Is TopStep legit?

Last verified: 2026-03-21 | Official rules

Trust breakdown:

  • -Fundamentals: 22/25
  • -Payout record: 27/30
  • -Reputation: 21/25
  • -Regulatory: 15/20

Key facts:

  • -Founded: 2012
  • -Headquarters: Chicago, Illinois, USA
  • -Registration: US-registered (Illinois)
  • -Payout speed: 1-3 business days
  • -Profit split: 90%-90%
  • -Evaluation: 1-step

For the full trust breakdown, see the TopStep trust score page. Always do your own due diligence and start with the smallest account size to limit risk.

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