Guide

What is ShowStakr?

ShowStakr is a prediction market platform on Base, allowing you to stake USDC on future event outcomes and profit from your knowledge.

Studies show prediction markets are often more accurate than experts because they aggregate diverse opinions into a single probability. Our markets combine news, analysis, and collective wisdom into real-time odds for events that matter to you.

Back your predictions with USDC. Winners share the losers' pool.

Quick Overview

Stake USDC on prediction outcomes (e.g., "Who will win the championship?")

Winners share the entire pool proportionally based on their stake amount

You're not betting against "the house" – the counterparty is other ShowStakr users

No one gets banned for winning too much

How to Sign Up

Getting started on ShowStakr is quick and secure. Simply connect your crypto wallet to begin.

Built for Base

Optimized experience on Base network

ShowStakr is designed to work seamlessly within the Base ecosystem. For the smoothest experience, use it directly within the Base app or Coinbase Wallet.

Supported Wallets

While optimized for Base, ShowStakr also supports these popular wallets:

Coinbase Wallet

Recommended - Best integration with Base

MetaMask

Popular browser extension wallet

Phantom

Multi-chain wallet with Base support

Base Network Required

Make sure your wallet is connected to the Base network. If prompted, approve the network switch in your wallet.

How to Deposit

ShowStakr uses USDC (USD Coin), a regulated stablecoin backed 1:1 by US dollars. All transactions happen on the Base network.

About USDC on Base

Using USDC on Base ensures fast, low-cost transactions. Gas fees are minimal compared to Ethereum mainnet.

Deposit Steps

Navigate to Wallet

Go to the Wallet page from the navigation menu.

Click Deposit

Enter the amount of USDC you want to deposit.

Approve Transaction

Confirm the transaction in your wallet. Your balance updates once confirmed.

Need USDC on Base?

Purchase USDC on exchanges like Coinbase and send it to your wallet on Base. If your USDC is on another network (Ethereum, Polygon, etc.), you'll need to bridge it to Base first.

Making Your First Stake

Once you've connected your wallet and deposited funds, you're ready to make predictions.

1. Browse Polls

Visit the Polls page to see all active predictions. Use filters to find topics you're knowledgeable about – sports, politics, crypto, entertainment, and more.

2. Select a Poll

Click on a poll to see details including current odds, total pool size, number of players, and time remaining.

3. Place Your Stake

Click "Stake," choose the option you believe will win, enter your stake amount (minimum 0.1 USDC), and confirm.

4. Wait for Resolution

Once the event occurs, the poll will be resolved. If you predicted correctly, winnings are automatically added to your balance.

Pro Tip

Look for polls where you have unique knowledge. If you're an expert on a topic, this is your opportunity to profit while improving market accuracy.

How to Withdraw

Withdraw your USDC balance to your connected wallet at any time.

Withdrawal Steps

Go to Wallet

Navigate to the Wallet page from the menu.

Click Withdraw

Enter the amount you want to withdraw. You'll see the fees and net amount before confirming.

Receive USDC

USDC will be sent to your connected wallet on Base. Processing is typically fast.

Important

Withdrawals are sent to your connected wallet on Base network. Make sure your wallet supports Base before withdrawing.

How Are Odds Calculated?

Percentages on ShowStakr represent the current distribution of stakes for each option.

Example

In a market predicting "Will Team A win the championship?":

Team A (Yes)65%

Team B (No)35%

This means 65% of total staked USDC is on Team A. If Team A wins, those stakers share the entire pool proportionally.

The Underdog Advantage

Staking on the less popular option yields higher returns if you're right. Fewer stakers means a larger share of the losing pool for each winner.

How Are Polls Resolved?

Poll resolution determines which option won and triggers payouts to winners.

Resolution Process

Poll outcomes are determined by platform administrators based on verifiable real-world events. We use official sources and wait for confirmed results before resolving.

Automatic Payouts

Once resolved, winnings are automatically calculated and added to winners' balances. You'll receive a notification when this happens.

Cancelled Polls

If a poll is cancelled (e.g., event didn't happen), all stakes are fully refunded to participants automatically.

Winnings & Payouts

When your prediction is correct, here's how payouts work.

