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Does ATS Offer Prop Trading Systems?

August 16, 2025 by Tom Leeson

Does ATS Offer Prop Trading Systems, which settings are best for trading prop, which package to buy?

Short answer: Yes. ATS delivers proprietary, proven hybrid automated trading systems that are purpose-built for prop trading—created by real-deal traders for real-deal traders.

Why ATS is suitable for Prop Trading.

  • Minimal drawdown: Protect funded accounts with risk-aware tools.
  • Maximum profit potential: Systems engineered to capture high-quality setups.
  • Reduced emotion: Rule-based automation enforces discipline and consistency.
  • Proprietary technology: ATS is built on unique, field-tested systems not available anywhere else.
  • Trader community: Meet and learn from successful, proven performers in the VIP Group with AI Co-Pilot support.

The hybrid approach lets you combine manual discretion with automation for entries and management—ideal for navigating prop firm rules while maintaining control and accuracy.

Recommended Path & Settings for Prop Trading.

The best way to dial in settings is to join the Zero to Hero group and progress in live markets through three stages:

  1. Manual: Learn signal recognition and clean execution.
  2. Semi-Automated: Use assisted entries to boost consistency.
  3. Automated: Apply trade management and scaling rules systematically.

Once you grasp the workflow—signal → entry → management—you can tweak the turnkey baseline settings to fit your personal trade plan and prop firm constraints.

VIP Traders receive direct settings assistance and benefit from connecting with proven traders who are already performing successfully.

Best ATS Package for Prop Trading.

  • Trading E-Mini Micro Futures → ATS Premium Universal.
    Includes everything needed to trade micro contracts in a prop environment.
  • Trading E-Mini Futures → ATS Ultimate Universal.
    Full suite of proprietary tools, licensed for use on up to 2 PCs.
  • Get a 14-day full-feature trial to explore ATS. After completing Zero to Hero in Week 1, use Week 2 to focus on your trade plan and VIP workspaces. Attend the Trade Zone when available and work toward your goals in sim/demo or, where eligible and permitted, an evaluation, funded sim or live account.

Payment options: Monthly, annual, or one-time lifetime license. See AFT Pricing for details

Key Notes for Prop Traders

  • Proven proprietary systems: ATS is designed and battle-tested by real traders, for real traders.
  • Hybrid is king: Combine human oversight with automation for the best balance of control and accuracy.
  • Baseline → Personalization: Start with turnkey baselines, then adapt to your risk model and prop rules.
  • Trader community advantage: VIP members gain insights and support directly from consistently performing traders.

Get Started

Ready to trade with discipline and consistency? Join the Zero to Hero group, connect with the VIP Trading Group of successful, proven performers, and choose the ATS package that matches your instrument size.

In short: ATS is a proprietary, proven system built by real traders for real traders. With hybrid automation, VIP mentorship, and tailored packages, it’s an excellent choice for prop trading success.

Filed Under: AFT8, ninjatrader automated trading, prop firm trading Tagged With: AFT8, automated futures trading, best automated futures trading software, Hybrid Automated Trading Systems

AFT8 version 2025.2.4.1 update released prior AFT8 versions expire in 7 days

February 3, 2025 by AFT

AFT8 version 2025.2.4.1 installer

AFT8 Version 2025.2.4.1 Update Released

Please note:

  • This is an emergency release to resolve some threading issues with the AWT API link. The loading of historical data affected some machines, but not all.
  • The AWT 150 indicator is disabled in this version.
  • License rules now enforced

Prior Version 2024.6

  • If you are still on the old version 2024.6, this version adds new functions and features and is slicker and smoother.
  • The prior version will expire on Sunday, 9th, and will auto shutdown NT8 on startup to install the new version.

More details will be released and available in the Discord group.

1) Upgrade from Your Existing Downloads

  1. Close down NinjaTrader.
  2. Go to your downloads folder: “Downloads\AlgoTradingSystems”.
  3. Locate and run the setup installer: AlgoFuturesTrader8-Installer-Setup.
  4. This will get the latest version from the cloud and install it correctly, as long as your NinjaTrader path has not changed.
  5. Start NT8 and open the workspace as usual.

