Glossary Last reviewed October 1, 2026

Funded Account Safety Nets

A safety net or cushion is an amount that must remain in an account under the selected payout rules. Learn the idea, then try a free trading decision game.

Quick answer

A safety net or cushion is an amount that must remain in an account under the selected payout rules. It can reduce withdrawable profit and interact with a loss threshold.

Understand the idea

A safety net or cushion is an amount that must remain in an account under the selected payout rules. It can reduce withdrawable profit and interact with a loss threshold.

A decision to think through

An account shows $3,000 profit, but the example requires retaining $2,000. The remaining $1,000 is only a starting point before caps, splits, fees, and other eligibility conditions.

Try it through free practice

Separate displayed profit from eligible withdrawal. Keep each assumption visible when trying the payout calculator.

Your next free learning challenge

Play the free risk-sizing game. Make five decisions, read the explanation after each answer, and try to state the condition in your own words. First-time correct decisions earn skill XP; later reviews check what you remember. You can then apply the idea in a chart round and inspect the replay. All games, levels, written lessons, and feedback are free, with no signup or real money.

Frequently asked questions

Can I learn this for free?
Yes. All FundedReady games, courses, feedback, and practice reports are free. No signup or payment card is required.
What should I play next?
Play the free risk-sizing game. Make five decisions with explanations, then try a simulated chart round or a related guide.
Does a good game score prove I can trade profitably?
No. It records decisions in a simplified educational game. Live trading adds execution costs, slippage, uncertainty, and financial pressure.

Sources and review notes

Published May 18, 2026 Last reviewed October 1, 2026

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