How Winnings are Calculated

Winners share the entire pool proportionally based on their stake amount relative to the winning side's total.

Example:

Total Pool: 100 USDC

Your Stake: 10 USDC (on winning side)

Winning Side Total: 60 USDC

Your Share: 16.67 USDC

(10/60 × 100 = 16.67)

Profit Potential

Your profit = Your share of pool - Your original stake. In the example above: 16.67 - 10 = 6.67 USDC profit (66.7% return).

Fees

ShowStakr charges minimal fees to maintain the platform.

Staking

No fee

Placing stakes is free. Your full stake amount goes into the pool.

Winnings

Platform fee

A small platform fee is deducted from winnings. The exact percentage is shown when you view your winnings.

Withdrawals

Platform + Network fee

Withdrawals include a platform fee and network gas fees. The exact amounts are shown before you confirm.

Deposits

Network gas only

ShowStakr doesn't charge deposit fees. You only pay the network gas fee for the transaction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my prediction after staking?

No, stakes are final and cannot be changed, sold, or cancelled. Unlike some platforms, you can't exit early. Make sure you're confident before confirming.

Is ShowStakr the house?

No. You're not betting against ShowStakr – you're staking against other users. We don't set odds or take the other side of your trade. We only facilitate the market and take a small platform fee.

Is my money safe?

We never have access to your private keys. All transactions are signed by you through your own wallet. Deposited funds are held securely on-chain on the Base network.

What's the minimum and maximum stake?

Minimum stake is 0.1 USDC. Maximum limits may vary by poll and are shown when placing your stake.

Why crypto / Why Base?

Crypto enables instant, global, and transparent transactions. Base provides fast confirmations and low fees while inheriting Ethereum's security. USDC ensures your funds maintain stable USD value.

What is a prediction market?

A prediction market is a platform where people stake money on the outcomes of future events. Prices/odds emerge from what participants are willing to stake, aggregating collective knowledge into probabilities.

What happens if a poll is cancelled?

All stakes are fully refunded to participants. You'll see the refund in your wallet balance automatically.

Can I stake on multiple options?

No, you can only stake once per poll on a single option. This ensures you have skin in the game for your actual prediction.

Still have questions?

We're here to help. Reach out to our support team.

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Guide

Back to Polls

What is ShowStakr?

ShowStakr is a prediction market platform on Base, allowing you to stake USDC on future event outcomes and profit from your knowledge.

Back your predictions with USDC. Winners share the losers' pool.

Quick Overview

Stake USDC on prediction outcomes (e.g., "Who will win the championship?")

Winners share the entire pool proportionally based on their stake amount

You're not betting against "the house" – the counterparty is other ShowStakr users

No one gets banned for winning too much

How to Sign Up

Getting started on ShowStakr is quick and secure. Simply connect your crypto wallet to begin.

Built for Base

Optimized experience on Base network

ShowStakr is designed to work seamlessly within the Base ecosystem. For the smoothest experience, use it directly within the Base app or Coinbase Wallet.

Supported Wallets

While optimized for Base, ShowStakr also supports these popular wallets:

Coinbase Wallet

Recommended - Best integration with Base

MetaMask

Popular browser extension wallet

Phantom

Multi-chain wallet with Base support

Base Network Required

Make sure your wallet is connected to the Base network. If prompted, approve the network switch in your wallet.

How to Deposit

ShowStakr uses USDC (USD Coin), a regulated stablecoin backed 1:1 by US dollars. All transactions happen on the Base network.

About USDC on Base

Using USDC on Base ensures fast, low-cost transactions. Gas fees are minimal compared to Ethereum mainnet.

Deposit Steps

Navigate to Wallet

Go to the Wallet page from the navigation menu.

Click Deposit

Enter the amount of USDC you want to deposit.

Approve Transaction

Confirm the transaction in your wallet. Your balance updates once confirmed.

Need USDC on Base?

Purchase USDC on exchanges like Coinbase and send it to your wallet on Base. If your USDC is on another network (Ethereum, Polygon, etc.), you'll need to bridge it to Base first.

Making Your First Stake

Once you've connected your wallet and deposited funds, you're ready to make predictions.

