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⚠️ Not financial advice. Signals are for educational purposes only. Past performance is not indicative of future results. $5-wide spreads: max risk ≈ $500 per spread ($5 × 100 − net credit). 10 contracts ≈ $5,000 max risk minus total credit received. Trading involves substantial risk of loss. No live trade execution.
Signal Reasoning
VIXShield — Methodology Verification
Full Math Breakdown
Every calculation step from market data to final strikes, with formulas. Click to expand.
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⚠️ FULL DISCLAIMER: VIXShield signals are for educational purposes only — not financial advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Trading involves substantial risk of loss. You can lose more than your initial investment. Signals only — no live trade execution. All calculations shown use sample data for methodology verification. The Adaptive Layered VIX Hedge (ALVH) strategy reduces risk in backtests but does not eliminate the possibility of losses. Consult a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Backtest what your portfolio would have returned following VIXShield signals over the past 10 years. Model different account sizes, tier mixes, and risk levels.
Signal Performance
78–85%
Backtest Win Rate
10yr
Data Backtested
~$500
Max Risk / Spread
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Signals This Month
⚠️ All performance data is backtested and hypothetical. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Live performance tracking coming soon.
Recommended for all paid tiers. Signal posts at 3:10pm CST — you have a ~10 minute window to enter before the after-hours session closes. Move with a plan, not in a panic.
📅 Understanding DTE & Overnight Hold
These are next-day expiration SPXW options (technically 1 DTE when entered after market close).
You are buying an Iron Condor after today's market close that will expire tomorrow at 3:00pm CST.
This overnight hold also bypasses Pattern Day Trader rules for accounts under $25k.
Monday–Thursday1 DTE (expires the next day)
Friday3 DTE (expires Monday)
Recommended Brokers
★ Top Pick
Charles Schwab / thinkorswim
Best platform for multi-leg SPX options. Supports 4-leg Iron Condor as a single order ticket. No per-leg fee. Level 3 options approval.
Supported
Tastytrade
Built specifically for options. Native IC order entry. Low fees ($1/contract open, $0 close). Mobile app strong.
Supported
Interactive Brokers
Lowest margin rates. Supports 4-leg combos. Better for larger account sizes. Interface more complex.
Supported
E*TRADE / Power E*TRADE
Multi-leg options supported. Good for existing Schwab/E*TRADE customers. Power E*TRADE has cleaner options chain.
Step-by-Step Process
1
Open a brokerage account (if you haven't)
Charles Schwab/thinkorswim is the recommended default. Account opening takes 1–3 business days for approval. Fund with at least $5,000 per spread you want to trade (max risk per 1-contract spread is ~$500; 10 contracts = ~$5,000 max risk).
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Apply for Level 3+ options approval
Iron Condors require Tier 3 options approval (defined-risk spreads). In thinkorswim: Account → Settings → Options trading approval. Select "Spreads" or Level 3. Requires ~6–12 months trading history or a sufficient account size. Approval usually within 1–3 business days.
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At 3:10pm CST — open the signal, choose your tier
Log in here. Review the three risk tiers (Conservative / Balanced / Aggressive). Pick the one that matches your account size and risk tolerance. You have until ~3:15pm CST to enter.
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Enter the Iron Condor as a single 4-leg order in thinkorswim
Never enter 4 legs separately — use the combo order to ensure you receive the net credit shown.
thinkorswim — Iron Condor Entry Guide
UnderlyingSPXW (next-day expiration series)
ExpirationNext trading day (1 DTE when entered after close)
Order TypeLimit — Net Credit (CRITICAL: not Market)
Leg 1 (Buy Put)BUY 1 PUT at lower strike (e.g. 5915)
Leg 2 (Sell Put)SELL 1 PUT at higher strike (e.g. 5920)
Leg 3 (Sell Call)SELL 1 CALL at lower strike (e.g. 6060)
Leg 4 (Buy Call)BUY 1 CALL at higher strike (e.g. 6065)
Limit PriceEnter net credit from signal (e.g. $0.85)
Verify legsConfirm: 4 legs, "Sell" net credit shown
SubmitClick Confirm & Send — check net credit matches signal
⏱ SPXW Execution & Expiration Timeline (CST)
Market Opens8:30am CST (9:30am ET)
Market Closes3:00pm CST (4:00pm ET)
Signal Delivered● 3:10pm CST
Execution Window3:10pm – 3:15pm CST (~10 min)
SPXW Options Cutoff~3:15pm CST (confirm with broker)
⚠️ Not financial advice. This is for educational purposes only. Always verify execution times with your broker — SPXW next-day option entry windows can vary. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
Auto-Execute
📡 Conservative IC Auto-Execute
Automatically send today's Conservative Iron Condor signal to your IBKR account via PickMyTrade — no manual entry required.
🎓 Certification Required
Complete your SPX MasterClass (Module 12) to unlock Auto-Execute. Only certified traders can activate live signal routing.
Enter your PickMyTrade webhook URL and configure your position sizing. Signals route Conservative IC entry-only — no exits, no stop-losses. Defined risk, set and forget.
⚠️ By activating, you authorize VixShield to send Conservative Iron Condor entry signals to your PickMyTrade account on market days at 3:10pm CST. Entry-only. You are responsible for monitoring your positions.
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3:10pm CST
Conservative Iron Condor · Entry-only · Signals route Mon–Fri on market days
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✅ When you see PLACE
The VIXShield engine has identified favorable conditions. Enter the recommended Iron Condor using the strikes and tier shown. Execute the 4-leg order within the 3:10–3:15pm CST window on your brokerage platform.
⚠ When you see HOLD (VIX > 20)
VIX is above 20 — all tiers are blocked. Do not enter any trade today. The strikes shown are "would-be" only. We sit on our hands until VIX returns below 20. Discipline over impulse.
⚠ When VIX is 15–20
Signal is ACTIVE but with restrictions. Conservative tier is 🟢 solid green. Balanced tier is 🟡 yellow — tradeable with caution, consider reducing position size. Aggressive tier is 🔴 blocked.
📋 General Guidance
Start with the Conservative tier if you are new to Iron Condors.
Never risk more than 2% of your account on any single trade.
These are next-day expiration SPXW options (1 DTE) Mon–Thu, and 3 DTE on Fridays — entered after market close.
Signals arrive at 3:10pm CST — execute within 3:10–3:15pm for best fill prices.
⚠ Risk Disclosure: Not financial advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Trading involves substantial risk of loss. You can lose more than your initial investment. No live trade execution — signals only.