2) ATS Account Downloads

  • Log in to your account and view downloads here: https://account.algotradingsystems.net/Secure/Downloads
  • Download and run the primary installer: AlgoFuturesTrader8-Installer-Setup.

3) AFT8 Update Pop-Up

  • Wait for a pop-up and click install.

Any Issues? Please Contact Us at the Help Desk!

  • https://algotradingsystems.net/Help

Subscription Upgrades!

  • Buy Now, Pay Later: ATS works with Affirm and Klarna, offering interest-free installment payment plans—available on annual and one-time lifetime licenses.
  • Limited Slots Available: Subscribers affected are invited to upgrade and get a discounted slot to become a VIP Full Member.

Trader Success Team!
To get more information on pricing and payment methods, simply book a FREE pricing discovery meeting with Trader Success VIP with no obligation to purchase!
👉 TO Book Your Spot CLICK HERE!

Filed Under: Algo Futures Trader, NinjaTrader 8 Tagged With: AFT8, AFT8 update

ATS and AFT8 videos – Zero to hero

April 8, 2024 by AFT

ATS is pleased to announce the ongoing creation and release of videos for onboarding and getting started with AFT8 and the Zero to Hero phases, featuring turnkey workspaces:

AFT8 Video Guides

  • AFT8 Video Guides
  • YouTube Video Guides
  • YouTube Trading Videos
  • AFT Website Video Page
  • Help Desk Video Page

Now that we have passed phase 2 of building AFT8, we can start to release educational and general trading videos. The aim is to produce at least one video per week for a market round-up using AFT and ATS tools, as well as instructional videos on the features in a video guide format.

Zero to Hero

These videos are listed in the Discord trading group in the “Zero to Hero Videos” section and will be updated regularly. Traders can request topics to be covered.

  1. Get Started Onboarding
  2. Get Installed with ATS Desktop Apps
  3. NT8 Multi-Provider Mode
  4. Stage 1 – Turnkey Workspace – Intro
  5. Stage 1 – Turnkey Workspace – Quick Trade Demo
  6. Stage 2 – Turnkey Workspace – Intro
  7. Stage 2 – Turnkey Workspace – Quick Trade Demo
  8. More to come!

🚀 Get Started Trading the Easy Way

Get started 100% FREE with NinjaTrader Desktop, an ATS Universal Account and access to eligible ATS Freemium applications and trader resources without a time limit. Follow the self-assisted ATS Launchpad to create and configure your account, access AFT Freemium and request an available full-feature trial. No payment card is required to get started. If you prefer personal assistance, explore optional independently supplied setup and onboarding services through the ATS Ecosystem.

1) 📊 Download and Set Up NinjaTrader Desktop

Download NinjaTrader Desktop for futures charting and simulated trading. Real-time market data requires an appropriate connection and may involve separate fees. Use NinjaTrader with AFT for manual discretionary, Hybrid Algo or fully automated trading across supported demo, simulation, prop-firm evaluation, funded and live-trading accounts, subject to your AFT plan and account-provider rules.
📊 Download NinjaTrader

2) 🚀 Get Started 100% FREE

Create your free ATS Universal Account and follow the self-assisted Trader Launchpad to unlock eligible ATS Freemium access, Market IQ, trading-group resources, trader benefits and available full-feature trials.
  • Freemium Access Without a Time Limit: Use eligible ATS Freemium applications within their included feature limits.
  • AFT Freemium: Higher-timeframe charting indicator usage free forever for swing/intermediate position trading
  • Self-Assisted Launchpad: Follow the guided steps to set up your account, applications and available services.
  • White Glove Services:  Setup, onboarding and trader-mastery services through the ATS Ecosystem.
  • Full-Feature Trial: Eligible traders can request an available trial directly from their ATS Account Trader Launchpad.
  • No Payment Card Required: Create your account and begin with Freemium access at no cost.
🚀 Get Started 100% FREE

Filed Under: AFT8, Algo Futures Trader, NinjaTrader 8 Tagged With: AFT8, videos

ATS changed of model to self-assisted trader

September 29, 2023 by AFT

Current options: Eligible new traders can request a full-feature ATS Ultimate trial through the Trader Launch Pad. ATS Ecosystem white glove onboarding and coaching services are also available. The self-assisted model and older trial terms below are retained as a historical record. See the current Get Started pathway.

