# Getting Started ### Prerequisites Before you start trading on Predictify, you'll need: * **A Solana Wallet**: Phantom or Solflare (browser extensions) * **USDC on Solana**: The stablecoin used for all trades * **Basic Understanding**: 5 minutes to understand prediction markets (you're reading it!) {% stepper %} {% step %} ### Install a Solana Wallet Option A: Phantom Wallet (Recommended) * Go to * Download the browser extension for Chrome/Firefox/Brave * Click "Create New Wallet" * CRITICAL: Write down your 12-word seed phrase and store it safely * This is your wallet backup - anyone with this phrase controls your funds * Never share it with anyone * Store it offline (not in cloud/email) * Set a password for quick access * Your wallet is ready! Option B: Solflare Wallet * Go to * Download the browser extension * Follow similar steps to create and secure your wallet Hint: {% hint style="warning" %} Your seed phrase is everything. If you lose it, you lose access to your funds forever. If someone steals it, they steal your funds. Write it on paper and store it securely. {% endhint %} {% endstep %} {% step %} ### Get USDC on Solana You need USDC (a stablecoin pegged to $1 USD) to trade on Predictify. Methods to get USDC: A. Buy Directly in Phantom Wallet * Open Phantom wallet * Click "Buy" * Select USDC * Use credit card or bank transfer (via MoonPay/Coinbase) * USDC appears in your wallet within minutes B. Transfer from Exchange * Buy USDC on a centralized exchange (Coinbase, Binance, Kraken) * Withdraw USDC to your Solana wallet address * CRITICAL: Select "Solana" network (NOT Ethereum, NOT other chains) * Copy your Solana wallet address from Phantom * Paste in exchange withdrawal form * Confirm withdrawal C. Bridge from Another Chain * Use to move USDC from Ethereum/Polygon to Solana * More advanced - only if you already have crypto on other chains How much USDC do I need? * Minimum: $5-10 to start experimenting * Recommended: $50-100 for meaningful trading * Solana fees are tiny (\~$0.001 per transaction), so almost all your funds go to trading {% endstep %} {% step %} ### Connect to Predictify * Go to (or your local instance) * Click "Connect Wallet" in the top navigation * Select your wallet (Phantom or Solflare) * Approve the connection request in your wallet popup * Sign the authentication message * This proves you own the wallet without revealing private keys * It's safe - you're not approving any transactions yet * You're now connected! Your wallet address appears in the nav bar What just happened? * You proved ownership of your wallet address via cryptographic signature * No passwords were created or stored * You can disconnect anytime and reconnect with the same wallet {% endstep %} {% step %} ### Your First Trade * Browse Markets: Click "Markets" to see all active prediction markets * Choose a Market: Find one you have an opinion on * Pick a Side: Decide if you think YES or NO will win * Enter Amount: Type how much USDC you want to bet (e.g., $10) * Review Preview: * See how many shares you'll get * See your potential payout if you win * See current odds and how your bet affects them * Confirm Trade: Click "Confirm Bet" * Approve in Wallet: Your wallet will popup asking you to approve the transaction * Wait for Confirmation: Takes 1-2 seconds on Solana * View Position: Your shares now appear in your portfolio Tip: Start with a small amount ($5-10) to get comfortable with the process before making larger trades. {% endstep %} {% endstepper %} *** ## Creating Markets One of Predictify's most powerful features is that **anyone can create a prediction market**. You don't need permission, special access, or technical knowledge. ### Why Create Markets? * **Earn Revenue**: Get 2.5% of all trading volume on your market forever * **Shape Conversation**: Create markets on topics you care about * **Go Viral**: Every market can be shared as a tweet thread * **Establish Expertise**: Build reputation in your niche {% stepper %} {% step %} ### Create via Twitter (Easiest & Most Viral) * Compose a Tweet with this format: ``` @Predictify Will Bitcoin reach $100,000 by December 31, 2025? ``` * AI Validation: Predictify's AI validates your question: * Is it a yes/no question? * Is it clear and verifiable? * Does it have a timeframe? * Market Goes Live: If valid, you'll get a reply with: * Link to your market * Current odds * Your creator dashboard * Tracking Earnings: Visit your creator dashboard to see: * Total trading volume * Your earnings (2.5% of volume) * Number of participants Examples of Good Twitter Market Tweets: ✅ Good: ``` @Predictify Will the new iPhone be released before October 2025? @Predictify Will unemployment rate drop below 3.5% this quarter? @Predictify Will SpaceX successfully land on Mars by 2030? ``` ❌ Bad: ``` @Predictify What will Bitcoin price be? (Not yes/no, too vague) @Predictify Will it rain? (No timeframe, not specific) @Predictify Who is the best president? (Subjective, no clear resolution criteria) ``` {% endstep %} {% step %} ### Create via Website * Navigate to `/create-market` page on Predictify * Fill Out Form: Title: Clear yes/no question ``` Example: "Will Team X win the championship in 2025?" ``` Description: Additional context and resolution rules ``` Example: "This market resolves YES if Team X wins the 2025 NBA Championship. Resolution will be based on official NBA records. Market closes on June 30, 2025." ``` Category: Select from dropdown * Politics * Sports * Crypto * Tech * Finance * Entertainment * Science * Business * WTF (Miscellaneous) End Date: When the event concludes ``` Example: December 31, 2025, 11:59 PM UTC ``` Image (Optional): Upload a relevant image * Recommended: 1200x630px * JPG or PNG * Preview: Review your market before submitting * Submit: Click "Create Market" * Approve Transaction: Confirm in your wallet (tiny gas fee) * Market Live: Share the link on social media! {% endstep %} {% endstepper %} ### Market Creation Guidelines **Do's:** * ✅ Make questions clear and unambiguous * ✅ Include specific timeframes * ✅ Define resolution criteria in description * ✅ Use proper grammar and spelling * ✅ Choose relevant, timely topics * ✅ Provide sources for verification **Don'ts:** * ❌ Create duplicate markets (search first!) * ❌ Use vague or subjective language * ❌ Make questions without clear end dates * ❌ Create markets on illegal activities * ❌ Use misleading titles or descriptions * ❌ Set end dates too soon (< 24 hours) ### What Makes a Market Successful? **High Trading Volume = More Earnings for You** * Timing: Create markets around trending events (elections, sports playoffs, product launches) * Clarity: Crystal-clear questions with no ambiguity * Interest: Topics people care about (large audiences, high stakes outcomes) * Promotion: Share your market everywhere (Twitter, Discord, Reddit, Telegram) * Engagement: Keep the conversation going (reply to questions, share updates)