What changed, when, and where it came from. Each entry is tagged by source quality. Entries are data in src/data/changes.json.
· Topstep · Secondary source: pending official confirmation
A Topstep support rep reportedly told a third-party site on Aug 31, 2026 that the existing affiliate program was sunset and no new affiliate/partnership applications are accepted. Affects affiliate sites, not traders' rules.
Sources: PropNavi (secondary)
· Take Profit Trader · Official source
For new test accounts purchased from Aug 17, 2026 onward, the minimum evaluation period drops from 5 to 3 trading days. TPT calls this a permanent program change (not tied to the 50AND3 sale). Existing tests and their resets keep the 5-day period; other test rules unchanged.
· Take Profit Trader · Official source
Effective May 16, 2026, test reset prices are risk-adjusted per account size: 25K $79, 50K $99, 75K $139, 100K $169, 150K $199.
Sources: TPT Help Center: NOFEE50 Promo FAQs (official) · TPT Help Center: Resetting Your Test Account (official)
· Apex Trader Funding · Secondary source: pending official confirmation
Reported changes for NEW accounts: one-time evaluation fees (no monthly subscription), choice of EOD trailing or intraday trailing drawdown, resets not offered on new products, removal of MAE / 5:1 risk-reward rules, 50% consistency rule, automated payout processing. Legacy accounts reportedly keep their original rules.
Sources: DealPropFirm (secondary) · Canadian Futures Trader (secondary)
· Take Profit Trader · Unconfirmed: source pending
Third-party reports claim Take Profit Trader reduced its affiliate/influencer roster in 2026. We found no official confirmation: as of 2026-09-26 TPT's official help center still documents an active affiliate program (application, tracking and dashboard articles, last updated May 27, 2026). Treat as unconfirmed.
Sources: TPT Help Center: How To Become An Affiliate (official, shows program still active)