Sell Protection When Paused
Even when copytrading is paused, Polyfollow continues to execute sells from traders you follow. This protects your funds and keeps your positions in sync.
How It Works
| Status | Buys | Sells |
|---|---|---|
| Active | Executed | Executed |
| Paused | Skipped | Executed |
| Unfollowed | Skipped | Skipped |
When you pause copying a trader:
- New buys are skipped
- Sells on existing positions still execute
Why This Matters
Without sell protection, pausing could leave you stuck:
| Scenario | Without Protection | With Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Trader sells before market crashes | You hold losing position | You exit with them |
| Trader takes profit | You miss the exit | You take profit too |
| Market resolves against you | Full loss | Minimized loss |
Example Scenario
- You copy a trader and buy 100 shares of "Will X happen?"
- You pause copying (maybe to take a break)
- Trader spots bad news and sells their position
- Polyfollow sells your 100 shares automatically
- You avoid the loss, even while paused
When Sells Stop
Sells only stop when you:
| Action | Sells Continue? |
|---|---|
| Pause copying | Yes |
| Edit settings | Yes |
| Low Balance | Smart Skip (trades skipped, follows stay active) |
| Unfollow completely | No |
If you unfollow a trader entirely, you're on your own for any remaining positions.
Pro Tips
- Pause instead of unfollow if you want a break but have open positions
- Check your positions before unfollowing completely
- Sells use smart pricing to get you the best exit price
Sell Notifications
When a sell executes while paused, you'll see:
" Sold 50 shares of [Market] - Trader exited position"
This confirms your funds are protected.