Absolute scam company that look for any excuse not to pay out profitable traders. Also very poor customer service. Please do not sign up with this prop firm. 4th Oct: They have now deleted their Ge... See more
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As usual back to remind you this company is a scam.After my troubles with them there support is becoming non existent day by day ,discord support has been inactive for sometime nw, and ba... See more
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Every 5 star review is a paid and fake review if they are paying everyone why arent people claiming they have been paid out? Why not in social media? They banned eveey profitable trader with accus... See more
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Next Step is a complete scam
Next Step is a complete scam
Please don't go there!!!
Have been waiting for my account to be Migrated and chased and suddenly they say I broke the rules in July as I traded in news events and account is now terminated
I checked my account and I hadn't violated the rules as I had not put a trade on it states you can't put a trade on 10 mins or 10 mins after news starting or finishing and I had not broken that rule
I have emailed them with the proof but I am not holding much hope with this
They paid me out last month with no mention of news violation and clearly they don't want good traders just scamming people with getting their money for challenges
I would of given them 0 stars but couldn't
Please don't waste your money with this company I have learnt the hard way
Just going to trade with my live account now and get through my ftmo account
September 8, 2024
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Reply from Next Step Funded
Thank you for sharing your experience, and we regret any frustration you’ve encountered. We would like to clarify that we have a system specifically designed to detect rule violations, including those related to news events. These rules are clearly outlined to ensure fair operating conditions for all participants.
It's important to note that when the rules are followed, payments are processed correctly, as was the case with your previous payout. If you've already submitted the relevant information, our team will review it accordingly. We take each case seriously and uphold high standards in our processes.
Best regards,
NSF Team
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Worst propfirm I've encountered
They just changed the rules so if you have purchased a 2 step account they change it to a 1 step due to migration to another broker.
The rules are basically for you to not able to trade or pass and I am in contact with about 20 traders that have used next step funded that have been banned for weird things that they claim which isn't true. Everything from using 3rd party apps, saying you put trades on that you didn't to not complying to rules that aren't obviously stated. Avoid at all means and go with something that is transparent and have good reviews. These are just out to grab your money.
September 7, 2024
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Reply from Next Step Funded
Hi Emil
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re sorry to hear that you feel the rules were unclear or unfair during the account migration. We want to assure you that the switch to a 1-step format was a necessary measure to align with the new broker’s policies and enhance the experience for our traders. We take rule violations very seriously, and we have a rigorous system in place to ensure all suspension decisions are based on a thorough and fair analysis.
We appreciate your feedback and remain committed to maintaining a transparent and fair environment for all traders.
NSF Team
They are a scam company
They are a scam company. They create new rules to terminate your account. And then they dont answer anymore. Please i beg for you do not go with them. You will profoundly regret it.
September 6, 2024
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Reply from Next Step Funded
Hi trader,
We’re sorry to hear that you feel this way, but we want to clarify that our company does not engage in fraudulent practices. All of our rules are clearly established and designed to ensure a fair trading environment for everyone. Payments are processed without issue as long as the rules are followed.
Many traders have received their payments by adhering to our policies, and we are committed to providing a transparent and fair service. If you have any concerns or believe there has been a misunderstanding, our support team is here to assist you.
Thank you for sharing your feedback.
NSF Team
I would give this proper firm -10 stars…
I would give this proper firm -10 stars if i could.
They change their rules constantly. First it's consitancy rule, then its max profit per day/trade, then its no news trading and holding over weekends. They don't communicate this either, so unless you are glued to their crappy discord channel you won't know what the hell is going on.
They are doing this migration now. Of course they don't send emails telling you this. So my account closed all the trades one day without notice. Checked discord, low and behold they are moving (prob cause eightcap knows how crappy they are)
This prop firm cares nothing except pyramiding their pockets. They release challenges, then revoke the rules for the challenges or change them on a wim.
Oh and their new broker only takes mt5, so if you were using mt4 before you are out of luck.
Do yourself a favour. Look at all these one star reviews, and just save you're money. You might get one payout, but sooner or later you will breach one of their stupid rules or one they just make up on the spot and you will lose your account.
Again, if you are reading this, just stop, turn around and save your time and money.
Next step sucks and are run by pyramid scheming douche bros!
September 6, 2024
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Reply from Next Step Funded
Hi trader,
We are truly sorry to hear about your negative experience, and we understand the frustration that can come with changes or misunderstandings. We’d like to clarify that our main goal is to create a fair and balanced trading environment for all our traders. The rules we implement, such as those related to consistency, news events, and weekend holds, are designed to protect traders and ensure that conditions are transparent and fair for everyone.
