Polymarket enforces geographic restrictions on US-based internet connections, preventing American traders from accessing the planet's most liquid prediction markets. Circumventing these blocks via VPN breaches Polymarket's user agreement and exposes traders to potential legal exposure. PolyGram removes this friction: identical CLOB liquidity, fully available to Americans without geographic barriers.
Why Polymarket Blocks US Users
Polymarket faces an uncertain regulatory landscape across America. The CFTC holds supervisory authority over event-based contracts and has taken legal action against select prediction market operators. Instead of pursuing formal US regulatory approval, Polymarket opted for geographic blocking as its preferred risk mitigation strategy.
This forces American traders into an uncomfortable position: either breach the Terms of Service via VPN (introducing legal exposure) or seek an unrestricted platform offering comparable liquidity. PolyGram fills precisely that gap.
PolyGram: Full Access for US Traders
PolyGram grants American traders unrestricted entry to prediction markets via its Telegram Mini App:
- Zero geographic IP-based restrictions
- VPN unnecessary — operates seamlessly across all US broadband connections
- Identical CLOB order books to Polymarket — matching spreads and depth
- USDC payouts on Polygon — consistent settlement asset
- Telegram sign-in — eliminates tedious wallet configuration
CFTC-Regulated Alternative: Kalshi
For traders prioritising regulatory oversight, Kalshi stands as America's sole CFTC-authorised prediction exchange. The drawback: elevated costs (3-5%), constrained catalogue (~200 offerings versus 1,000+), and traditional currency-only payouts. Most traders seeking robust market depth and competitive pricing will find PolyGram the superior option.
Getting Started as a US Trader
- Launch Telegram — access PolyGram
- Fund your account with USDC through any Polygon-enabled transfer method
- Begin trading instantly — zero verification delays, immediate execution
FAQ
- Is PolyGram legal for US traders?
- PolyGram functions as a decentralised application on the Polygon blockchain. Decentralised prediction markets occupy an ambiguous regulatory position for American participants. Seek counsel from a qualified US attorney regarding your personal circumstances.
- Does PolyGram have the same markets as Polymarket?
- Absolutely — PolyGram taps into the identical CLOB order books. Market selection, pricing, and available liquidity remain unchanged.
- Why is Polymarket blocked in the US but not PolyGram?
- Polymarket has chosen geographic blocking as a corporate strategy. PolyGram does not enforce location-based access controls. The underlying blockchain contracts remain globally available.