Editorial Policy and Methodology

FreeForexStart.ru is managed by Mikhail Chernov, a professional trader with over 15 years of experience. All reviews and recommendations are based on hands-on testing of bonus offers conducted since 2018.

Our goal is to provide verified information about real forex no-deposit bonuses while minimizing risks for novice traders.


1. Selection Criteria for Publication

We only consider offers that meet at least 4 out of the following 5 criteria:

Criterion Requirement
Regulation License from CySEC, FCA, ASIC, or a reputable Tier-2+ offshore regulator
Minimum Amount $10 or more (offers below this threshold are not listed)
Transparent Terms Clear rules regarding trading requirements, withdrawals, and verification
Verified Withdrawal Confirmed cases of profit withdrawal (personal experience or verified user proof)
Validity The promotion must be active at the time of publication

2. The 5-Step Bonus Testing Process

Step 1: Registration and Verification

We create a new account using real data. We undergo full KYC (Know Your Customer) verification by submitting a valid ID/Passport and Proof of Residence (utility bill or bank statement). We record the time taken from application to bonus crediting.

Step 2: Crediting and Trading Commencement

We verify that the bonus amount matches the advertisement, check the account type (ECN/STP), available platforms (MT4/MT5), instruments, and leverage. We set up the terminal and execute test trades.

Step 3: Meeting Trading Requirements

We trade using a conservative strategy (1-2% risk per trade). During this phase, we monitor: spreads, execution speed, order rejections, and requotes. We aim to reach the required trading turnover (lots).

Step 4: Profit Withdrawal

We submit a withdrawal request. We record: processing time, fees, and available payment methods (cards, e-wallets, crypto). We confirm the receipt of funds into our account.

Step 5: Final Evaluation

We calculate the net profit after all conditions are met. A full report with screenshots is published only if the bonus has passed all stages without hidden obstacles or violations.


3. What We DO NOT Publish

  • Bonuses without clear withdrawal terms;
  • Offers requiring a mandatory deposit BEFORE the bonus is granted;
  • Scam brokers without a license or those with widespread negative feedback;
  • Expired promotions (we perform monthly audits);
  • Bonuses where we personally failed to successfully withdraw profits after meeting requirements.

4. Transparency and Partnerships

We use affiliate links. If you register through our link, the site may receive a commission. This:

  • Does not affect your trading conditions or spreads;
  • Motivates us to conduct thorough and honest bonus testing;
  • Allows us to keep the website free for all users.

5. Information Accuracy

Bonus terms are subject to change. We consistently:

  • Update the status of offers to “Active” or “Expired”;
  • Remove outdated promotions;
  • Add warnings if a broker tightens their bonus requirements.

The last update date is specified in every article.


6. Data Sources

  • Official broker websites and legal documentation;
  • Personal testing experience (since 2018);
  • Verified user reviews (with proof of withdrawal);
  • Regulatory databases (CySEC, FCA, ASIC, etc.).

Author: Mikhail Chernov, contact@freeforexstart.ru

This methodology ensures objectivity. Every bonus listed on our homepage has been personally tested and was functional at the time of publication.