  • To clarify, ATS is in the middle of a transition to simplify and improve the experience for all:
  • Removing:
    • Zoom 1-to-1 and KYC requirements
    • Website materials and links
    • Assisted installation and “Get Started”
    • Unnecessary hoops and complications

New Model: Self-Assisted + Interactive Discord Education

  • Self-Assisted Installation and Getting Started
  • Enforce Intermediate to Advanced Traders only
  • Enforce licensing for evaluation and NT account trading
  • Easy Sign-Up: Access at your pace and learn the basics
  • Zero to Hero Self-Assisted Course with a 7-day free trial
    • Within the ATS Free Discord group with interactive education
    • Support directly with the system inventor and developer
    • Traders can go on sim,eval, PA or live 100% free with full features

Get Started Trading in 5 Stages

Zero to Hero Trading Stages

  1. Stage 1 – Manual Trade Entry & Automated Trade Management
    • 7-day Ultimate FREE Trial Start
    • Day 1
    • 👉 Download Turnkey Workspace 1
    • Turnkey Workspace 1 – Manual trade entry from signals with automated exit management
    • Learn core signal concepts and trade management for index futures
    • 🎥 View Workspace 1 Intro
  2. Stage 2 – Hybrid Automated Trade Entry & Automated Trade Management
    • Day 2
    • 👉 Download Turnkey Workspace 2
    • Turnkey Workspace 2 – Hybrid algo entry with automated trade and exit management
    • Learn core automation concepts and trade management for index futures
    • 🎥 View Workspace 2 Intro
  3. Stage 3 – Hybrid Trading & Multi-Timeframe (MTF)
    • Day 3
    • 👉 Download Turnkey Workspace 3
    • Turnkey Workspace 3 – Hybrid algo trading with a multi-timeframe trend ladder
    • Learn core bias and trade filter concepts using algo entry and trade management for index futures
  4. Stage 4 – Hybrid Algo Trading, MTF & AWT Desktop Confirmation
    • Day 4
    • 👉 Download Turnkey Workspace 4
    • Turnkey Workspace 4 – Hybrid algo trading with AWT Web and Desktop confirmation filters
    • Learn core MTF and AWT bias filter concepts using algo entry and trade management for index futures
  5. Stage 5 – Focus on 1 Instrument for Evaluation, Prop, or Live Trading
    • Day 5
    • 👉 Download Turnkey VIP Workspaces
    • Stage 5 provides live market trading focus on a chosen instrument
    • Turnkey VIP Workspace – Trade with the full range of advanced trading features for maximum results
    • Learn NinjaBuddy Trader, MTF chart context, AWT bias, AFT trade controllers, signals, and hybrid trading workflow
    • MNQ correlated with ES is the most popular combination, but it carries higher trailing drawdown risk
    • M2K correlated with EMD and ES offers a lower-risk starting point with better drawdown insulation
Tip: Slow Down to Go Quicker

Traders can progress at their own pace, spending one day or more on each stage. Stage 1 introduces core signal concepts and trade-management controllers that provide a major edge—helping traders learn when to trade, when not to trade, how to use partial exits, and more. Winning traders build skill over time and choose the level of automation that best fits their trade plan. VIP traders often average 66%–80% automation for prop-firm trading.

 

Filed Under: AFT8, Algo Futures Trader Tagged With: AFT8, self assisted trading

Get funded accelerator save 80%

September 23, 2023 by AFT

Current trial terms: Eligible new traders can request a 14-day ATS Ultimate full-feature trial through the Trader Launch Pad. Week 1 follows the Zero to Hero stages; Week 2 focuses on the trade plan, VIP workspaces and Trade Zone. Account use in sim/demo, evaluation, funded simulation or live trading depends on the licence and account-provider rules. The older trial terms below are retained as a historical record. See the current Get Started pathway.

