Bets to stop-loss
Stop-loss amount / stake size
$1,000 / $200 = stop after 5 losses
Strategy Tools
LiveProfit and Stop-Loss Planner
Set a profit target, stop-loss limit and fixed-stake session rule before you bet.
Profit target / stop-lossFixed-stake session planFree · no signup
Set the exit first
A profit target and stop-loss are exit rules, not predictions
Most session damage happens after the first bet: staying too long when ahead, or chasing when behind. This planner helps you write down the exit before the session starts.
How much can I lose?
When do I take profit?
Is the stake too heavy?
Quick answer
Set the stop-loss first, then decide the profit target
- The stop-loss comes first because it protects the bankroll.
- The profit target should be a real exit point, not a number you ignore once you are winning.
Session exit plan
Enter bankroll, stake, stop-loss and profit target
Set the loss limit first, then the profit target. Once the session starts, the plan is there to stop you from chasing or giving back a good run.
Common plans
Live plan
Plan looks playable
The stake and stop-loss are still in a manageable range. Stop at the loss limit, take profit at the target and do not rewrite the plan mid-session.
Quick read
Bets to stop-loss
5 bets
Bets to target
4 bets
Stop-loss as bankroll %
10%
Target as bankroll %
8%
Target / stop-loss
0.8x
Max planned stake pressure
30%
Should you reduce the stake?
Stop at $1,000 down, take profit at $800, and do not rewrite the plan mid-session.
Important note
This is a risk-control plan, not a profit promise. The useful part is not the number itself; it is stopping when the number is hit.
Plan looks playable
Stop-loss as bankroll %: 10%
Formula and example
Three checks tell you whether the session is realistic
Bets to profit target
Profit target / stake size
$800 / $200 = take profit after 4 net wins
Stop-loss as bankroll %
Stop-loss amount / bankroll
$1,000 / $10,000 = 10%
Calculation method
How the planner judges risk
The tool turns your stop-loss, profit target and fixed stake into bet counts and bankroll percentages. The point is to see whether the session can be followed in real life, not just whether the math looks neat.
The stop-loss is the hard line
If two or three losses already hit the limit, the stake is probably too large. If the limit is too deep, it can invite chasing.
The profit target is the exit signal
A target is useful only if you are willing to stop there. The common mistake is winning early, staying too long and giving it back.
Fixed staking keeps the plan clean
This first version assumes a fixed stake because it is easy to follow. Raising stakes after losses breaks the original stop-loss math.
Pre-bet checklist
Build a session exit plan in five steps
Enter your real session bankroll, fixed stake, stop-loss limit, profit target and maximum planned bets. Then check whether the plan is controlled or too loose.
- 1
Enter bankroll
- 2
Add stake size
- 3
Set stop-loss
- 4
Set profit target
- 5
Read the bet counts
Risk-control guide
Three mistakes this planner is meant to stop
The math is simple. The hard part is following it once the session gets emotional. These are the spots where good plans usually break.
A stop-loss that is too loose
A deep stop-loss can look flexible, but it often gives you permission to keep betting in a bad state.
A profit target that keeps moving
If the target changes every time you are ahead, it is not a target. It is just a hope to win more.
Raising stakes mid-session
Once the stake changes, the original stop-loss count is no longer true. Chasing turns a clean plan into a different bet.
FAQ
Profit and stop-loss planner questions
Answers common questions about profit targets, stop-loss limits, fixed staking, chasing losses and bankroll risk.
What is a profit and stop-loss planner?
It is a pre-bet session tool that helps you decide when to stop after a loss, when to take profit and whether the stake is too large for the bankroll.
How do I set a stop-loss limit?
Start with the bankroll, not the bet you want to place. A stop-loss should be an amount you can actually accept losing without chasing or changing the plan.
How should I set a profit target?
Use a target you are willing to take. It does not have to be huge; a realistic target is better than staying in the session until a good run turns into a drawdown.
What is the profit and stop-loss formula?
For fixed staking, bets to stop-loss = stop-loss amount / stake size. Bets to profit target = profit target / stake size.
How many bets to stop-loss is reasonable?
It depends on the market and your edge, but if two or three losses hit the stop-loss, the stake is usually too heavy for that session.
Can I keep betting after hitting the profit target?
You can, but treat it as a new session with a new plan. A cleaner approach is to lock up the profit first, then restart with a smaller stake if you still want action.
Should I chase after hitting the stop-loss?
No. The stop-loss exists to prevent chasing. Once the limit is hit, the plan has done its job and the session should end.
Why does fixed staking matter?
Fixed staking keeps the stop-loss math honest. If you increase stakes after losses, the original bet count and risk estimate stop being accurate.
Do positive-EV bettors still need stop-loss limits?
Yes. Positive EV is a long-term idea, but short-term variance can still produce losing runs. A stop-loss helps protect the bankroll during that variance.
How is this different from bankroll management?
Bankroll management decides how much risk the bankroll can handle. A profit and stop-loss plan turns that risk limit into a session exit rule.
Thinking about changing stakes after wins or losses?
A stop-loss plan works best with fixed stakes. If you want to compare flat betting, Martingale, Fibonacci or Paroli, pressure-test the progression before using it.
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