Automated MNQ Trading with Falcon AI
Falcon AI generates the signal. A webhook provider routes it to your broker. Your trades execute automatically — every entry, stop, and target placed without you touching the keyboard. Here's the full 3-part stack, our recommended provider, and the exact prop firm rules you need to know first.
- 3-part stack: TradingView alert (from Falcon AI) → webhook provider → broker.
- Recommended provider: PickMyTrade — it's what we use. TradersPost and Aleeert are solid alternatives.
- Topstep: automation IS allowed at all stages (Combine + Funded). HFT-style abuse is prohibited; standard timeframe trading is fully permitted.
- Apex Funded: fully automated trading is prohibited on PA and Live accounts — run Falcon AI manually if you trade on Apex Funded.
- Self-funded accounts: no restrictions — full hands-off automation.
- Other prop firms: check their TOS individually. Rules vary and change.
The 3-Part Automation Stack
Falcon AI works as a TradingView indicator that fires alerts when a setup matches its 12-factor confluence model. Those alerts are the entry point for automation. To get from "alert fired" to "trade placed on broker," you need two more pieces.
Every piece runs in the cloud. TradingView alerts fire from TradingView's servers. PickMyTrade runs from theirs. Your broker executes the trade. You don't need to keep your computer on, you don't need TradingView in a browser tab, and you don't need to monitor the chart for setups. The entire chain works while you sleep, work, or do anything else.
Webhook Provider Comparison
We've tested all the major webhook providers. Here's the honest comparison so you can pick the one that fits your stack — though for most traders, PickMyTrade is what we run and what we recommend.
| Provider | Brokers Supported | Pricing (approx.) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| PickMyTradeWhat we use | NinjaTrader, Tradovate, TopstepX, Apex, Tradeify, Rithmic | $29–$99/mo depending on plan | Most traders. Clean UI, broad broker coverage, reliable. Our default recommendation. |
| TradersPost | Tradovate, Alpaca, IBKR, TradeStation, others | $49–$199/mo | Traders also automating stocks/options alongside futures. |
| Aleeert | NinjaTrader, Tradovate, Topstep, Apex, others | $30–$120/mo | Traders who want fine-grained control over webhook routing logic. |
Pricing approximate as of 2026; check each provider's current rates. Broker support changes — verify on the provider's site before subscribing.
How to Set It Up (20-30 minutes)
- Get Falcon AI access. Sign up for a free 14-day trial. You'll receive your TradingView invite via email within ~24 hours.
- Add Falcon AI to your TradingView chart. Apply the indicator to MNQ on your preferred timeframe (15-minute or 30-minute — both are supported).
- Create a PickMyTrade account. Sign up at pickmytrade.tv, link your broker (NinjaTrader, TopstepX, Apex, etc.), and copy your webhook URL.
- Configure the TradingView alert. In TradingView's alert dialog, paste the PickMyTrade webhook URL in the notifications tab. Set the alert condition to "Falcon AI — Any alert() function call".
- Test it. Run a paper-account session for 1-2 days before going live. Verify trades are firing correctly through the full chain.
- Go live. Switch the broker connection from paper to live, and the same setup now executes real trades.
If you're an Elite member, our setup video walks through the exact button clicks for the most common broker (TopstepX → PickMyTrade → TradingView) in under 10 minutes. Basic members have access to the same written guide.
Prop Firm Compliance — What You Need to Know
Every prop firm has its own rules on automation. Some allow it freely, some allow it with conditions, some prohibit it outright. You — not us — are responsible for confirming your firm's current rules before automating any trade. What follows is general information, not legal advice and not a substitute for reading your firm's TOS.
Prop firm rules change. The summary below reflects publicly known policies as of mid-2026, but every trader should verify the current rules directly on their firm's website or by emailing support. Automating against a rule violation can void your account and forfeit any profits.
Topstep — Allowed at all stages
Topstep permits automated trading on both the Combine and Funded Account stages. The firm prohibits HFT-style abuse (hundreds of seconds-long trades exploiting simulated fills) and using software/AI to gain an unfair advantage on the platform, but standard timeframe trading via webhook automation is fully allowed. Falcon AI's 15-minute and 30-minute timeframes fall well within Topstep's allowed conduct.
You may also enter trades manually if you prefer, even while automation is connected. Topstep doesn't require you to pick one or the other. As of 2026, Topstep does not publish a blanket minimum hold time — always check their current Terms before automating.
MyFundedFutures (MFFU) — Varies by Program
MFFU's automation policy has changed multiple times in 2025-2026. Some programs allow it; others restrict it to specific provider whitelists. Check the current rule sheet for your specific program before connecting any webhook provider. (Our MFFU vs Topstep 2026 comparison covers the rule differences in detail.)