For all new traders taking or completing the 7-day ultimate free trial and zero-to-hero training, save 80% off your first month. Live trading in the same month passing is supported, after which the total cost applies.

AFT Get Funded Free Evaluation Trading

  • Visit Get Funded Prop Firm Trading to view supported Prop Firms.
  • Note: Not all prop firms allow AFT trading.
  • Not all prop firms participate to allow free evaluation trading.
  • Free Evaluation prop firm trading has limited features excluding:
    • AFT Algo Trading Controller or Hybrid Algo Features
    • AWT Real-time data and AWT Web

AFT Get Funded Accelerator Evaluation Trading

  • Full ATS Universal Combo license
  • AFT full features for evaluation and live trading support!
  • AWT real-time data Desktop and AWT Web
  • ATS VIP Trading Group Access to sharpen your trading edge
  • 80% off the full license for the first month, reviewable monthly

If you have any inquiries or wish to purchase the “80% off Get Funded Accelerator” license, please schedule a free meeting with ATS Customer Success. This offer is available to approved zero-to-hero stage 5 traders to assist their trading goals to get funded live!

Click here: 🚀 Get Funded Accelerator Meeting!

Filed Under: Algo Futures Trader Tagged With: AFT8, get funded, Get Funded Day Trading

features-and-pricing-policy-enforcing-for-2023

September 23, 2023 by AFT

Current trial terms: Eligible new traders can request a 14-day ATS Ultimate full-feature trial through the Trader Launch Pad. Week 1 follows the Zero to Hero stages; Week 2 focuses on the trade plan, VIP workspaces and Trade Zone. Account use in sim/demo, evaluation, funded simulation or live trading depends on the licence and account-provider rules. The older trial terms below are retained as a historical record. See the current Get Started pathway.

In the past, we introduced a soft launch and licensing policy to ensure uninterrupted access to unlimited free trading and evaluation for all traders. The initial early bird phase has now concluded, and we are currently progressing through the final stages of the project rollout, enforcing the following policy for current features:

  • Live Trading Account or Prop Firm Live Money Account – License Required
    • Essentials Manual Entry – Automated Trade Management
    • Premium Hybrid Entry – Micro Futures
    • Ultimate Hybrid Entry – All Futures
  • 100% Free for Global Sim Mode:
    • Freemium – Access to All Futures and Features
    • Enjoy Unlimited Free Access to Sim Trading, Replay, and Backtest, Including Pending Strategies.
  • 100% Free for NinjaTrader Demo Account Mode
    • Available for Non-Prop Firm Demo Accounts.
  • 100% Free for Prop Firm Evaluation Demo Account:
    • AFT Limited Feature Access is Provided for Affiliated Prop Firms.
    • AFT Full Feature Access Requires a License. See Below.
  • 7-day Free Ultimate Trial – AFT + AWT Real-Time Full Features
    • Offered to All New Traders Participating in Our Comprehensive Training Program, from “Zero to Hero,” Spanning Stage 1 to Stage 4, with Guidance in Stage 5 Meeting Trading Goals and the Following Options:
      • Stay on the Sim for More Time Global Sim Mode On – 100% Free (No AWT Real-Time)
      • Extended Trial Access Quid Pro Quo – Review and Extend
      • Demo Account Evaluation Trading
        • Get Funded Free – Partial Features – (No Algo Controller, No AWT Real-Time)
        • Get Funded Accelerator – All Features – (Algo Controller + AWT Real-Time + VIP)
      • Live Trading or Live Prop Firm – Live License + VIP Group Access

View all products on ATS Main Website or for full details of AFT see the pricing comparison table below:

Price Comparison

Filed Under: AFT8, Algo Futures Trader, get funded trading, NinjaTrader 8 Tagged With: AFT8

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