We understand that the rules may feel strict, but they are crucial to maintaining a sustainable experience and protecting both traders and the firm. That being said, we are constantly working on improving communication to ensure everyone is aware of important updates, and we appreciate your feedback in helping us refine our processes.
Regarding the recent migration, we did send an email to all traders in advance to notify them about this change. We’re sorry if, for any reason, you didn’t receive that communication, and we are reviewing our channels to prevent any confusion in the future.
It’s also worth mentioning that for those seeking more freedom in their trading, we offer accounts with fewer restrictions, giving you more flexibility in your strategies. If the rules are followed, payouts are made smoothly, and many traders have already experienced this.
We are here to listen and help improve your experience. If you have further questions or suggestions, please feel free to reach out to us.
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts.
NSF Team
If I could give zereo stars I will give…
If I could give zereo stars I will give -5 this is absolutely joke they will find a reason to cancel the payment or your trades to pay as little as they can if they do the payment rules are almost impossible to realise and after that change the broker you can be absolutely sure they will not pay you a cent of your money just read opinion about the broker they move to and you will know what I mean when I told them about it there’s no answer at all so people if you are thinking of getting an account here avoid at all cost this company
September 6, 2024
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Reply from Next Step Funded
Hi Kris,
We’re very sorry that you’ve had this experience and that you feel distrust towards our platform. We understand how important it is for you to receive your payments in a fair and timely manner. We want to assure you that as long as the established rules are followed, payments are processed without issue.
The rules you mentioned are in place to ensure transparency and fairness for all our traders. We know they can be strict, but they are there to protect the integrity of the trading environment.
We appreciate your feedback, as it helps us improve our services and provide a better experience for our community.
Thank you for sharing your perspective.
Best regards,
NSF Team
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Giving one star because I have too
Giving one star because I have too. If they offered zero stars then I would give them that.
The company are unbelievable. I have been a funded trader for a few months now with them. I paid for a 2 step challenge and passed. Now they have changed my account to a 1step HFT without even asking. Complete different rule set which goes against my trading strategy.
You don't walk into a coffee shop and order a hot black coffee and receive a cold can of coke and get told that's what you are having. It's completely absurd.
I have now been removed from there community chat for asking questions.
AVOID THIS USELESS COMPANY. ITS A JOKE!
September 5, 2024
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Reply from Next Step Funded
Hi Thomas,
We are truly sorry that you had to go through such a frustrating experience. We understand how important it is for you to have a stable and reliable trading environment, and that unexpected changes can cause concern. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
Your feedback is important to us, and we take it very seriously. We are committed to reviewing what happened to ensure we continue to improve and provide the best possible service.
Thank you again for sharing your perspective.
Best regards,
NSF Team
They scam traders who are profitable
I have a funded account for several months, they denied me three payouts, with ridiculous rules, with profit made consistently using a risk no greater than 0.3% risk per trade, they invented a rule of 25% of the daily profit, not splitting me a last payout for a profit I made of 7k in a funded account of 200k, really this is not a funding company, but a trap and a deception, if you are a profitable trader, never buy a test this company because they will not pay you.
August 30, 2024
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Reply from Next Step Funded
Dear Ruben,
Thank you for your feedback. We would like to clarify that all of our rules are clearly outlined on our website, and they are designed to maintain a fair environment for all traders. We strongly encourage all users to thoroughly read and understand these rules prior to trading. Our support team is always available to clarify any doubts or questions. As long as the rules are followed, you will receive your payout accordingly.
Best regards,
The NextStepFunded Team
NextStep is a scam
NextStep is a scam. They use the excuse that you didn’t follow their platform rules to deny your payment, no matter how meticulously you adhere to their guidelines. I followed every rule to the letter and never received my payment. Their excuse is always that you’ve violated some vague rule. Be cautious of all the glowing reviews—they're likely paid for. Do not trust this company.
September 4, 2024
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Reply from Next Step Funded
Dear Street,
Thank you for your comment. Upon reviewing our records, we do not recognize you as one of our customers. We would like to emphasize that all traders who adhere to our clearly outlined rules are paid promptly and in a timely manner. We take all feedback seriously and strive to maintain transparency and fairness in our processes.
Best regards,
The NextStepFunded Team
Scam by next step funded to deny me my withdrawal
SCAM SCAM SCAM
I purchased a 15,000.00 usd account which I traded successfully for 26 days. I suddenly work up to see my account terminated saying that I traded the account during news. I passed the account challenge during news and the funded account was given to me. I made profit on the 15,000.00 usd account to over 15,600.00 usd. This rule was not there from onset as I have traded the account before then.
