# 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](connecting-your-wallet) guide.

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### 💰 2. Get USDC on Base

* Use a bridge like [Base Bridge](https://bridge.base.org/) 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](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](../using-predictbase/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](../using-predictbase/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](../using-predictbase/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](../using-predictbase/creating-a-market)

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