What Is Microscalping?
Microscalping is a trading approach where positions are opened and closed within extremely short time frames — often just a few seconds — using relatively large size to capture very small price movements.
In most cases, the goal is not to trade market structure, but to take advantage of how simulated execution behaves.
Important: This type of behavior is considered an attempt to exploit execution mechanics, not a sustainable trading strategy.
Microscalping vs. Normal Scalping
Short-term trading is completely fine when it reflects real decision-making, timing, and risk management.
The difference is intent. Normal scalping is based on reading the market and managing trades. Microscalping focuses on capturing minimal movements as quickly as possible, often without meaningful exposure to risk.
How It’s Identified
Accounts may be reviewed if a large portion of profits comes from trades held for only a few seconds.
More than 50% of profits coming from trades held 5 seconds or less
What Happens If It’s Detected?
The account may be reviewed manually to better understand the trading behavior
If needed, a warning may be issued
If the behavior continues:
Profits generated from this type of activity may be removed
Account access may be restricted
If you believe your account was flagged incorrectly, you can always reach out and request a review.
Why This Is Restricted
The goal is to support traders who are building strategies that actually work in real market conditions.
It doesn’t reflect real execution or liquidity conditions
It distorts actual performance
It makes it harder to identify consistent traders
Final Note:
Short-term trading is absolutely allowed. The focus should always be on realistic execution, proper risk management, and consistency over time.