I have been defrauded by this company as they suddenly added this rule so as to deny me my success in the trade.
What's my offense?
August 9, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Next Step Funded
Dear Izu,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. The account you purchased was a Limited account, and while trading news is allowed during the challenge phase, it is clearly stated on our website that news trading is not permitted during the funded stage. We encourage all traders to thoroughly read and understand the rules to prevent any misunderstandings. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a comment.
Best regards,
The NextStepFunded Team
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Hello
Hello, nextstepfunded, I have three old accounts, you have a value of 100 thousand, but no, I have not received the information of the new mt5 platform that you have migrated new, please solve the solution, otherwise this is a clear fraud
September 3, 2024
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Reply from Next Step Funded
Hello,
Thank you for reaching out. We understand the importance of having access to your account and the new MT5 platform. We want to confirm that your account has been successfully migrated to the new MT5 platform, and you should now have access to it.
If you haven’t received the necessary information or are encountering any issues, please double-check your email for the migration details. If you still face difficulties, contact our support team with your account information, and we will ensure that any issues are resolved promptly.
We take accusations of fraud very seriously, and our goal is to provide a seamless experience for all our users. We appreciate your patience and are here to assist you in any way needed.
Best regards,
Next Step Funded Team
Super scam
Super scam, the owner is a satanic fraud, he stole my money with his A book scam, stay away from this jalel fraud
August 30, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Next Step Funded
Hello,
We take all feedback seriously and want to address your concerns directly. It’s important to clarify that we operate with full transparency and follow strict industry regulations to ensure a fair trading environment for all users. Claims like these are deeply concerning, and we encourage you to reach out to us directly to discuss any specific issues you may have experienced with your account.
We understand that trading can sometimes be frustrating, but it’s crucial to approach such matters with accurate information. We are committed to resolving any legitimate issues and maintaining a fair and transparent platform for all our traders.
Best regards,
Next Step Funded Team
Tried to withdraw the payout gave a…
Tried to withdraw the payout gave a stupid reason that no of day trading has not been achieved then tried to email them for answer no one did reply after 2 weeks just blocked my account
Scammers
August 31, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Next Step Funded
1. you must follow trade rules including minimum days.
2. clearly ignore all email updates of account migration
i suggest you read emails and follow rules it is your responsibility.
31 days after withdrawal without responsee
Today makes me 31 days since I placed order for withdrawal, but no approval. I have written and got tired of writing. Now the question is, did I breach any rule?
July 31, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Next Step Funded
Hello,
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We understand your concern regarding the delay in your withdrawal request. We strive to ensure that all withdrawals are processed within the expected time frame, and we apologize for any inconvenience this has caused.
To clarify, if there had been any breach of our rules or policies on your account, you would have been notified. As of now, there is no indication that any rules have been violated in your case. However, we will be conducting a thorough review of your withdrawal request to ensure everything is in order and to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
We appreciate your patience and assure you that this matter is being taken seriously. We will update you on the status as soon as possible.
Best regards,
Next Step Funded Team
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False allegation of breach without providing any proof, first time allegation of copytrading and platform linked to my account, then few months later as I was profitable, they terminated my account saying third party management and the I managed several other accounts. Support replies without providing any proof and saying the contrary. Owner/CEO doesn't reply. They have only the goal to cash in your evaluation step and then you will never get back your initial investment. Scam, don't trust the positive feedback, they are not truth or they are single positive cases, I was here from 2 years I made maximum 3 payout...
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Reply: I'm still waiting for the proof of third party management. You have never provide it. Because it's not true. How can I manage more than 200 accounts? Give me the proof, or you're scammers. And you're scammers.
PS. did you notice that all the recent positive feedback have been provided to new account with only 1 review? they're creating several account to make grow the reputation. Typical of scammers...
August 2, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Next Step Funded
Hello,
Thank you for your feedback. We want to clarify that during your participation, you did receive payouts, which demonstrates that we fulfilled our obligations regarding the profits earned. However, our platform has clear rules that must be followed, and the detection of prohibited activities, such as third-party account management, is something we take very seriously to ensure fairness for all users.
Additionally, all evidence related to the detected violations was sent to your email address. We regret that you feel dissatisfied with your experience, but we always act in accordance with our policies and strive to maintain a fair and transparent environment.
Thank you for your understanding.
NSF Team
Poor Trading Conditions and Zero Support
My experience with this prop firm has been frustrating. The spreads are excessively large, making it nearly impossible to trade effectively. On top of that, their support is nonexistent. I’ve reached out multiple times via email and Instagram over the past two months and have received no response at all. This lack of communication is unprofessional and disappointing. I cannot recommend this prop firm to anyone.
as a replay for the company i checked my email and i got nothing and i connect instgram and discord and they ignore me
August 23, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Next Step Funded
Dear Fares,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We take all feedback seriously and aim to address concerns promptly.
