What is Blue Guardian's maximum allocation?

Blue Guardian offers account sizes from $5K to $400K, with a maximum allocation of $400,000.

Is copy trading allowed at Blue Guardian?

Yes, copy trading is allowed between your own personal accounts only. Copying trades from accounts at other prop firms is strictly prohibited.

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Blue Guardian

Item: Blue Guardian
Rating: 4.1
Author: ThePropFirmGuide

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Headquarters

UAE • Founded June 2021

Profit Split

50% • 80% • 85%
Depending on program type

Payouts

14 Days • On-Demand
$100 minimum withdrawal

Instruments

Forex • Indices • Crypto • Commodities
CFD instruments

Evaluation

No time limit
Instant, 1-Step, 2-Step, 3-Step options

Trading Platforms

Match Trader

MT5

TradeLocker

Payout Methods

Crypto

Riseworks

About Blue Guardian

Founded in June 2021 and based in Dubai, UAE, Blue Guardian (Iconic Exchange FZCO) is a proprietary trading firm led by CEO Sean Bainton. The firm offers traders access to capital up to $400,000, with profit splits up to 90% and multiple evaluation pathways including instant funding. Blue Guardian's standout feature is their 24-hour payout guarantee — if they don't process your payout within 24 hours, you receive 100% of your profits.

Challenge Programs

Instant Funding (80%)

No evaluation required — trade immediately with on-demand payouts.

Profit Split: 80% On-Demand

Leverage: 1:30 Forex • 1:10 Indices/Commodities • 1:2 Crypto | Daily Loss: 3% | Max Drawdown: 6% | 20% consistency rule

Instant Starter (50%)

Budget-friendly instant funding starting at just $27.

Profit Split: 50% (14 Days)

Daily Loss: 3% | Max Drawdown: 5% | 15% consistency rule | Max withdrawal: 5% of account size

1-Step Challenge

Single phase evaluation with 10% profit target.

Profit Split: 85% (14 Days)

Leverage: 1:100 Forex • 1:20 Indices/Commodities • 1:2 Crypto | Daily Loss: 3-4% | Max Drawdown: 6%

2-Step Challenge

Two phase evaluation: 8%/10% Phase 1 → 4% Phase 2.

Profit Split: 85% (14 Days)

Leverage: 1:100 Forex • 1:20 Indices/Commodities • 1:2 Crypto | Daily Loss: 4% | Max Drawdown: 8-10%

3-Step Challenge

Three phase evaluation: 6% → 6% → 6% profit targets — lowest entry fees.

Profit Split: 85% (14 Days)

Leverage: 1:100 Forex • 1:20 Indices/Commodities • 1:2 Crypto | Daily Loss: 4% | Max Drawdown: 8%

Key Features

• No Time Limit: Complete evaluation phases at your own pace

• 24-Hour Payout Guarantee: If payout isn't processed in 24 hours, you receive 100% profit split

• Guardian Shield: Automatic position closure at 1% (Instant) or 2% (Challenge) open loss to protect your account

• Maximum account size: $400,000 (Instant Standard program)

• Copy Trading Allowed: Between your own personal accounts only

• EAs Allowed: Expert Advisors permitted for trading

• News Trading: Allowed with 5-minute restriction before/after high-impact news on funded accounts (no restriction during evaluation)

Leverage

Asset	Instant	1-Step	2-Step	3-Step
Forex	1:30	1:100	1:100	1:100
Indices	1:10	1:20	1:20	1:20
Crypto	1:2	1:2	1:2	1:2
Other Commodities	1:10	1:20	1:20	1:20

Commissions

Asset	Commission
Forex	$5 per lot
Indices	No commission
Crypto	No commission
Other Commodities	$5 per lot

Restricted Countries

Afghanistan • Albania • Algeria • Brazil • Bulgaria • Cuba • Iran • Japan • Jordan • Kenya • Libya • Myanmar (Burma) • North Korea • Pakistan • Philippines • Senegal • Singapore • Syria • Vietnam

Size	Program	Target	Daily Loss	Max Loss	Profit Split	Payout	Loyalty	Price

Blue Guardian 5K Instant Starter account: profit target None, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 5%, 90% profit split, Instant 90% payout, price $10.00 (regular $27.00).

Blue Guardian 5K 2-Step Standard account: profit target 8% - 4%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 8%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $24.50 (regular $49.00).

