What is a futures trading journal?
A futures trading journal is a structured record of every trade you take. FundedNotes captures entry and exit prices, P&L, setup tags, emotions, mistakes, screenshots, and journal notes for each trade so you can review patterns instead of relying on memory.
Why use a trading journal instead of a spreadsheet?
A spreadsheet stores numbers; a journal explains them. FundedNotes combines imported trade history with notes, screenshots, and calendar review so you can connect a losing streak to a specific setup, session, or mistake — and act on it.
Does FundedNotes work with prop firm and funded accounts?
Yes. FundedNotes is built for prop firm and funded-account workflows. You can track multiple Tradovate-linked prop accounts side by side, monitor daily loss limits, drawdown, and consistency, and journal across evaluation, funded, and live phases.
How do I import my trades into FundedNotes?
FundedNotes supports read-only Tradovate and NinjaTrader trade imports plus manual CSV import. Connected brokers sync continuously in the background, so new fills land in your journal without manual exports.
Can I review trades by calendar day?
Yes. The calendar view shows per-day P&L, win rate, and journal notes, so you can spot themes — e.g. losing on Mondays, profitable in the NY session — and adjust your trading plan accordingly.
Is there a free trading journal?
FundedNotes starts with a free 14-day trial, so you can use the full journal, dashboard analytics, calendar, and prop-firm risk tracking before paying anything. After the trial, affordable Pro and Elite plans keep your journal and analytics active.
What is the most affordable trading journal for futures and prop firm traders?
FundedNotes is an affordable trading journal built specifically for futures and prop-firm traders — a free 14-day trial, then low-cost Pro and Elite plans. It includes journaling, performance analytics, multi-account prop-firm tracking, and CSV import without enterprise pricing, which makes it a good-value option for funded and evaluation traders.