Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Clear, transparent answers regarding calculation accuracy, mathematical models, prop-firm rules, and data privacy.
1. Platform Architecture & Mathematical Precision
Is TradeCoreHub 100% free to use?
Yes, all 10 core quantitative calculation tools (Lot Size, Liquidation, Fibonacci, Margin, Pivot Points, Compound Interest, Prop Firm Shield, Risk-Reward, Live Charts, and Economic Calendar) are 100% free with unlimited calculations. We monetize strictly via non-intrusive display advertisements and verified broker affiliate sponsorships.
How accurate are the position sizing and lot size calculations?
Our position sizing engine runs on institutional bank contract specifications: 1 standard lot equals 100,000 units for standard Forex pairs, 100 troy ounces for Gold (XAU/USD), and 5,000 troy ounces for Silver (XAG/USD). Stop loss distances are mathematically converted against tick values in real-time, eliminating fractional rounding discrepancies.
Do I need to install software or connect my broker account?
No. TradeCoreHub is an entirely browser-based, zero-installation web terminal. You do not need to share MT4/MT5 login credentials or API keys. All calculations run client-side on your device with 0ms latency.
2. Cryptocurrency Futures & Liquidation Formulas
How does the Crypto Liquidation Calculator work?
Our engine mirrors the official Binance, Bybit, and OKX derivatives clearing house formulas. It accounts for both Isolated Margin (where your risk is capped to the position margin) and Cross Margin (where available wallet balance buffers the liquidation threshold), factoring in standard Maintenance Margin Rates (MMR) starting from 0.40% on Bitcoin and 0.50% on Ethereum.
Why does my actual liquidation price differ slightly from theoretical math?
During extreme market volatility, exchanges incorporate a dynamic Liquidation Clearance Fee (typically 1.0% to 1.5% of position value) into the insurance fund. Additionally, funding rates charged every 8 hours will gradually decrease your margin balance if holding long during positive funding cycles.
3. Prop Firm Compliance & Drawdown Protection
How does the Prop Firm Shield prevent account breaches?
Most prop firm challenge failures occur due to breaching the Maximum Daily Loss (5%) rule. Our calculator takes your account balance at the daily rollover (midnight server time) and computes the exact dollar stop-loss ceiling. If your risk per trade exceeds the permissible daily budget, the tool flags a high-priority red alert.
What prop firms are compatible with TradeCoreHub presets?
Our pre-calibrated buttons match standard rules across FTMO, FundedNext, FundingPips, The5ers, Topstep, and Alpha Capital, covering 2-step evaluation challenges, 1-step challenges, and instant funded account types.
4. Privacy, Security & Advertising Disclosure
Does TradeCoreHub store my calculation inputs or account sizes?
No. All inputs entered into our calculators are stored strictly in your browser's local memory (`localStorage`) for your convenience so you don't have to retype your account size on page refresh. None of your proprietary financial numbers are uploaded or stored in our database.
Does TradeCoreHub provide financial or investment advice?
Strictly no. TradeCoreHub is an educational and mathematical software provider. We do not provide financial, investment, or brokerage advice. Trading foreign exchange, contracts for difference (CFDs), and cryptocurrency derivatives carries substantial risk of loss. Always trade responsibly and consult a certified financial advisor before risking capital.
Have an unanswered quantitative question?
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