prizes.
Does it cost anything?
No. There's no entry fee and no deposit needed to play.
Is it real money?
No. Everyone trades a demo account with virtual money. Prizes are real.
How do I join?
Register with a handle, then open your demo account from the link we give you. That link tags your account for the tournament. Your account appears on the leaderboard within a few hours.
I signed up mid-season. Do I get the full 14 days?
A new season starts every 7 days. You join the newest running season while at least 7 days remain, otherwise the next one, so you always get between 7 and 14 days. Everyone in a season finishes at the same time.
How is the leaderboard ranked?
The prize board ranks you by return divided by your max drawdown, so steady gains beat lucky all-in bets. There's also a raw-return board for bragging rights. Both update every hour.
What is drawdown?
How far your equity has fallen from its highest point, as a percentage of that peak. We measure it on hourly snapshots, so it's approximate.
What gets me disqualified?
Falling 30% or more below your peak equity, running more than one account, or misusing the demo account. Disqualifications are shown on the leaderboard with the reason.
My account says “Under review”. What does that mean?
We've seen one sign that it may be linked to another account. You stay on the board, but you can't win until it's cleared. We don't publish the reason.
Can I appeal a disqualification?
Yes, within 48 hours of it appearing. Email support@rankedleague.com from your registered email.
What do I need to win a prize?
At least 5 active trading days and 10 closed trades, no disqualification, and a verified (KYC) live account with our regulated broker by day 12 of the season. Residents of the EU and UK can play but can't win.
What does “Unverified” next to my name mean?
You haven't verified a live account with our regulated broker yet. You can keep playing; verify by day 12 to be eligible.
How and when are prizes paid?
Results are published within 48 hours of the season closing. Cash prizes are paid to your verified live account within 10 days. See the prize table.
Who sees my email and phone number?
Nobody publicly. Only your handle, country flag and results appear on the leaderboard. See the privacy notice.
How do I delete my registration?
Email support@rankedleague.com from your registered email. Your handle then shows as “Withdrawn” on every board.