Key takeaways
- A rebate shares part of commercial broker-introduction revenue under a program's own terms.
- Per-lot, spread-share and tiered models can use different rates and eligibility rules.
- TradeStats' manual approval, wallet threshold and crypto payout rules are program-specific.
A forex rebate is a commercial revenue-share arrangement: an introducing broker or affiliate may receive revenue connected to eligible client trading and return an agreed portion to the client. Programs can use a per-lot amount, a share of spread or commission, or tiered volume rules, each with different eligibility and conflict-of-interest tradeoffs.
| Common model | Calculation basis | Question to check |
|---|---|---|
| Per lot | Eligible standard-lot volume | Which symbols and account types count? |
| Revenue share | Part of spread or commission revenue | How is the share verified and reported? |
| Tiered | Rate changes at volume bands | When does a new tier become effective? |
TradeStats’ current program is one specific implementation, not an industry-wide rule. It uses manual approval, an account-specific USD-per-lot rate, synchronized closed trades, a combined USD wallet and manual crypto payouts under its published program rules.
How the TradeStats rebate process works
- Connect an eligible follower account with read-only access and submit an application.
- An administrator reviews the broker/account eligibility, linked copy master and effective date.
- The administrator sets the account's rate; rates vary and changes apply prospectively.
- Eligible closed volume is reconciled into the client's combined wallet.
- At $100 available balance, the client can request a supported cryptocurrency payout.
What is and is not eligible
Under this program, an active approved follower account accrues on eligible closed trades from its effective date. Open positions do not accrue. A paused enrollment, an unsynchronized account, or a missing or changed copy-master link blocks new accrual until review. Another rebate provider can use different rules.
Broker availability is not universal. The account-opening path or commercial relationship can affect whether revenue exists to share, and jurisdiction or broker terms can restrict eligibility.
Rates and payments are not universal
TradeStats rates vary by approved account. Wallet balances remain in USD; withdrawals are manually reviewed and paid only through supported crypto assets and networks, with the network fee deducted. Tax, reporting and legal obligations depend on the client's circumstances.
Method and limitation note: a rebate reduces some eligible trading cost after the fact; it does not improve execution, make a strategy profitable, or offset every spread, commission, swap, fee or loss. Reconciliation also depends on complete synchronized closed-trade history.
Compare a hypothetical rate and volume in the forex rebate calculator, read the current program rules, or create an account and apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is a forex rebate?
It is a program-defined return of part of the commercial revenue associated with eligible trading activity. The basis may be lots, spread share, commission share or a tier, and terms vary.
Do all brokers and trades qualify?
No. Eligibility can depend on broker entity, account opening path, account type, instrument, region and program terms. A rebate should not be assumed until the specific account is approved.
What are the current TradeStats payout rules?
TradeStats currently uses manual account approval and account-specific rates. Its combined wallet unlocks a request at $100; payouts are manually reviewed, crypto-only, and network fees are deducted.