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What is PolySimulator?
PolySimulator is a free paper trading simulator for Polymarket, the world's largest prediction market. We give you $1,000 in virtual funds to practice trading on real prediction markets — with live odds from Polymarket's actual order book.
Whether you want to practice trading election outcomes, crypto price movements, sports events, or world news, PolySimulator lets you build your skills without risking real money. Think of it as a flight simulator for prediction markets.
Unlike Polymarket itself, we don't require KYC verification, crypto wallet setup, or deposits. Just sign up and start trading in seconds.
How Paper Trading Works
1
Create Free Account
Sign up with Google, Apple, or email. No KYC, no identity verification, no wallet required.
2
Get $1,000 Virtual Balance
Your paper trading account is instantly funded with $1,000 in virtual USDC.
3
Browse Live Markets
Explore hundreds of prediction markets with real-time odds from Polymarket.
4
Place Paper Trades
Buy YES or NO shares on any outcome. Track your positions in real-time.
5
Track Your Performance
Monitor your PnL, win rate, and portfolio value as markets resolve.
6
Go Live When Ready
Once confident, switch to real Polymarket trading with your proven strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PolySimulator free?▼
Yes, PolySimulator is completely free. Your $1,000 virtual balance is play money with no real value. We make money through premium features and affiliate partnerships, not your trades.
Do I need a crypto wallet to use PolySimulator?▼
No. Unlike Polymarket, PolySimulator doesn't require any cryptocurrency or wallet setup. Just sign up with your email or social account and start trading.
Are the market prices real?▼
Yes! We sync live prices from Polymarket's actual order book every few seconds. You're practicing with real market data, just using virtual money.
Is PolySimulator affiliated with Polymarket?▼
No. PolySimulator is an independent educational tool. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Polymarket Inc. in any way.
Can I withdraw my virtual money?▼
No. The virtual USDC in your account has no real monetary value and cannot be withdrawn, transferred, or exchanged for real currency.
How is this different from a Polymarket demo account?▼
Polymarket doesn't offer a demo mode. PolySimulator fills this gap by providing a risk-free environment to practice before you commit real money.
Have more questions? Check our complete FAQ page or contact us.
Why Practice Before Trading Real Money?
Learn Market Mechanics
Prediction markets work differently than stocks or sports betting. Understanding how YES/NO shares work, how liquidity affects prices, and how to read probability odds takes practice.
Test Your Strategies
Think you can beat the market on politics? Crypto? Sports? Paper trading lets you prove it (or refine your approach) without risking a single dollar.
Build Confidence
The emotional pressure of real-money trading causes many beginners to make poor decisions. Practice in a stress-free environment first.
Track Your Edge
Our portfolio tracking shows your actual win rate and ROI. Know your true skill level before putting real capital at risk.
PolySimulator is a prediction market simulation platform founded in November 2025 at the Technical University of Munich by Erik Eremenko and Wladimir Kirjanovs. Practice prediction market trading, backtesting, and strategy development with virtual balances. Learn more about the company