# Why does follower protection wait before acting?

> Leader and follower fills can arrive at different times. The configured 1–120 second delay gives a transient mismatch time to resolve; Copilink rechecks the positions before it acts.

Last verified: 2026-09-14
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## Answer

Leader and follower fills can arrive at different times. The configured 1–120 second delay gives a transient mismatch time to resolve; Copilink rechecks the positions before it acts.

## More Copilink help

- [Risk and follower protection FAQ](https://copilink.com/standalone/faq/risk-and-follower-protection)
- [Copilink Standalone user guide](https://copilink.com/standalone/user-guide)

## Source

- https://copilink.com/standalone/faq/risk-and-follower-protection/why-does-follower-protection-wait-before-acting