Blue Guardian 5K 2-Step Pro account: profit target 10% - 4%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 10%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $18.00 (regular $36.00).

Blue Guardian 5K 3-Step account: profit target 6% - 6% - 6%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 8%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $15.00 (regular $30.00).

Blue Guardian 5K 1-Step Standard account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $35.00 (regular $70.00).

Blue Guardian 5K 1-Step Pro account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $43.50 (regular $87.00).

Blue Guardian 5K Instant Standard account: profit target None, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 80% profit split, On-demand 80% payout, price $54.50 (regular $109.00).

Blue Guardian 5K Crypto account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $35.00 (regular $70.00).

Blue Guardian 10K 2-Step Standard account: profit target 8% - 4%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 8%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $56.00 (regular $112.00).

Blue Guardian 10K 2-Step Pro account: profit target 10% - 4%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 10%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $39.50 (regular $79.00).

Blue Guardian 10K 3-Step account: profit target 6% - 6% - 6%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 8%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $33.50 (regular $67.00).

Blue Guardian 10K 1-Step Standard account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $48.50 (regular $97.00).

Blue Guardian 10K 1-Step Pro account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $60.00 (regular $120.00).

Blue Guardian 10K Instant Standard account: profit target None, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 80% profit split, On-demand 80% payout, price $74.50 (regular $149.00).

Blue Guardian 10K Crypto account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $78.00 (regular $156.00).

Blue Guardian 25K 2-Step Standard account: profit target 8% - 4%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 8%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $114.50 (regular $229.00).

Blue Guardian 25K 2-Step Pro account: profit target 10% - 4%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 10%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $70.50 (regular $141.00).

Blue Guardian 25K 3-Step account: profit target 6% - 6% - 6%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 8%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $73.50 (regular $147.00).

Blue Guardian 25K 1-Step Standard account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $98.50 (regular $197.00).

Blue Guardian 25K 1-Step Pro account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $122.00 (regular $244.00).

Blue Guardian 25K Instant Standard account: profit target None, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 80% profit split, On-demand 80% payout, price $154.50 (regular $309.00).

Blue Guardian 25K Crypto account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $160.50 (regular $321.00).

Blue Guardian 50K 2-Step Standard account: profit target 8% - 4%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 8%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $172.50 (regular $345.00).

Blue Guardian 50K 2-Step Pro account: profit target 10% - 4%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 10%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $125.00 (regular $250.00).

Blue Guardian 50K 3-Step account: profit target 6% - 6% - 6%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 8%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $113.50 (regular $227.00).

Blue Guardian 50K 1-Step Standard account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $148.50 (regular $297.00).

Blue Guardian 50K 1-Step Pro account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $184.50 (regular $369.00).

Blue Guardian 50K Instant Standard account: profit target None, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 80% profit split, On-demand 80% payout, price $239.50 (regular $479.00).

Blue Guardian 50K Crypto account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $289.50 (regular $579.00).

Blue Guardian 100K 2-Step Standard account: profit target 8% - 4%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 8%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $289.50 (regular $579.00).

Blue Guardian 100K 2-Step Pro account: profit target 10% - 4%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 10%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $232.00 (regular $464.00).

Blue Guardian 100K 3-Step account: profit target 6% - 6% - 6%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 8%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $183.50 (regular $367.00).

Blue Guardian 100K 1-Step Standard account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $248.50 (regular $497.00).

Blue Guardian 100K 1-Step Pro account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $353.50 (regular $707.00).

Blue Guardian 100K Instant Standard account: profit target None, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 80% profit split, On-demand 80% payout, price $389.50 (regular $779.00).

Blue Guardian 100K Crypto account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $535.00 (regular $1,070.00).

Blue Guardian 200K 2-Step Standard account: profit target 8% - 4%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 8%, 85% profit split, Weekly 85% payout, price $581.00 (regular $1,162.00).

Blue Guardian 200K 2-Step Pro account: profit target 10% - 4%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 10%, 85% profit split, Weekly 85% payout, price $460.50 (regular $921.00).

Blue Guardian 200K 3-Step account: profit target 6% - 6% - 6%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 8%, 90% profit split, Weekly 90% payout, price $333.50 (regular $667.00).

Blue Guardian 200K 1-Step Standard account: profit target 10%, daily loss limit 4%, max drawdown 6%, 85% profit split, Weekly 85% payout, price $498.50 (regular $997.00).

