What happens if I don't pass the challenge?
Nothing extra. The activation fee is never charged if you don't pass — your only cost is the small entry fee you paid at the start. That's the whole point of Pay After Pass: your downside is capped before you place a single trade.
So when do I actually pay the big fee?
Only after you've passed the 1-Step evaluation. Hitting the 4% target unlocks the activation fee, which you pay to switch on your master account. You're paying for funded capital you've already earned — not a maybe.
How much does it cost to start?
From just $29 for a $25K account, $39 for $50K, or $49 for $100K. That entry fee is everything you pay up front. Activation fees ($189 / $329 / $489) come later — and only if you pass.