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Guaranteed stop 
loss order

Protect your trades from unexpected gaps and fast market jumps with a stop loss that guarantees your exit price – exclusive to ThinkTrader.*
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What is a guaranteed stop-loss order (GSLO)?

A guaranteed stop loss order (GSLO) gives you more certainty when managing risk on your CFD trades. It protects you from negative market slippage by closing your position at the exact level you set, even during fast market moves or price gaps.


ThinkTrader now supports GSLOs, giving you another layer of control when markets become unpredictable.


How a GSLO works

A GSLO is a stop loss with a built-in guarantee. Once triggered, your trade closes at the price you chose. No deviation, even if the market jumps past it. 

What this means for you

Fixed exit pric

Fixed exit price

Your position closes at your chosen level.
Shield from slippage

Shield from market slippage

We absorb any negative slippage beyond that level.
Clear maximum risk

Clear maximum risk

You know the exact amount you are putting at risk when the order is set.
A standard stop loss still works for many situations, but it can be affected by slippage in fast or thin markets. A GSLO removes that uncertainty.

GSLO example

You have bought 2 contracts on US30 at 40,000, and have set 39,850 as your Guaranteed Stop Loss level.

  • US30 drops from 40,000 to 39,800 suddenly
  • Your guaranteed stop triggers at 39,850
  • Total loss = 300 USD plus the premium, instead of 400 USD

Key details you need to know

GSLOs on ThinkTrader come with specific conditions you should be aware of.
Set only when opening a trade 
GSLOs cannot be added to an existing open position.
Minimum distance applies 
Each instrument requires a set distance from the price. 
Premium from 0.025% 
Upfront premium calculated on underlying exposure.
Adjustable later (with limits) 
You can move the GSLO further when markets are open, but never closer than the minimum distance. 
Availability varies 
GSLOs may not be available on certain instruments or during specific periods.

The platform will show the minimum distance and premium before you place your trade

Why traders use GSLOs 

A GSLO can be useful when you want more structure and predictability around risk. 

SITUATIONS WHERE A GSLO MAY HELP


 Major news releases  

  When sharp moves are more likely


 Holding positions overnight or over weekends 
  When gaps can appear. 


 Trading fast-moving instruments
  Such as indices or commodities. 


 Strict risk limits 
  When you want your maximum loss defined upfront.

How to place a GSLO in ThinkTrader

You can add a GSLO directly from the order ticket when opening a new trade.
1
Open the order ticket and choose your position size.
2
Add a stop loss to your trade.
3
Select the Guaranteed stop loss option and review the details.
4
Confirm your order.
Move the GSLO further away from the current price when markets are open 
Move the GSLO further away from the current price when markets are open 
Close the position manually at any time 
Close the position manually at any time 
See your GSLO level directly in your open positions 
See your GSLO level directly in your open positions 

A more controlled way to manage risk

GSLOs offer added protection when the market moves quickly. By locking in your exit price, you can plan trades with clearer risk boundaries and avoid unexpected volatility during gaps or sharp swings. 

As with all contracts for differences, risk remains, and a GSLO does not guarantee a desired outcome for your trade. Instead, it helps define your potential loss on that specific trade with more certainty. 



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*GSLOs are available exclusively on the ThinkTrader platform.