Polymarket restricts access from US-based internet connections, preventing American traders from participating in one of the most liquid prediction market venues globally. Circumventing this restriction via VPN breaches Polymarket's user agreement and exposes traders to potential legal exposure. PolyGram offers a direct solution: identical CLOB liquidity pools, fully available to US-based participants without geographical limitations.
Why Polymarket Blocks US Users
Polymarket faces significant regulatory headwinds in America. The CFTC maintains authority over event-based derivative contracts and has taken enforcement measures against prediction market operators in prior cases. Rather than undertake the compliance infrastructure required for US operations, Polymarket implemented geographical blocking as a simpler operational choice.
This creates an awkward situation for American traders: either circumvent the block using a VPN (breaching terms and incurring legal uncertainty) or seek an equivalent platform with comparable market depth. PolyGram fills precisely that gap.
PolyGram: Full Access for US Traders
PolyGram grants US-based traders complete, unrestricted participation in prediction markets via its Telegram Mini App interface:
- Unrestricted access regardless of geographical location
- No VPN needed — functions seamlessly on standard US broadband
- Identical CLOB order books to Polymarket — matching spreads and depth
- USDC payouts on Polygon network — consistent settlement mechanism
- Telegram-based authentication — streamlined onboarding without wallet complexity
CFTC-Regulated Alternative: Kalshi
For traders prioritising regulatory oversight, Kalshi stands as the sole CFTC-authorised prediction market platform operating domestically. The tradeoff involves steeper trading costs (3-5% range), narrower market catalogue (~200 offerings versus 1,000+), and requirement for traditional currency settlement. For the majority seeking competitive pricing and robust market selection, PolyGram represents the more practical 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 — no mandatory verification delays, no approval waiting
FAQ
- Is PolyGram legal for US traders?
- PolyGram operates as a decentralised application on the Polygon blockchain. Blockchain-based prediction markets occupy an ambiguous regulatory position for US participants. Seek guidance from a licensed US attorney regarding your particular circumstances and jurisdiction.
- Does PolyGram have the same markets as Polymarket?
- Absolutely — PolyGram taps into identical CLOB order books. Market availability, pricing, and available liquidity remain consistent across both platforms.
- Why is Polymarket blocked in the US but not PolyGram?
- Polymarket enforces geographical restrictions as a deliberate corporate policy. PolyGram does not impose such location-based access controls. The underlying blockchain contracts remain universally accessible.