When Positions Automatically Resolve
Some positions close automatically. Here's how it works.
Types of Position Closures
| Type | Trigger | You Need to Do |
|---|---|---|
| Market Resolution | Event outcome decided | Nothing - automatic |
| Trader Sells | Trader you copy sells | Nothing - we copy the sell |
| Manual Sell | You click sell | Click the button |
| Expiry | Market reaches end date | Nothing - auto-resolves |
Resolution Timeline
| Phase | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Event occurs | Real-world outcome is clear |
| Oracle confirms | Polymarket verifies outcome |
| Settlement | Winning shares → $1, Losing → $0 |
| Funds available | Your USDC balance updates |
Typical time: 24-72 hours after event.
What You Receive
| Outcome | Your 100 YES shares → |
|---|---|
| YES wins | 100 × $1 = $100 |
| NO wins | 100 × $0 = $0 |
After Resolution
| Happens Automatically |
|---|
| Position marked "Closed" |
| P&L calculated |
| Profit fee deducted (if profit) |
| Funds available for new trades |
Notifications
You'll receive notifications when:
- A position resolves
- Profits are earned
- Fees are collected
Disputed Resolutions
| Scenario | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Resolution is challenged | Market stays open |
| UMA oracle reviews | Takes 24-48 hours |
| Final decision | Market settles accordingly |
Rare but possible on controversial outcomes.
Positions Still Showing as Open?
If a market has ended but your positions still appear in the "Open" tab:
| Cause | What to Do |
|---|---|
| Resolution pending | Wait 24-72 hours for Polymarket oracle to settle |
| Disputed outcome | Can take longer - check Polymarket for status |
| Display delay | Your funds are safe. Try refreshing the page |
Your funds are always safe on-chain regardless of what the dashboard shows.
Pro Tip
Don't panic if resolution is delayed. Complex events (elections, legal cases) can take 2-3 days to officially resolve.