# Funding Rate Time Filter

The "Funding Rate Time" filter (Funding Filter) controls algorithm operation depending on the Funding Rate value and time before/after the funding event.

**Availability:** Only on USDT-M and COIN-M markets.

**Purpose:** Helps set trading parameters considering volatility caused by funding rate payment.

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### Filter Parameters

#### Action

Choose what the algorithm should do when conditions are met:

**Run** Algorithm operates if the funding rate matches the specified parameters.

**Pause** Algorithm forcibly stops within the specified range.

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#### Rate

Set the Funding Rate value range in percentages.

**How it works:** "Rate" sets the range of values within which the funding rate must be for the algorithm to run or stop.

**Example:** If you set a range from -0.1% to 0.1%, the action will be executed only on pairs with funding rate in this range.

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#### Time Range

Determines the time window before and after the funding event when the selected action is applied.

**Parameters:**

* **Before event:** number of seconds before funding payment
* **After event:** number of seconds after funding payment

**How it works:** "Time Range" displays the amount of time before and after the funding rate payment respectively. If time exceeds the specified values, the corresponding action will be executed with the algorithm.

**Example:** Values 60s / 60s mean: the algorithm will start (or stop) 60 seconds before funding and remain in this state for 60 seconds after.

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### Usage Example

#### Stopping Algorithm Near Funding Event

**Settings:**

* **Action:** Pause
* **Rate:** from -0.1% to 0.1%
* **Time Range:** 60s / 60s

**Result:** If the funding rate is in the range from -0.1% to 0.1%, the algorithm will stop 60 seconds before funding payment and resume operation 60 seconds after.

**Why:** Avoid trading during high volatility near the funding event.

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### Why This Filter is Needed

**Volatility Management:** Avoid trading near funding events when increased volatility may occur.

**Fee Control:** Stop the algorithm before funding payment to avoid unexpected fees on open positions.

**Optimal Conditions Selection:** Trade only on markets with an acceptable funding rate level matching your strategy.


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