# Troubleshooting & Errors ## When Something Looks Wrong, It Usually Has a Reason Copy trading involves live markets, wallet activity, rules, timing, and changing conditions. That means sometimes things will not look exactly how you expected. A trade may not copy.\ A trade may get skipped.\ A fill may look different.\ A position may take time to update.\ Something may feel confusing in the moment. That does **not** automatically mean something is broken. Most issues come down to one of three things: * your settings * market conditions * normal timing or sync behavior This page helps you understand the most common scenarios so you can stay calm, stay clear, and fix what actually needs fixing. *** ### First Rule: Do Not Panic A lot of users see one unexpected thing and immediately assume disaster. Usually that is the wrong move. The best first response is simple: #### Check what happened #### Check your settings #### Check whether the system is protecting you #### Then decide if anything is actually wrong Many “problems” are just your rules doing their job. *** ### A Trade Did Not Copy This is one of the most common questions. Usually it comes down to the trade not qualifying under your current setup. Common reasons include: * entry limits blocked it * slippage protection blocked it * sizing rules prevented it * exposure limits were already reached * the trade no longer fit your settings * the trade moved too quickly to still make sense This does not automatically mean failure. Sometimes the trade did not copy because your protections worked exactly as intended. #### What to Do * review your current settings * check whether your limits are tighter than expected * check whether you already had open exposure * ask whether you actually wanted that trade copied under your rules *** ### A Trade Was Skipped This is similar to a trade not copying, but worth calling out clearly: **Skipped trades are often healthy.** PolyKopy is not built to force every signal into action. A skipped trade can mean: * the entry was no longer strong * your limits were respected * your size rules protected you * the setup filtered out a weaker opportunity That is discipline, not malfunction. #### What to Do * review why it likely skipped * decide whether your protections are correctly tuned * only loosen settings if it truly fits your strategy Do not chase every skipped trade emotionally. *** ### My Fill Looks Different From the Source Wallet This can happen in live markets. Remember: you are not literally becoming the source wallet. You are following activity under your own setup, your own timing, and real market conditions. Differences can happen because of: * market movement * timing differences * your entry limits * your slippage controls * changing liquidity conditions * your own strategy boundaries This is normal in real execution environments. #### What to Do * compare trends, not tiny details * review whether protections are too tight or too loose * focus on long-term setup quality, not one isolated fill *** ### My Position Has Not Updated Yet Sometimes updates take a moment depending on timing, syncing, or live state changes. That does not automatically mean funds disappeared or the system failed. #### What to Do * give it a moment * refresh the bot flow if needed * check again shortly after If the issue persists beyond a reasonable time, use official support channels. *** ### My Results Feel Worse Than Expected This is common when users compare fantasy expectations to real execution. A wallet looking strong historically does not guarantee identical live outcomes. Results can differ because of: * different entries * different settings * different sizing * copied trades being filtered * real market movement * source wallet performance changing over time #### What to Do * review your settings honestly * review whether the wallet still deserves trust * focus on realized performance over time, not one short window * tighten or simplify if the setup feels messy *** ### Too Many Wallets, Too Much Chaos Sometimes the issue is not technical. It is strategic. Users often follow too many wallets too quickly, then lose track of what is happening. This creates: * noisy results * overlapping exposure * hard-to-read performance * emotional overadjusting #### What to Do * reduce the number of followed wallets * simplify the setup * focus on stronger conviction wallets * rebuild from a cleaner base Simple usually wins. *** ### I Keep Changing Settings Constantly This is another common problem. It usually happens after: * one missed trade * one bad result * one strong result * short-term emotion Constant tweaking often hurts more than it helps. #### What to Do * stop adjusting everything daily * give setups time to produce real data * make changes with intention * track trends, not impulses Discipline compounds. *** ### My Setup Feels Too Aggressive If every move feels stressful, your setup may be too loose for your bankroll or temperament. #### Signs: * too much exposure * too many copied trades * emotional reactions * poor sleep-level stress * urge to constantly interfere #### What to Do * reduce size * tighten protections * follow fewer wallets * simplify risk A setup you can manage calmly is stronger than one that looks exciting. *** ### My Setup Feels Too Tight If almost nothing gets copied, you may be overly restrictive. #### Signs: * constant skipped trades * minimal participation * frustration from inactivity #### What to Do * review entry limits * review protection settings * loosen carefully and gradually * keep structure while allowing real opportunities Do not swing from overly tight to reckless. Adjust with balance. *** ### Wallet / Funding Confusion If copy trading is not behaving as expected, sometimes the issue is simply funding or allocation mismatch. Examples: * not enough capital for the setup * too much spread across too many wallets * sizing too large relative to bankroll #### What to Do * review funding level * review sizing logic * align settings with actual capital Clean alignment solves a lot. *** ### When to Seek Support Use official support channels if: * something remains stuck for an unusual amount of time * the wallet flow appears abnormal * repeated behavior clearly does not match your settings * you need clarification on an account-specific issue When reaching out, be clear and specific. Helpful details include: * what happened * what you expected * approximate timing * what settings were active * whether the issue is repeatable That makes support faster and better. *** ### Best Troubleshooting Mindset When something unexpected happens: #### 1. Stay calm #### 2. Check your settings #### 3. Check market conditions #### 4. Check whether protections triggered #### 5. Look for patterns, not one-offs That mindset prevents a lot of bad reactions. *** ### The Bottom Line Most copy trading “errors” are not true errors. They are usually settings, protections, timing, or normal market behavior. PolyKopy is built to filter, protect, and structure the experience — which means not every signal becomes a trade, and not every difference means something broke. Stay clear. Stay disciplined. Review the setup first. > **Good systems protect you quietly. Not every skip is a problem.** --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. 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