> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.predyx.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.predyx.com/trading/markdown.md).

# Basics

### Making Your First Trade on Predyx <a href="#making-your-first-trade-on-predyx" id="making-your-first-trade-on-predyx"></a>

Buying your first prediction on Predyx is simple.\
You don’t need to deposit Bitcoin — you pay **directly from your Bitcoin Lightning wallet** in\
sats.

#### Step-by-Step <a href="#step-by-step" id="step-by-step"></a>

**1. Find a Market**

Go to the **Markets** page:\
<https://predyx.com/markets>\
Scroll, search, or tap categories to find a question you care about.

**2. Choose Your Answer**

Open a market.\
On the market page, pick the outcome you believe in — usually Yes or No.\
Enter how many shares you want to buy.

**3. Pay with Your Lightning Wallet**

Tap **Buy ( )**.✔️\
A Lightning payment request will appear.\
Open your Lightning wallet, scan or tap to pay, and send sats.\
No deposits✔️\
No balances to manage✔️\
You pay only when you trade✔️

**4. That’s It — You’re In**

> ### Once the payment goes through, your trade is live instantly. You can see your position right away and track how it performs. <a href="#once-the-payment-goes-through-your-trade-is-live-instantly.you-can-see-your-position-right-away-and" id="once-the-payment-goes-through-your-trade-is-live-instantly.you-can-see-your-position-right-away-and"></a>

### What Is a Lightning Wallet? <a href="#what-is-a-lightning-wallet" id="what-is-a-lightning-wallet"></a>

A Lightning wallet is a **Bitcoin wallet made for fast, small payments**.\
Instead of waiting minutes for Bitcoin transactions, Lightning payments go through in\
**seconds** and cost **almost nothing**.\
With a Lightning wallet, you can:

* Send and receive sats instantly
* Pay directly from your own wallet
* Stay in full control of your Bitcoin\
  Popular Lightning wallets include mobile apps that work just like regular payment apps.\
  If you’re new, start with one of these — they’re simple and mobile-friendly:

#### Beginner-Friendly Lightning Wallets <a href="#beginner-friendly-lightning-wallets" id="beginner-friendly-lightning-wallets"></a>

* **Wallet of Satoshi**\
  Easiest to use. No setup headaches.\
  Best for first-timers.
* **Blink Wallet**\
  Fast, clean, and easy to use.\
  Great for everyday Lightning payments.
* **Speed Wallet**\
  Simple interface with quick Lightning payments.\
  Good balance of speed and usability.\
  **Which wallet should I choose?**\
  If you want the simplest start, use Wallet of Satoshi; if you want a fast, clean everyday\
  wallet, choose Blink; if you want a lightweight option with quick payments, go with Speed\
  Wallet.\
  **Tip:** Install one wallet, add some sats, and you’re ready ⚡

***

> If you can scan a QR code or tap “pay with Wallet,” you can use Predyx.

***

That’s it.\
If you can use a Lightning wallet, you can trade on Predyx ⚡

***

### 2-Minute Quick Start (TL;DR)⏱️ <a href="#minute-quick-start-tldr" id="minute-quick-start-tldr"></a>

1. Install a Lightning wallet
2. Sign up on Predyx
3. Pick a market
4. Choose **Yes** or **No**
5. Pay with sats from your external Bitcoin Lightning Wallet
6. Done ⚡\
   \
   That’s it.\
   If you’ve got 2 minutes and a Lightning wallet, you’re ready to trade.

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