We want to assure you that our support team responds to all queries in a timely manner. If you have not received a response, please check your spam or junk folders, as emails may sometimes be redirected there. Additionally, you may reach out to us again through our official support channels for any unresolved issues.
Regarding spreads, please note that we do not control or set the spreads; these are determined by the liquidity providers and market conditions.
We appreciate your feedback and are committed to improving our services based on customer experiences.
Best regards,
Next Step Funded
Nexstepfunded prop firm is a 100% Scam…
This Nexstepfunded prop firm is a 100% scam, they terminated me after they accused me of copytrading just for not paying me my 6k split, I proved them wrong and showed all the trades that were took by me on the terminal, I sent to them and they do not care because they do not want to pay. Complete MLM scammers, they pay who they want to pay and if the payment is like mine 6k or plus, forget about it, they will terminate you regardless and make up lies to affect you. I know other people that happened the same thing
November 1, 2023
Unprompted review
Reply from Next Step Funded
Dear Nilton,
Thank you for your feedback. We take allegations of unfair practices seriously and aim to ensure a fair trading environment for all our customers.
Please be assured that all evidence and communications regarding your account have been sent to your email for your review. We do not terminate accounts arbitrarily; such actions are taken only to maintain fairness and integrity within our trading environment.
If you have any further concerns or require additional clarification, please reach out to our support team. We are committed to addressing any issues and ensuring that our rules are clearly understood and fairly applied.
Best regards,
Next Step Funded
This is the best prop firm SCam ever
This is the best prop firm SCam ever. I passed the challenge without any problems two weeks ago, and since then I've been writing emails and can't get the real account details. I'm getting exactly the same responses as from a robot. I couldn't even start trading and I've already been scammed.
I lost money and it seems I'm not the only one I wouldn't recommend it
August 23, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Next Step Funded
It has come to our attention that you may not have been closely monitoring recent communications. We want to emphasize a critical point:
Over the past 10 days, our company has been undergoing a significant migration process. As a result, NO funded accounts were issued during this period.
We strongly recommend that you review all emails sent within the last two weeks to ensure you're up to date on all changes and procedures related to this migration.
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Scammers, STOPPED FOR NO REASON
Scammers.
I got stopped out for week end holding and i did not hold a single trade in week end.
Do not buy prop from this site, soon will be closed, that is why they appeal to fake ruale breach to stop you.
AVOID THIS SCAME SITE.
August 23, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Next Step Funded
Dear Matteo,
Thank you for your feedback. We want to clarify that we have clear rules regarding trading during weekends, which are outlined on our website. It is essential for all traders to read and adhere to these guidelines.
If you believe there has been an error or if you need further clarification, please reach out to our support team for assistance. We are committed to maintaining a fair trading environment and resolving any issues promptly.
Best regards,
Next Step Funded
They didnt pay me even if i respect all…
They didnt pay me even if i respect all the rules, they inveted i use EA for my operation without givin prove!!! Sont buy is a scam
August 22, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Next Step Funded
Dear Andrea,
Thank you for your feedback. We want to clarify that all evidence regarding the use of EA in your account was sent to your email. We strictly adhere to our guidelines, and if you follow them, you will be paid accordingly. Should you have any further questions, feel free to reach out to our support team.
Best regards,
Next Step Funded
Next Step Funded - Scam Artists - Stay Away!!!
After my first payout was refused due to a violation of a 25% daily rule which I violated, I understood. I then received two payouts from Next Step Funded, which I then felt they were an honest company. today I received the following from Next step trader:
Dear Trader,
We regret to inform you that you have violated one of our trading terms, which has resulted in the loss of your challenge. We understand that trading is a complex and ever-changing market, and setbacks are common. Please don't feel discouraged. We encourage you to continue learning and growing as a trader.
Account number: 2145730618
Violation: Account Management
We encourage you to work on your strategy with a demo account and once you feel comfortable please come back and try us out again!
Best Regards,
Next Step Funded
Which is rubbish, as I followed their rules exactly!!!
They are scam artists and should not be trusted, I only gave them one star, because you cannot give any less!
August 22, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Next Step Funded
Dear Neill,
Thank you for your feedback. We want to clarify that, in order to maintain a fair and transparent trading environment for all of our users, we do not allow any third-party trading on client accounts. This is a key part of our account management rules. All evidence and details regarding this violation have been sent to your email for your review.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team at support@nextstepfunded.com.
Best regards,
Next Step Funded
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