About SecretsToTrading101
Who We Are
SecretsToTrading101 is an independent trading education and research platform focused on proprietary trading firms, forex brokers, and trading tools.
We publish:
- in-depth prop firm reviews
- forex broker analysis
- trading guides and tutorials
- Free trading tools
market insights and industry related news
Our goal is to help traders make informed decisions, avoid scams, and improve their trading skills through transparent research and educational resources.
Founded in 2021, Secretstotrading101.com has grown into a global research hub for traders looking to understand the forex and prop trading industry.
The website is owned and operated by Madabout Media Ltd, a digital marketing and research company with more than 20 years of experience in online marketing and publishing.
SecretsToTrading101 By The Numbers
Our platform continues to grow as we expand coverage across the global trading industry.
- 100+ proprietary trading firms reviewed
- 50+ forex brokers analyzed
- 100+ trading guides published
- Readers in 120+ countries worldwide
- 24,000+ monthly readers and growing
- Founded in 2021
These statistics reflect our commitment to building one of the most comprehensive research platforms in the trading industry.
Our Mission
Our mission is to make trading information transparent, accessible, and trustworthy.
The online trading industry can be difficult for new traders to navigate. Many platforms promise fast profits while hiding risks, misleading users, or promoting unrealistic expectations.
SecretsToTrading101 was created to change that. To teach you the secrets to trading one to one.
We focus on providing:
- unbiased prop firm reviews
- transparent broker analysis
- practical trading education
- industry insights based on research
By publishing clear and independent research, we aim to help traders identify legitimate opportunities while avoiding unreliable platforms.
Our Story
SecretsToTrading101 originally began more than five years ago as a small website publishing forex trading reviews, news, and educational content.
Over time, the platform evolved into a comprehensive research hub focused on proprietary trading firms, forex brokers, and trading education.
The idea behind the website came from a common problem faced by many traders and us when we were first starting out in the trading space.
Many people enter the trading industry surrounded by misinformation, unreliable signals, and unrealistic expectations. New traders often struggle to find transparent information about brokers or prop firms. They tend to believe the fake gurus on social media, believing trading is a quick win to financial freedom.
SecretsToTrading101 was built to bring reliable trading information under one roof, allowing traders to access research, reviews, and educational resources in a single place.
Today, we continue expanding our research and educational content to support traders at every stage of their journey.
Meet The Founders
Andrew Edwards
CEO & Co-Founder
Andrew Edwards began trading in 2017, initially focusing on cryptocurrency markets before expanding into forex, metals, and CFD trading.
Before entering the trading industry, Andrew worked extensively in affiliate marketing and SEO, building online platforms and digital marketing campaigns.
Like many traders, Andrew experienced early challenges with scams, unreliable trading signals, and misleading education platforms.
These experiences motivated him to focus on developing a structured trading approach built around technical analysis, market fundamentals, and risk management.
Today Andrew combines his expertise in digital marketing and trading research to lead SecretsToTrading101. His goal is to help traders avoid common industry pitfalls and access reliable information about trading platforms.
Ian Cabral
COO & Co-Founder
Ian Cabral began trading in 2020, focusing on cryptocurrency markets, metals, and CFD trading.
Before entering the trading industry, Ian spent more than a decade working in the technology sector, specializing in software development and engineering automation systems.
After completing his master’s degree, Ian transitioned into affiliate marketing and trading while continuing to expand his technical expertise.
Ian now focuses on simplifying complex trading concepts while developing research systems and automation tools that support the SecretsToTrading101 platform.
His technical background plays an important role in ensuring the platform continues to grow as a reliable trading research resource. As well as providing a wide range of tools, including our AI trading bot and profitable signals.
Our Team
SecretsToTrading101 is supported by a team of researchers, analysts, and content specialists.
Our core team includes:
- CEO
- COO
- Head of SEO
- Head of Content
- Content Writers
- Social Media Manager
In addition to our internal team, we collaborate with freelance researchers, writers, and SEO specialists to expand our research and editorial coverage.
Together our team consists of approximately 9 contributors working across research, editorial, and digital strategy.
Our Editorial Standards
Maintaining editorial independence is a core principle of SecretsToTrading101.
Our team independently researches every broker, proprietary trading firm, and trading tool featured on this website.
Our editorial process focuses on:
- transparency
- factual accuracy
- real trading experience
- independent research
We do not accept payment in exchange for positive reviews or rankings.
Our goal is to publish research that helps traders make informed decisions based on transparent and reliable information.
Our Review Methodology
Our review content is designed to provide traders with a clear understanding of the services offered by trading platforms.
Each review typically evaluates factors such as:
- trading costs and spreads
- platform usability and tools
- withdrawal reliability
- funding rules and restrictions
- regulatory transparency
- user reputation and community feedback
Our research process focuses on identifying both strengths and weaknesses so readers can make well-informed decisions.
Reviews are updated regularly to reflect changes in the industry.
Our Expertise
Our team has experience trading across multiple markets including:
- forex
- cryptocurrencies
- metals
- CFDs
Collectively we have reviewed more than 100+ prop firms and 50+ forex brokers, creating one of the largest independent research collections in the trading niche.
We also publish educational trading guides designed to help traders understand complex topics such as prop firm funding, trading strategies, and market risk.
How We Make Money
Secrets to trading 101 may earn commissions through affiliate partnerships with trading platforms.
If a reader signs up for a broker, proprietary trading firm, or trading service through one of our links, we may receive compensation.
These partnerships help support the platform and allow us to continue publishing free educational content.
However, affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial opinions, rankings, or research.
Our priority is providing transparent information that helps traders make informed decisions.
Our Commitment to Responsible Trading
Trading financial markets involves significant risk.
SecretsToTrading101 encourages traders to approach markets responsibly by focusing on:
- education
- risk management
- long-term learning
- realistic expectations
Our educational content promotes responsible trading practices rather than speculation or gambling behaviour.
Community and Transparency
The trading community plays an important role in improving our research.
Feedback from traders around the world helps us update reviews, identify industry changes, and improve our educational content.
We encourage readers to share their experiences and insights with us so we can continue improving the platform.
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Contact Us
If you have feedback, questions, or suggestions, we would love to hear from you.
We aim to respond to enquiries as quickly as possible.
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These policies explain how we publish content, review trading services, and protect user privacy.