Blue Guardian 200K Instant Standard account: profit target None, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 85% profit split, On-demand 85% payout, price $597.50 (regular $1,195.00).

Blue Guardian 300K Instant Standard account: profit target None, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 85% profit split, On-demand 85% payout, price $1,070.00 (regular $2,140.00).

Blue Guardian 400K Instant Standard account: profit target None, daily loss limit 3%, max drawdown 6%, 85% profit split, On-demand 85% payout, price $1,376.00 (regular $2,752.00).

LIMITED TIME

35% Off + 200% Refund on 4th Payout

35% off your Blue Guardian challenge, plus a 200% refund on your 4th payout

LIMITED TIME

50% Off All Accounts

50% off all accounts, excluding Instant Starter and 2-Step Standard — valid on first purchase only

LIMITED TIME

45% Off + 200% Refund on 4th Payout — $5K–$50K

45% off + 200% refund on your 4th payout on $5K–$50K accounts, excluding Instant Starter

Consistency Rule — Instant Standard

Applicable to Instant Standard

20% for $5K–$200K accounts; 15% for $300K & $400K accounts. You cannot request a payout until your highest profit trading day falls below the applicable percentage of total profits made within that period.

Consistency Rule — 2-Step Pro

Applicable to 2-Step Pro

A 25% consistency rule applies — one trading day cannot equal or exceed 25% of total profits.

Consistency Rule — Guardian X

Applicable to Guardian X

A 20% consistency rule applies — one trading day cannot equal or be greater than 20% of total profits made.

Consistency Rule — Instant Starter

Applicable to Instant Starter

A 15% consistency rule applies — one trading day cannot equal or be greater than 15% of total profits made.

News Trading

Instant Standard and funded accounts: trading is restricted within 5 minutes before and after a high-impact (red folder) news event. Challenge accounts, Instant Starter, and Guardian X accounts: no restrictions.

Copy Trading

Allowed between personal accounts only.

Inactivity Rule

All accounts will be deactivated after 30 days of inactivity.

Risk Management

Risking 3–4% on a single trade with excessive margin and no stop-loss is against the rules.

All or Nothing / Gambling

All or nothing or gambling-style behavior is prohibited. Gambling is classified as any trading activity where margin usage exceeds 80% in a single trade.

Minimum Holding Time

The minimum holding time is 2 minutes. If a trade is closed in under 2 minutes, it may be flagged for tick scalping, which is against the trading rules.

Drawdown Adjustment Rule

Applies to 1-Step Standard, 2-Step Pro, Guardian X, and Instant accounts

If your trailing Max Drawdown resets to the initial balance after reaching a profit threshold, maintain a 1% profit buffer to keep trading. Withdrawing all profits will result in account closure.

Guardian Shield

Applicable to funded accounts only

If open trades incur a loss of 1% of the initial balance on Instant accounts and Guardian X, or 2% on 1-Step, 1-Step Pro, 2-Step, 2-Step Pro, Crypto, and 3-Step accounts, Guardian Shield may auto-close them. This is a soft breach: 1st breach — profit split drops to 50%; 2nd breach — account is breached.

Boom or Bust Approach

Excessive risk-taking exacerbated by news events is not allowed. This relates to relying on one or a few trades tied to major news events for success.

Strategy Switch

Using one strategy to pass an assessment and a different strategy in the funded phase is prohibited.

Restricted Countries

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Payout Limits
Minimum: $100 • Maximum: No limit (Instant Starter: 5% of account size)
Processing: 24 hours (100% profit if delayed)

Non-Instant Programs (1-Step, 2-Step, 3-Step)

14 days payout frequency • $100 minimum withdrawal

2-Step Classic

First payout on demand, subsequent payouts every 14 days • $100 minimum withdrawal

2-Step Pro

14 days payout frequency • $100 minimum • 25% Daily Consistency Rule

Instant Standard

On-demand payout • $100 minimum • 20% consistency rule ($5K–$200K) or 15% ($300K & $400K)
For $200K, $300K, and $400K accounts, the first two payouts are capped at $10,000 each; cap is fully lifted after both are processed.

Instant Starter

On-demand payout • $100 minimum • 15% Daily Consistency Rule • Maximum withdrawal: 5% of account size

Guardian X

14 days payout frequency • $100 minimum • 20% Daily Consistency Rule

24-Hour Payout Guarantee
If Blue Guardian doesn't process your payout within 24 hours, you receive 100% of your profits instead of the standard split.