Apex Trader Funding — Prohibited on Funded (allowed on Evaluation only)
Apex permits bots and automation during the Evaluation phase, but fully automated trading is prohibited on PA (Performance Account) and Live Funded accounts. On funded Apex accounts, webhook-based execution is only allowed with active trader oversight (semi-automated) — you must actively monitor and manage every trade. Set-and-forget automation is not permitted.
Our recommendation if you trade Apex Funded: run Falcon AI signals manually. The alerts fire the same way; you simply place the trade by hand. Or use Falcon AI on Topstep / self-funded accounts for full automation.
Self-Funded Accounts — Fully Permitted
If you're trading your own capital through a retail broker (NinjaTrader, Tradovate, Interactive Brokers, etc.), no prop firm rules apply. Automate as aggressively or as conservatively as you want — the only limits are your broker's risk controls.
Why Automation Makes Sense for Rules-Based Strategies
The case for automating a rules-based indicator like Falcon AI is simple: the human is usually the bug, not the feature. Three failure modes that automation eliminates entirely:
- Skipping valid setups. You see the signal fire but talk yourself out of taking it because the last trade lost. The indicator doesn't have that bias — it takes every A+ setup it surfaces.
- Forcing trades when nothing is there. You sit at the screen for an hour, see nothing, and start manufacturing entries. Automation only fires when the actual conditions are met.
- Inconsistent execution. Manual stops drift, position sizes wander, you forget to set a target. Automation places everything to spec, every time.
This is the same logic behind the rules-based framework that gets traders through Topstep combines — except instead of asking yourself to be disciplined under pressure, you let the system enforce the discipline. Falcon AI's 12-factor signal engine is the brain; PickMyTrade is the hands.
What Automation Doesn't Do
Some things automation can't fix, and we want to be honest about them:
- It doesn't print money on broken settings. A poorly configured Falcon AI with the confidence threshold set too low will fire a lot of low-quality setups. Automation will execute every one. Tune the indicator first, automate second.
- It doesn't handle news events better than you do. If a setup fires 30 seconds before FOMC, automation takes it. Use TradingView's session filter and/or PickMyTrade's time-of-day controls to pause execution around major news.
- It doesn't make a bad strategy good. Falcon AI's edge comes from the 3-year walk-forward validated rules. Automation amplifies whatever strategy you're running — for better or worse.
- It doesn't replace risk management. Set hard maximum daily loss limits at the broker level and at the webhook provider. Automation should never be allowed to size up after a loss without you authorizing it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Falcon AI fires TradingView alerts containing entry, stop, and target. Connect those alerts to a webhook provider like PickMyTrade, TradersPost, or Aleeert, and the trades execute automatically on your broker. The indicator generates the signal; the webhook provider handles execution.
Yes. Topstep permits automated trading at all stages — Combine and Funded. HFT-style abuse and using software to gain unfair advantage are prohibited, but standard timeframe trading via webhook automation is fully allowed. Falcon AI's 15M/30M timeframes fall well within Topstep's permitted conduct. As of 2026, Topstep does not publish a blanket minimum hold time — always verify current rules on their site.
PickMyTrade is what we use and what we recommend for most traders. It supports the major futures brokers (NinjaTrader, Tradovate, TopstepX, Apex, others), has a clean interface, and reliable execution. TradersPost and Aleeert are solid alternatives.
Typically 20-30 minutes for a first-time user. You'll need a TradingView paid plan (for webhook alerts), a PickMyTrade account, and your broker linked. Elite members get a setup video that walks through the entire chain.
Rules vary. Topstep permits automation at all stages. MFFU policies vary by program. Apex prohibits fully automated trading on PA and Live Funded accounts — only Evaluation allows it, and webhooks on funded accounts require active oversight (semi-auto only). Always verify your specific firm's current Terms of Service before automating. If your firm prohibits automation, Falcon AI's signals still work for manual execution.
TradingView alerts and webhook providers both run in the cloud, so your local internet doesn't affect them. The only concerns are if your broker's API is down or if your webhook provider has an outage. For maximum reliability, run PickMyTrade from a dedicated VPS.
Yes — and this is where automation shines. No prop firm restrictions, no hold-time rules. You set the parameters. Most retail futures brokers (NinjaTrader, Tradovate, IBKR) work out of the box with PickMyTrade.
No. TradingView alerts fire from TradingView's servers and webhook out regardless of whether your browser is open. You do need a paid TradingView plan (Essential or higher) for webhook alerts — the free plan doesn't support them.