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Why the 40% consistency rule isn't punitive
The consistency rule (no single day greater than 40% of total profit) is the most-misunderstood rule we have. Here's the math behind it, and why traders who hit it actually make more money long-term.
Mira Chen·Head of Risk·2026-03-14
consistency rule deep dive
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What you'll learn
Why this matters
Crypto perpetuals are the Phase 1 market. The account is simulated, the rules are published, and a payout covers eligible profits. The hard part is staying inside the risk rules long enough to pass.
Next steps
Once you've read this, jump to [How it works](/how-it-works) and [Rules](/rules) for the operational details.