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Jonny's Traders Scam Warning: Unlicensed Copy Trading

Savun Law & Consultancy · Updated 4 November 2026

Jonny's Traders Scam Warning: Unlicensed Copy Trading

The operations called "Jonny's Traders" and "Jonny's Academy", run by Jonny Mitchell, target investors under the banner of a copy-trading service. The business attracts customers with the promise of a "free" service and earns its money through referral commissions.

⚠️ LICENCE WARNING

Jonny's Traders is not authorised by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

The FCA issued warnings on 17 December 2025 and 10 November 2025 that Jonny Mitchell's operations provide financial services without authorisation.

Jonny's Traders is also not authorised in Türkiye by the Capital Markets Board (SPK). Licensed brokers and advisers in Türkiye can be looked up in the official SPK database.

🚨 SIGNS OF FRAUD

  • Operator identity: Jonny Mitchell is a 32-year-old British trader who currently lives in Bali.
  • Unlicensed operation: Jonny's Traders offers copy-trading and investment advice services without the permission of the Financial Conduct Authority.
  • Misleading "free" promise: The operation claims that the copy-trading service is "100% free". However, investors must deposit money with a broker for the service to work.
  • Hidden fee model (referral commissions): Jonny's Traders earns its money from referrals to the brokers where investors are placed. Investors are not aware of this.
  • Company status risk: The operator's UK company is under threat of being struck off. The threat arose because the company's accounts were not filed on time.
  • VIP membership upsells: Alongside the free service, high-priced "VIP" and "Premium" packages are sold.

📋 IDENTIFYING THE FRAUD

The fraudulent activity of the Jonny's Traders operation can be identified through the following:

  • Websites: jonnymitchell.com, jonnystradingacademy.com, jonnystraders.com
  • Instagram: @Jonny_Mitchell1991
  • TikTok: @JonnyMitchell1991
  • Telegram channel: t.me/jonnysfeedback
  • A requirement to deposit money with a broker to open an account, despite the claim that copy trading is "free"
  • Denial of responsibility when investors suffer losses
  • The irregularity of an operator who lives in Bali but set up a company in the United Kingdom
  • Referral commissions that are not disclosed
  • Missing accounting records of the company
Operator name Jonny Mitchell
Age 32
Current location Bali, Indonesia
Websites jonnymitchell.com, jonnystradingacademy.com, jonnystraders.com
Social media Instagram: @Jonny_Mitchell1991 | TikTok: @JonnyMitchell1991 | Telegram: t.me/jonnysfeedback
Service type Copy trading
Company status Under threat of being struck off
FCA warnings 17 December 2025, 10 November 2025

🛡️ PROTECTION AND NEXT STEPS

  • Questioning "free" services: Platforms that promise "free" copy trading on social media deserve distance. The financial side of any service that involves money must be clear.
  • Understanding the referral structure: A platform is expected to explain openly how its operator earns money. Hidden referral commissions can be a sign of fraud.
  • Choosing a licensed broker: Copy-trading and forex transactions belong with licensed and supervised institutions only.
  • FCA supervision: Before working with any broker or adviser, the official SPK database is the place to look.
  • The operator's legitimacy: The operator's financial background, licences and experience need to be verified openly.
  • Legal support: For detailed information and legal support, you can contact Savun Law & Consultancy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonny's Traders really unlicensed?

Yes. The FCA warned on 17 December 2025 and 10 November 2025 that Jonny Mitchell provides financial services without authorisation.

Is Jonny's Traders really free?

The service is offered free of charge, but investors have to deposit money with a designated broker. This is how the operator earns money from referral commissions.

What is copy trading?

Copy trading means an investor automatically mirroring the trades of an experienced trader in their own account. At Jonny's Traders, however, this service is offered without authorisation.

What if I have lost money?

For detailed information and legal support, you can contact Savun Law & Consultancy. Legal avenues may be open against unlicensed operators.

Should I stop following Jonny Mitchell's social media accounts?

Because the FCA has warned that financial services are being offered without authorisation, dealing with these accounts carries serious risk.

How can I find a safe broker?

Licensed and supervised institutions are listed in the official SPK database. Researching a broker takes time, and that time is well spent.

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