Quickstart

⚡ Quick Start

This guide will help you get started with PredictBase in just a few minutes.

Whether you're new to prediction markets or a seasoned Web3 user, follow these steps to start betting and creating markets.

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🔌 1. Connect Your Wallet

• Use MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet, or any WalletConnect-supported app.

• Approve the connection to PredictBase.

• Ensure you're on the Base network.

👉 Need help? Follow the Connecting Your Wallet guide.

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💰 2. Get USDC on Base

• Use a bridge like Base Bridge to move USDC to the Base network.

• You’ll also need a small amount of ETH on Base for gas.

👉 Learn more in Bridging to Base

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🏪 3. Explore Markets

• Browse open markets based on categories like Crypto, Sports, Politics, etc.

• View current odds and market details.

👉 Learn more in Exploring Markets

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🧾 4. Place Your Bet

• Choose a market and prediction option.

• Enter the USDC amount you want to bet.

• Approve the transaction and confirm in your wallet.

👉 Full guide: Placing a Bet

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🏆 5. Wait for Resolution

• Once the event concludes, admins verify the result.

• Resolved markets allow winners to claim USDC payouts.

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💸 6. Claim Winnings

• Go to Dashboard → My Bets

• Click “Claim” next to resolved bets.

• Confirm via your wallet.

👉 See Claiming Winnings

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✍️ 7. Create Your Own Market

• Navigate to the Create Market page

• Fill in details: question, deadline, options, resolution URL

• Submit and wait for admin review

👉 See Creating a Market

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🎉 That’s it — you're now ready to Predict, Participate, and Profit on PredictBase!