1. Browse Polls

Visit the Polls page to see all active predictions. Use filters to find topics you're knowledgeable about – sports, politics, crypto, entertainment, and more.

2. Select a Poll

Click on a poll to see details including current odds, total pool size, number of players, and time remaining.

3. Place Your Stake

Click "Stake," choose the option you believe will win, enter your stake amount (minimum 0.1 USDC), and confirm.

4. Wait for Resolution

Once the event occurs, the poll will be resolved. If you predicted correctly, winnings are automatically added to your balance.

Pro Tip

Look for polls where you have unique knowledge. If you're an expert on a topic, this is your opportunity to profit while improving market accuracy.

How to Withdraw

Withdraw your USDC balance to your connected wallet at any time.

Withdrawal Steps

Go to Wallet

Navigate to the Wallet page from the menu.

Click Withdraw

Enter the amount you want to withdraw. You'll see the fees and net amount before confirming.

Receive USDC

USDC will be sent to your connected wallet on Base. Processing is typically fast.

Important

Withdrawals are sent to your connected wallet on Base network. Make sure your wallet supports Base before withdrawing.

How Are Odds Calculated?

Percentages on ShowStakr represent the current distribution of stakes for each option.

Example

In a market predicting "Will Team A win the championship?":

Team A (Yes)65%

Team B (No)35%

This means 65% of total staked USDC is on Team A. If Team A wins, those stakers share the entire pool proportionally.

The Underdog Advantage

Staking on the less popular option yields higher returns if you're right. Fewer stakers means a larger share of the losing pool for each winner.

How Are Polls Resolved?

Poll resolution determines which option won and triggers payouts to winners.

Resolution Process

Poll outcomes are determined by platform administrators based on verifiable real-world events. We use official sources and wait for confirmed results before resolving.

Automatic Payouts

Once resolved, winnings are automatically calculated and added to winners' balances. You'll receive a notification when this happens.

Cancelled Polls

If a poll is cancelled (e.g., event didn't happen), all stakes are fully refunded to participants automatically.

Winnings & Payouts

When your prediction is correct, here's how payouts work.

How Winnings are Calculated

Winners share the entire pool proportionally based on their stake amount relative to the winning side's total.

Example:

Total Pool: 100 USDC

Your Stake: 10 USDC (on winning side)

Winning Side Total: 60 USDC

Your Share: 16.67 USDC

(10/60 × 100 = 16.67)

Profit Potential

Your profit = Your share of pool - Your original stake. In the example above: 16.67 - 10 = 6.67 USDC profit (66.7% return).

Fees

ShowStakr charges minimal fees to maintain the platform.

Staking

No fee

Placing stakes is free. Your full stake amount goes into the pool.

Winnings

Platform fee

A small platform fee is deducted from winnings. The exact percentage is shown when you view your winnings.

Withdrawals

Platform + Network fee

Withdrawals include a platform fee and network gas fees. The exact amounts are shown before you confirm.

Deposits

Network gas only

ShowStakr doesn't charge deposit fees. You only pay the network gas fee for the transaction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my prediction after staking?

No, stakes are final and cannot be changed, sold, or cancelled. Unlike some platforms, you can't exit early. Make sure you're confident before confirming.

Is ShowStakr the house?

No. You're not betting against ShowStakr – you're staking against other users. We don't set odds or take the other side of your trade. We only facilitate the market and take a small platform fee.

Is my money safe?

We never have access to your private keys. All transactions are signed by you through your own wallet. Deposited funds are held securely on-chain on the Base network.

What's the minimum and maximum stake?

Minimum stake is 0.1 USDC. Maximum limits may vary by poll and are shown when placing your stake.

Why crypto / Why Base?

Crypto enables instant, global, and transparent transactions. Base provides fast confirmations and low fees while inheriting Ethereum's security. USDC ensures your funds maintain stable USD value.

What is a prediction market?

What happens if a poll is cancelled?

All stakes are fully refunded to participants. You'll see the refund in your wallet balance automatically.

Can I stake on multiple options?

No, you can only stake once per poll on a single option. This ensures you have skin in the game for your actual prediction.

Still have questions?

We're here to help. Reach out to our support team.