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Polymarket onboarding — wallet setup, USDC funding & first trade

New to Polymarket? This guide walks you through account creation, wallet connection, USDC deposits, and placing your first Yes/No trade. Plus promo offers where available.

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Step 1 — Create your account

Visit polymarket.com and click Sign Up. You can register with email or connect a Web3 wallet (MetaMask, WalletConnect, or Coinbase Wallet). Verify you are 18+ and confirm your regional eligibility — prediction market access varies by jurisdiction.

Step 2 — Connect a wallet

Polymarket runs on the Polygon blockchain. You'll need a compatible wallet to deposit and trade:

  • MetaMask: Most popular option. Switch to Polygon network.
  • WalletConnect: Scan QR code with any mobile wallet.
  • Coinbase Wallet: Direct integration for Coinbase users.

Never share your seed phrase. Enable 2FA where available. See our login security guide for details.

Step 3 — Fund with USDC

Polymarket trades settle in USDC, a US-dollar stablecoin pegged 1:1 to USD. To deposit:

  1. Bridge USDC to Polygon (via Polygon Bridge or exchange withdrawal to Polygon network).
  2. Or use the integrated on-ramp to purchase USDC directly with a card.
  3. Confirm the deposit appears in your Polymarket balance.

Gas fees on Polygon are typically fractions of a cent, making even small trades practical. Always check your USDC balance before opening positions.

Step 4 — Place your first Yes/No trade

  1. Browse trending markets on the homepage.
  2. Click a market to view the order book and price chart.
  3. Choose Buy Yes or Buy No and enter your amount.
  4. Review the price and potential payout before confirming.
  5. Monitor your position in the portfolio tab.

See our markets guide for how prices work, and strategies guide for trading approaches.

Promo offers and onboarding rewards

Polymarket occasionally offers onboarding promotions for new users in eligible regions. These may include fee credits or bonus USDC for first trades. Check the polymarket.com homepage for current offers. Terms and regional restrictions apply. 18+ only.

Responsible trading

Prediction market trading carries risk. You can lose your entire position if the market resolves against you. Set personal limits, never trade more than you can afford to lose, and read resolution criteria carefully before entering any market. See fees & payouts and how Polymarket works.

Independent guide. Not the operator. 18+.