Available Markets & Leverage

Forex

Instant

1:30

1-Step+

1:100

Indices

Instant

1:10

1-Step+

1:20

Crypto

All Programs

1:2

Other Commodities

Instant

1:10

1-Step+

1:20

Commissions

Forex & Commodities

$5 per lot commission

Indices & Crypto

No commission

Highlights

24-Hour Payout Guarantee

100% profit split if payout delayed beyond 24 hours

Multiple Funding Paths

Instant • 1-Step • 2-Step • 3-Step options

Up to $400K

Maximum account size on Instant Standard

Expert Review & Ratings

Blue Guardian has established itself as a competitive prop firm with over 4 years in operation, offering multiple pathways to funding from instant access to traditional evaluations. Their standout 24-hour payout guarantee provides traders with confidence, though the Guardian Shield auto-close feature requires careful attention. TrustPilot reviews highlight responsive customer support and clear rules, though some traders have reported issues with strict enforcement of copy trading policies.

4.1 / 5

Payout Speed

4.3 / 5

Customer Support

4.2 / 5

Platform & Tools

4.0 / 5

Transparency

3.9 / 5

Summary

Blue Guardian (Iconic Exchange FZCO) is a UAE-based proprietary trading firm founded in June 2021 by CEO Sean Bainton. The firm offers diverse evaluation options including instant funding, 1-step, 2-step, and 3-step challenges with account sizes from $5K to $400K and a maximum allocation of $400,000. TrustPilot reviews praise the responsive customer support team and fast payout processing. The 24-hour payout guarantee sets them apart — if they don't pay within 24 hours, traders receive 100% profit split. However, traders should be aware of the Guardian Shield feature which auto-closes positions at certain loss thresholds, and the strict copy trading policies. Overall, Blue Guardian offers solid value for traders seeking flexibility with competitive profit splits up to 85%.

Deep Dive

More About Blue Guardian

Is Blue Guardian Legit?

Blue Guardian (Iconic Exchange FZCO) is a UAE-based proprietary trading firm founded in June 2021 by CEO Sean Bainton. With a 4.1 TrustPilot rating and over 4 years in operation, the firm has built a solid track record in the prop trading industry. The 24-hour payout guarantee demonstrates confidence in their processing systems, and the firm offers transparent rules across all programs. Positive reviews highlight fast payouts and responsive customer support, while negative reviews mention strict rule enforcement and Guardian Shield auto-close issues.

Blue Guardian vs Other Forex Prop Firms

Blue Guardian vs The5ers: The5ers has operated since 2016 with three program paths and scaling to 100% split. Blue Guardian offers higher default splits from day one and competitive pricing with code GUIDE. Both firms support cTrader with strong community reputations.

Blue Guardian vs FXIFY: FXIFY offers a range of account types with strong payout reliability. Blue Guardian provides competitive splits and multiple evaluation paths. Both firms have established themselves as reliable options in the funded trading space.

Blue Guardian vs Funded Trading Plus: Funded Trading Plus offers multiple evaluation paths with competitive splits and instant funding options. Blue Guardian counters with its own program variety and competitive pricing. Both firms provide strong platforms for funded traders.

Blue Guardian Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blue Guardian's profit split?

Blue Guardian offers profit splits of 50% (Instant Starter), 80% (Instant Standard), and 85% (1-Step, 2-Step, 3-Step challenges). All programs include the 24-hour payout guarantee.

What is the 24-hour payout guarantee?

If Blue Guardian doesn't process your payout within 24 hours of request, you receive 100% of your profits instead of the standard split.

What is Guardian Shield?

Guardian Shield auto-closes positions at 1% open loss (Instant) or 2% open loss (Challenges). First breach reduces profit split to 50%, second breach closes the account.

What platforms does Blue Guardian support?

Blue Guardian supports three trading platforms: Match Trader, MT5, and TradeLocker.

What is the maximum allocation?

Account sizes range from $5K to $400K, with a maximum allocation of $400,000 available on the Instant Standard program.

Is copy trading allowed?

Yes, copy trading is allowed between your own personal accounts only. Copying from other prop firms is strictly prohibited.

Is there a minimum holding time?

Yes, the minimum holding time is 2 minutes. Trades closed under 2 minutes may be flagged for tick scalping.

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