Follow these simple steps to start trading on Polymarket. We'll guide you through every step.
Sign up on Polymarket using your email or connect a crypto wallet. No prior crypto experience needed!
💡 Tip: Polymarket supports email login for easy onboarding.
Add funds using your credit card, bank transfer, or transfer crypto. USDC is a stablecoin pegged to $1 USD.
💡 Tip: Start small! You can trade with as little as $1.
Browse markets on topics you know well - politics, sports, crypto, tech, or entertainment.
💡 Tip: Trade on topics you understand. Your knowledge is your edge.
Buy YES or NO shares based on your prediction. Your shares are worth $1 if you're correct!
💡 Tip: You can sell anytime before the market closes.
Polymarket uses USDC (a cryptocurrency stablecoin) for good reasons. Here's why it matters:
Your money lives in your wallet, not on Polymarket's servers. Only you control your funds.
Trades execute in seconds, and payouts are automatic when markets resolve.
Trade from anywhere in the world without borders or banking restrictions.
USDC is a stablecoin - a cryptocurrency that's always worth exactly $1 USD. It combines the benefits of crypto (fast, global, secure) with the stability of regular dollars. Think of it as "digital dollars" on the blockchain.
No credit card required to browse markets