What is a Reset? (Futures Prop, 2026)
A reset returns your account to default settings, including starting balance, MLL, and trading days. At Alpha Futures, reset fees depend on plan and account size. Evaluation reset fees start from $69. Qualified resets are available under specific conditions on Zero and Premium accounts.
Part of our futures prop firm guide series: What is a Futures Prop Firm? · What is the Profit Target? · How Do Qualified Futures Accounts Work?
Last verified: June 2026
General information only. Simulated trading. Performance fees are performance-based; outcomes not guaranteed.
Reset Explained
If your evaluation or qualified account is no longer in good condition, a reset gives you a fresh start on that account according to published rules.
A reset usually restores:
- Starting account balance
- MLL level
- Trading-day counters
Why traders use reset
Most traders do not use reset because they want to. They use it because they are deciding between:
- trying to recover a damaged account state, or
- restarting clean with known numbers
In practical terms, reset is a risk-management decision. You are paying for a clean account structure so your next attempts are not shaped by old damage.
For a futures prop firm US trader, this is often less about "right or wrong" and more about cost, timing, and account condition.
What reset does not change
Alpha Futures help centre states resets do not change your monthly rebill date.
That matters for traders in a futures prop firm US subscription model because timing still follows your existing billing cycle.
Alpha Futures evaluation reset fees
Zero evaluation reset fees
Account size | Reset fee |
|---|---|
25K Zero | $69 |
50K Zero | $109 |
100K Zero | $219 |
Advanced evaluation reset fees
Account size | Reset fee |
|---|---|
50K Advanced | $139 |
100K Advanced | $279 |
150K Advanced | $419 |
Premium evaluation reset fees
Premium has two pricing paths (regular tier vs no-activation tier):
Account size | Reset fee |
|---|---|
50K Premium | $69 or $149 |
100K Premium | $139 or $239 |
150K Premium | $219 or $329 |
Qualified account reset rules
Alpha Futures reset article states:
- Qualified resets are available on Zero accounts purchased after March 11, 2026
- Qualified resets are also available on Premium accounts
- Traders may use a Qualified reset up to 2 times on Zero or Premium if account has not reached a performance-fee request
- Reset must be used within 7 days after breach
Source: Reset
Qualified reset prices
Zero Qualified reset prices
Account size | Reset fee |
|---|---|
25K Zero Qualified | $399 |
50K Zero Qualified | $499 |
100K Zero Qualified | $799 |
Premium Qualified reset prices
Account size | Reset fee |
|---|---|
50K Premium Qualified | $599 |
100K Premium Qualified | $799 |
150K Premium Qualified | $999 |
Common reset mistakes
The most common mistakes are procedural, not strategic:
- assuming reset changes rebill date
- assuming all account types have identical reset access
- waiting too long after breach and missing the reset window
- not checking whether account purchase date qualifies for the newer reset policy on Zero Qualified
These are avoidable if you verify the help-centre article before you submit anything.
Reset vs rebill
Many traders ask if they should reset now or wait for rebill.
General framework:
- Reset now: pay fee, restore account settings now
- Wait for rebill: follow normal subscription cycle timing
You should decide based on your account condition, current timeline, and plan economics.
Simple way to think about it:
- Use reset when you want immediate restart and the fee is justified.
- Wait for rebill when timing and subscription economics make more sense for your setup.
Neither choice is automatically better. The best choice is the one that protects your next 2 to 4 weeks of execution quality.
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How to decide if reset is worth it
Use this short checklist:
- Is your account close to or beyond practical recovery?
- Is reset fee lower than restarting a new path for your account size?
- Does your plan include rules that make waiting for rebill better?
- Have you confirmed current fee table in help centre today?
For live confirmation, always use: help.alpha-futures.com
Quick scenario examples
Scenario A: 50K Zero evaluation
If your account is deeply damaged and next rebill is far away, a reset can be the cleaner option if you want to continue now with restored account metrics.
Scenario B: 50K Premium evaluation
Because Premium has two pricing paths, reset math can differ by the tier you bought. Always compare your reset fee against waiting for the next rebill cycle.
Scenario C: Zero Qualified after breach
If you are eligible under the policy conditions and still inside the 7-day window, qualified reset can reopen a path that would otherwise be closed.
These are planning examples, not recommendations. Always verify current rules before action.
FAQs
What is a reset in a futures prop firm?
A reset restores account settings to default values, such as starting balance, MLL, and trading days.
Does reset change monthly rebill date at Alpha Futures?
No. The reset article states resets do not affect your monthly rebill date.
What is the cheapest Alpha Futures reset fee?
Evaluation reset fees start at $69 based on plan and account size.
Can I reset a Qualified account?
Yes, under specific conditions on Zero and Premium accounts, per Alpha Futures help-centre policy.
Are reset prices the same on every plan?
No. Reset fees differ by plan, account size, and Premium pricing tier.
How many times can I use a Qualified reset?
The help-centre reset article states up to 2 qualified resets on eligible Zero or Premium accounts, with the published conditions.
Is reset available forever after breach?
No. The published rule states a 7-day window to use a Qualified reset after breach.
Simulated evaluations and Qualified Accounts use simulated funds. Performance fees are performance-based; outcomes not guaranteed.
