Forex brokers
Look beyond the spread. Compare regulation, fee transparency and withdrawal standards.
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A public standard for trading firms
Responsible Trading
Council
Trust should be earned. And verifiable. Independent ratings and certification for forex, stock and crypto brokers and prop firms. Understand the evidence before choosing where to trade.
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- Firms in directory
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- Scoring pillars
- A+ to D
- Letter ratings
THE RTC STANDARD
Independently assessed
Five pillars. One transparent framework.
Every firm measured against the same standard.
Regulation30%
Fees15%
Payouts20%
Customer Support15%
Over-trading barriers20%
Certification threshold
61/100
At least 40/100 in every pillar.
Read the scoring standardA clearer starting point
The firm behind your trades matters.
A low spread or an ambitious payout promise tells only part of the story. The rules, safeguards and people behind a trading firm deserve the same attention.
RTC brings these questions into one public framework. Compare the scores, read trader experiences and check the certificate — then make your own informed decision.
Read the Council’s standardFour markets. One framework.
Find your corner of the market.
Each category is scored against the same five pillars, so you can compare like for like — whatever you trade.
Stock brokers
Consider how client assets are protected, what trading costs and how complaints are handled.
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Crypto brokers
Bring the same scrutiny to digital assets: published costs, payout rules and accountable support.
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Prop trading firms
Examine challenge fees, payout conditions and the clarity of the rules before committing.
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From the public directory
Highest rated, currently certified.
RTC scores and trader ratings are separate assessments. Certification is not a regulatory licence or a guarantee against loss.
The RTC scoring standard
Five pillars.
Nothing hidden in the formula.
Each pillar is scored out of 100 against fixed checks. The weighted overall score produces a letter rating, from A+ to D, so you can compare firms using the same scale.
0130%
Regulation
Licences are only the beginning. Client-fund segregation, financial audits and account protections all count.
0215%
Fees
Costs should be clear before you commit, from commissions and spreads to withdrawal and challenge fees.
0320%
Payouts
Withdrawal processing, payout success and consistent rules matter just as much as the trading experience.
0415%
Customer Support
Responsive service, a formal complaints process and independent dispute resolution complete the picture.
0520%
Over-trading barriers
Leverage caps, deposit limits and self-exclusion tools show a firm protects traders from over-trading.
Certification threshold: 61/100 overall and at least 40/100 in every pillar.
Explore all scoring checksBeyond a badge
A certificate you can actually check.
A seal should lead to evidence, not a dead end. Every issued RTC certificate has a public record, showing the firm, certificate status and validity dates.
Check a certificateA unique certificate ID
Match the certificate to the named firm and its public verification record.
A visible validity status
See whether the certificate is valid, expired or revoked — not simply whether a seal appears on a website.
Issue and expiry dates
Check the dates before relying on a firm’s certification claim.
The numbers matter.
So do trader experiences.
Read approved reviews alongside the Council’s scores. Trader feedback adds a different perspective on service, withdrawals and the day-to-day experience of working with a firm.
Reviews are moderated before publication. Their star average is displayed separately and does not change the RTC score.
Explore firms and trader reviewsA shortlist that starts
with your priorities.
Looking for transparent fees? Focused on prop-firm payouts? Tell the RTC assistant what matters to you and explore suggestions drawn from published firm ratings and reviews.
Suggestions are a starting point for your research, not personalised financial advice or a promise of suitability.
Find a firmFor brokers and prop firms
Make your standards visible.
Bring the evidence behind your business into a structured review. Apply online and follow the progress of your certification application.
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Submit the application
Firms register their company details online for review against the five scoring pillars.
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Review against the standard
The application is assessed against the published criteria, with requests for further information where needed.
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Receive a decision
The application moves through review to an approval or rejection, with its status tracked in the firm portal.
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Make certification verifiable
Issued certificates have a unique verification link, issue date, expiry date and public status.
Before you decide
Good questions.
Clear answers.
What is the difference between an RTC rating and certification?
A rating is a score based on the five published pillars. Certification also requires a score of at least 61/100, no pillar below 40/100 and a valid certificate. A high score alone does not mean a firm is currently certified.
Does RTC certification replace regulatory authorisation?
No. RTC certification is an assessment against the Council’s published standard, not a regulatory licence. Check the relevant regulator’s register and confirm that a firm is authorised to serve you in your jurisdiction.
Do trader reviews change a firm’s RTC score?
No. Trader ratings and reviews are shown separately from the RTC score. Only reviews approved by an admin are visible publicly and included in the trader-rating average.
How can I check whether a certificate is still valid?
Open the Verify page and look up the certificate ID. Its public record shows whether it is valid, expired or revoked, together with the issue and expiry dates.
Can a firm apply for certification online?
Yes. Sign in to the firm portal, submit the company details, and track the application’s review status. Further information can be requested during the review.
Does a good rating guarantee that trading is safe?
No. Ratings are opinions based on published criteria, not a guarantee of performance, future payouts or the safety of your funds. Trading involves risk of loss. Consider your circumstances and carry out your own due diligence.
Your next trading decision.
A better-informed starting point.
Compare the firms. Understand the scores. Verify the claims.