⚠️ Risk Disclaimer & Disclosure

1. General Disclaimer

Stealthy Trader is a software platform that automates trading strategy execution. We do not:

• Provide investment advice or financial recommendations
• Manage customer funds (all capital remains with your broker)
• Guarantee any level of returns or profits
• Promise to minimize losses or drawdowns
• Offer performance-based or outcome guarantees

Nothing on our website or Platform should be construed as investment, financial, or trading advice. Consult a licensed financial advisor before trading with real capital.

2. Trading Risks

Leverage Risk

Most forex and CFD brokers offer leverage (e.g., 1:100, 1:500). Leverage magnifies both gains AND losses. A 1% move against your position can wipe out your entire margin if you're using maximum leverage. Never use leverage you cannot afford to lose.

Slippage & Execution Risk

Market prices move rapidly. Your broker may execute trades at a price different from what you expected. This "slippage" can significantly impact performance, especially during high-volatility events or low-liquidity markets.

Broker Counterparty Risk

Your broker holds your funds. If the broker becomes insolvent or goes out of business, your capital is at risk. Choose well-regulated brokers. No trading platform can protect you from broker failure.

Strategy Performance Risk

All backtested results are historical. Live market conditions differ. A strategy that was profitable over the past 5 years may underperform or fail going forward. No amount of historical data guarantees future performance.

Gap Risk

Markets can gap — jump from one price to another without trading in between (during economic announcements, overnight, or weekends). Your stop-loss may not execute at the expected price.

Platform & Technology Risk

The Platform relies on internet connectivity, broker APIs, and third-party systems. If the Platform or your broker's systems are down, you cannot execute trades. You cannot easily close positions during outages.

Market Risk

Unexpected geopolitical events, economic shocks, or natural disasters can cause sharp market movements that violate all expectations and historical patterns.

3. Backtesting Limitations

Stealthy Trader displays backtested performance for each strategy. Backtest results:

• Are simulated, not actual trades
• Use historical data and may not reflect live market conditions
• Assume perfect execution at historical prices (which doesn't happen live)
• Do not account for broker slippage, commissions, or spreads exactly as they occur live
• Can be affected by look-ahead bias or curve-fitting
• Do not guarantee future performance

Live results often differ significantly from backtested results. Worst-case losses in live trading can exceed historical drawdowns.

4. Performance Assumptions

Backtested returns shown on the Platform assume:

• Trades execute at the precise price shown in historical data
• No slippage or partial fills
• Commissions and spreads are factored in (check the strategy details for exact assumptions)
• The strategy is not modified during the backtest period
• Market conditions remain similar to the tested period

None of these assumptions are guaranteed in live trading.

5. No Guarantee of Results

We make NO guarantee that:

• Any strategy will be profitable
• You will achieve backtested returns
• Your account will not experience significant drawdowns (losses)
• You will not experience total loss of capital
• Any strategy will work in future market conditions

6. Regulatory Disclosures

Stealthy Trader does not hold client funds. We do not:

• Accept deposits or withdrawals
• Manage accounts on your behalf
• Have discretionary trading authority
• Provide investment management services

We are a software platform only. Trading decisions and capital management are entirely your responsibility.

Broker Selection

Your broker is responsible for regulation and fund segregation. Stealthy Trader does not regulate your broker. Choose a broker that is:

• Regulated by a recognized authority (FCA, CYSEC, ASIC, etc.)
• Compliant with your country's regulations
• Financially stable and well-capitalized

7. Prohibited Use Cases

This Platform is NOT suitable for:

• Investors who cannot afford to lose their capital
• People who rely on trading for essential income
• Those unfamiliar with trading and leverage risks
• Individuals under 18 years old
• Use in jurisdictions where forex/CFD trading is prohibited

8. Risk Management Best Practices

To reduce risk (though you cannot eliminate it):

• Start small: Begin with a small account and test strategies with paper trading first
• Use stop-losses: Always set stop-loss orders to limit individual trade losses
• Position size: Risk no more than 1-2% of your account on any single trade
• Diversify: Use multiple strategies across different markets if possible
• Monitor: Don't set it and forget it; review performance regularly
• Understand leverage: Use only the leverage you can afford to lose
• Educate yourself: Understand how each strategy works before deploying real capital
• Keep records: Log all trades and performance for review and tax purposes

9. Affiliate Disclosures

Stealthy Trader may include links to brokers or third-party services. If you sign up through our links, we may receive a referral commission. This does not affect your cost; it helps us develop the Platform. We recommend brokers we believe are reputable, but your choice of broker is yours alone.

10. Data & Performance Verification

Stealthy Trader displays backtested results to illustrate how strategies performed historically. These results are not independently audited unless specifically stated. For independently verified live performance, see if a strategy's results are posted on third-party platforms like MyFXBook or FX Blue.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Stealthy Trader and its owners, employees, and agents are NOT liable for:

• Any trading losses, drawdowns, or total loss of capital
• Platform unavailability, downtime, or technical failures
• Failure of strategies to perform as backtested
• Broker-side failures or API disconnections
• Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Loss of profit, revenue, or savings

You use the Platform entirely at your own risk.

12. Acknowledgment of Risk

By using Stealthy Trader, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You understand the risks of leverage and trading
• You can afford to lose all capital deployed on the Platform
• You are not relying on trading income for essential expenses
• You have read this entire Risk Disclaimer
• You have consulted a licensed financial advisor if appropriate for your situation

13. Regulatory Compliance

Regulations vary by jurisdiction. Before using this Platform, ensure that:

• Forex, CFD, or crypto trading is legal in your country
• You are compliant with local tax and reporting requirements
• You are not restricted by your employment or financial status

Stealthy Trader cannot provide legal or tax advice. Consult a local attorney and tax professional.

14. Questions?

If you have questions about these risks or are unsure whether trading is right for you, please contact us at support@stealthytrader.com or speak with a licensed financial advisor before proceeding.