Position Size Calculator

Never risk more than you can afford – calculate exact lot size, shares, or contracts

Account Balance

Risk per Trade (%)

Stop Loss (Pips / % / $)

Market Type

Forex

Stocks

Crypto

Recommended Position Size

0.20 Lots

$100.00 at risk

Risk Summary

Account Size:$10,000

Risk %:1.00%

Risk Amount:$100.00

Stop Loss:50 pips

Position Size: 0.20 Lots

Position Size Calculator – The #1 Risk Management Tool for Traders

Proper position sizing is the most important rule in trading. Our free Position Size Calculator helps Forex, Stock, and Crypto traders determine the exact number of lots, shares, or contracts to trade based on account balance, risk tolerance, and stop-loss distance — eliminating emotion and protecting your capital.

Used by professional traders worldwide, this tool enforces the golden rule: Never risk more than 1–2% of your account on a single trade.

Why Position Sizing Matters

Protect Your Account

Survive losing streaks with proper risk management.

Remove Emotion

Trade with discipline — no over-leveraging.

Consistent Growth

Compound your account safely over time.

Pro-Level Tool

Used by fund managers and elite retail traders.

How to Use the Position Size Calculator

Enter Your Account Balance

Your current trading account size.

Set Risk % (1% recommended)

Most pros risk 0.5–2% per trade.

Input Stop Loss Distance

In pips (Forex), % (Stocks), or $ (Crypto/Futures).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1% rule?

Never risk more than 1% of your account on a single trade. This allows you to survive 100 losing trades in a row.

How many pips is a good stop loss?

Depends on volatility and strategy. Common: 20–100 pips for Forex, 1–5% for stocks, $100–500 for crypto.