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Polymarket restricts access from US-based IP addresses, preventing American traders from participating in the world's most liquid prediction market venues. Circumventing this restriction via VPN breaches Polymarket's user agreement and exposes traders to potential legal complications. PolyGram offers a direct solution: identical CLOB liquidity pools, fully accessible to US residents without geographic limitations.
Why Polymarket Blocks US Users
Polymarket faces significant regulatory headwinds across America. The CFTC maintains supervisory authority over event derivatives and has taken enforcement measures against various prediction market operators. Rather than pursue formal US regulatory approval, Polymarket opted for IP-based access denial as a simpler compliance strategy.
This constraint forces American traders into an uncomfortable position: either breach the Terms of Service through VPN usage (incurring legal exposure) or seek a compliant alternative offering comparable market depth. PolyGram fills precisely this gap.
PolyGram: Full Access for US Traders
PolyGram grants US residents unrestricted participation in prediction markets via its Telegram Mini App interface:
- Geographic restrictions disabled — no IP-based blocking
- VPN unnecessary — operates seamlessly across standard US broadband
- Identical CLOB order books to Polymarket — matching spreads and depth
- USDC payouts via Polygon — consistent settlement mechanism
- Telegram-based login — streamlined onboarding without wallet complexity
CFTC-Regulated Alternative: Kalshi
For traders prioritising regulatory certainty, Kalshi stands as the sole CFTC-authorised prediction market operator serving the US market. The tradeoff involves elevated transaction costs (ranging 3–5%), constrained market catalogue (approximately 200 offerings versus 1,000+), and mandatory fiat-denominated settlement. Most active traders seeking robust liquidity and competitive pricing find PolyGram a superior option compared to regulated alternatives.
Getting Started as a US Trader
- Launch Telegram — access PolyGram
- Fund your account using USDC through any Polygon-enabled transfer method
- Begin trading instantly — no identity verification delays, no holding periods
FAQ
- Is PolyGram legal for US traders?
- PolyGram operates as an on-chain protocol deployed on Polygon. On-chain prediction market participation occupies uncertain legal territory for US-based individuals. Seek guidance from a qualified US legal professional regarding your specific circumstances and obligations.
- Does PolyGram have the same markets as Polymarket?
- Absolutely — PolyGram taps into the identical CLOB infrastructure. Market selection, pricing mechanisms, and available liquidity remain consistent across both platforms.
- Why is Polymarket blocked in the US but not PolyGram?
- Polymarket enforces geographic access controls as an operational policy. PolyGram implements no such territorial restrictions. The underlying smart contracts remain permissionless and globally available.