How to Set Up TradingView for TopStep

Connect TradingView to your TopStep account and configure the platform for TopStep's trailing eod (floor moves up at end of day) rules. This guide covers connection, verification, and recommended risk settings.

Connection Steps

Create your TopStep account

Open TradingView

Go to tradingview.com and log in or create a free account.

Connect your broker credentials

Open the Trading Panel at the bottom of the chart. Click "Connect Broker" and select the data provider TopStep specifies in your welcome email. Enter the credentials.

Verify the connection

Check that your account balance matches TopStep's dashboard. Place a small test order to confirm execution.

Configure chart settings

Set your preferred timeframe, add indicators, and save the workspace as a template for quick restoration.

Recommended Settings for TopStep

--Set a daily loss alert at 1.6% (80% of TopStep's 2% limit) so you stop trading before the hard cap.
--Enable end-of-day position flattening if possible. Trailing drawdown resets at session close, so flat positions reduce overnight risk.
--TopStep does NOT allow overnight holding. Set an auto-flatten or reminder 5 minutes before market close.
--Weekend holding is not allowed. Close all positions before the Friday session ends.
--Consistency rule: No single day > 50% of total profit. Track daily P&L in a spreadsheet to stay compliant.
--Save your workspace template after configuring so you can restore it quickly if settings are lost.

TopStep Rules at a Glance

Drawdown Type	Trailing EOD (floor moves up at end of day)
Max Drawdown	3%
Daily Loss Limit	2%
Overnight Holding	Not allowed
Weekend Holding	Not allowed
News Trading	allowed

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