When a market on Polymarket resolves, your positions settle automatically. Here is how.
Timeline
| Step | What Happens | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Event occurs | The real-world event happens | Varies |
| Market resolves | Polymarket oracle confirms the outcome | 1-72 hours |
| Shares redeemed | Winning shares converted to USDC | Automatic (minutes) |
| Funds available | USDC appears in your wallet | After redemption |
Outcomes Explained
| Outcome | What It Means | What You Get |
|---|---|---|
| WON | Your position was correct | $1.00 per share (minus entry cost = profit) |
| LOST | Your position was incorrect | $0 (you lose your investment) |
| VOIDED | Market cancelled/invalid | Original investment returned |
Automatic Redemption
Polyfollow automatically redeems your winning positions. You do not need to do anything. The USDC appears in your wallet balance within minutes of market resolution.