HFM Promotions 2026: 100% Supercharged Bonus, Shield 500 and Loyalty

HFM runs several promotions at once, and which ones you see depends on the HFM company that holds your account. The three main offers for international clients are the 100% Supercharged Bonus, which matches deposits with credit and pays cash rebates, Shield 500, which covers part of a new trader's early losses, and the Loyalty Program, which pays Trophy Road Points on trading.

These promotions run through HF Markets (SV) Ltd and are not offered to clients of HFM's UK or EU companies, where bonus incentives are restricted for retail traders.

100% Supercharged Bonus

The bonus combines two things: credit that raises your margin, and cash rebates on closed trades. Credit can't be withdrawn, while rebates are cash. As with every credit bonus, withdrawals reduce it, so check the current terms in your myHF area before you take money out.

Shield 500

Shield 500 is aimed at new traders. HFM's January 2026 terms for HF Markets (SV) Ltd set an initial deposit of at least $10, and the Shield amount, which covers losses up to a maximum of $500, is calculated and credited at midnight on the 25th day after the Shield 500 account was opened. It is a cushion for a learning period, not an insurance policy; check in myHF how it interacts with other bonus accounts before you choose it.

Loyalty Program and Trophy Road

Every trader starts at Rookie and moves up through eligible trading on live accounts; PAMM and demo accounts don't count. Missions add extra points, and crystal boosters double the points on specific instruments, up to 800. HFM lists its new Loyalty Program among its 2025 milestones, and points are redeemed for the rewards shown in your myHF area.

A worked example of the Supercharged rebate

You deposit $1,000 and receive $1,000 of credit. Over a month you trade 20 standard lots of gold: at $2 per lot, that earns $40 of cash rebates. Trade 20 lots of EUR/USD instead and the 0.2-pip rebate is worth about $2 per lot, around $40 again. The rebates are cash; the $1,000 of credit is not, and it is reduced if you withdraw.

Which HFM offer suits which trader

Compare HFM's match with other deposit bonuses in our deposit bonus guide.

Other HFM offers

• Traders Awards, HFM's long-running trading contest, first held in 2011.
• Return on Free Margin, which pays a return on unused margin; HFM sets the rates in its current terms.
• A partner programme that pays commission on referred clients' trading.

Key terms explained

• Credit (bonus credit): money the broker adds to your account as margin. It raises your equity but isn't yours to withdraw.
• Rebate or cashback: part of your trading cost paid back to you, usually as cash you can withdraw.
• Pip: the standard price step for a currency pair, usually the fourth decimal place. On one standard lot of EUR/USD, a pip is worth about $10.
• Tier: a level in a loyalty programme. Higher tiers usually earn more points for the same trading.

Who this offer suits

HFM's promotions suit international clients of its St Vincent entity: Shield 500 for cautious beginners, Supercharged for active depositors and the Loyalty Program for steady traders. They are not for clients of HFM's UK or EU companies.

Mistakes to avoid

Traders often mix up credit and cash: the Supercharged credit can't be withdrawn, while its rebates can. Another mistake is assuming the offers apply to every HFM entity; they run through HF Markets (SV) Ltd. A third is picking Shield 500 without checking how it interacts with other bonus accounts.

Before you claim: a quick checklist

• Check which HFM entity holds your account.
• Read each promotion's current terms in myHF.
• Use an MT4 Premium or Micro account for Supercharged.
• Size trades from your own deposit.

Our verdict

HFM gives international clients more choice than most brokers, from loss cover for beginners to a large deposit match with cash rebates. The rebates are the most useful part for active traders because they are paid in cash. Credit and loss cover come with conditions set by the St Vincent entity, so read the current terms in myHF before choosing an account type.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is HFM's Supercharged Bonus?

100% of each qualifying deposit of $50 or more as credit, up to $50,000 in total, plus cash rebates of 0.2 pips per lot on forex or $2 per lot on gold, up to $8,000.

What is HFM Shield 500?

A promotion for new traders that covers losses up to $500. HFM's 2026 terms set a $10 minimum deposit and credit the Shield amount at midnight on day 25.

How does HFM's Loyalty Program work?

You earn Trophy Road Points on eligible live trading, from 250 per $1 million traded at Rookie to 400 at Legend, and redeem them for rewards in myHF.

Can UK or EU traders get HFM bonuses?

No. These promotions are offered through HF Markets (SV) Ltd and are not available to clients of HFM's UK or EU companies.

Are HFM rebates withdrawable?

Yes. The Supercharged rebates are cash, unlike the bonus credit, which can't be withdrawn.

Which HFM accounts get the Supercharged Bonus?

HFM's terms list MT4 Premium and Micro accounts, with a minimum qualifying deposit of $50.

Does demo trading earn HFM loyalty points?

No. Trophy Road Points come from eligible trading on live accounts; demo and PAMM accounts are excluded.

What is the minimum deposit for HFM Supercharged?

$50, for both the first and later qualifying deposits, according to HFM's terms.

When was HFM's Loyalty Program launched?

HFM lists its new Loyalty Program among its 2025 milestones.

Can I use HFM Supercharged on MT5?

HFM's terms list MT4 Premium and Micro accounts. Check myHF for any newer account options.

Is there a cap on HFM rebates?

Yes. Supercharged rebates are capped at $8,000 in total.

How long does HFM Shield 500 last?

HFM's 2026 terms credit the Shield amount at midnight on the 25th day after the Shield 500 account is opened.