Is Polymarket US Legal? 2026 Access Guide
Last updated: November 4, 2026
Quick Answer
US traders use Polymarket US, a CFTC-regulated exchange that has been live since December 2025, through the Polymarket App. You must be 18 or older and verify your identity. It is not available in all jurisdictions, and Polymarket.com, the international site, is view-only for US users.
βPolymarketβ is two venues. Polymarket US is a CFTC-regulated exchange with its own order book, and it is the one US traders use. Polymarket.com is the international site: US users can view it but not trade on it, and its prices can differ from Polymarket US. Here's how US access works.
Federal Status: A CFTC-Regulated Exchange
Polymarket returned to the US after acquiring QCX, a CFTC-regulated exchange and clearinghouse. Polymarket US went live in December 2025. Being CFTC-regulated means the exchange operates under federal oversight; it is not a guarantee of any outcome, and trading is risky.
- βPolymarket US is a CFTC-regulated exchange, live since December 2025
- βYou trade through the Polymarket App
- βYou must be 18 or older and verify your identity
- βPolymarket.com is the international site and is view-only for US users
State Availability
Polymarket US is not available in all jurisdictions. Some state regulators argue that sports event contracts fall under state gaming law, and courts have split on that question. In Nevada, the state Gaming Control Board sued Polymarket on January 16, 2026; a Carson City court issued a temporary restraining order barring it from offering event contracts in Nevada on January 29, 2026, and granted a preliminary injunction on May 29, 2026.
The Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up, so the app is the final word on whether you can trade from where you are. Our state availability map tracks the venues side by side.
Polymarket US says it's available in every state except Nevada. To trade, you must be at least 18 and the age of majority in your state (19 in Alabama and Nebraska, 21 in Mississippi), and the app checks eligibility when you sign up.
| State | Polymarket US | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Available | You must be 19 or older to trade. |
| Alaska | Available | |
| Arizona | Available | |
| Arkansas | Available | |
| California | Available | |
| Colorado | Available | |
| Connecticut | Available | |
| Delaware | Available | |
| Florida | Available | |
| Georgia | Available | |
| Hawaii | Available | |
| Idaho | Available | |
| Illinois | Available | |
| Indiana | Available | |
| Iowa | Available | |
| Kansas | Available | |
| Kentucky | Available | |
| Louisiana | Available | |
| Maine | Available | |
| Maryland | Available | |
| Massachusetts | Available | |
| Michigan | Available | Polymarket US: sports markets are unavailable here; sign-up and other markets are open. |
| Minnesota | Available | |
| Mississippi | Available | You must be 21 or older to trade. |
| Missouri | Available | |
| Montana | Available | |
| Nebraska | Available | You must be 19 or older to trade. |
| Nevada | Not available | Polymarket US lists trading as unavailable here. |
| New Hampshire | Available | |
| New Jersey | Available | |
| New Mexico | Available | |
| New York | Available | |
| North Carolina | Available | |
| North Dakota | Available | |
| Ohio | Available | |
| Oklahoma | Available | |
| Oregon | Available | |
| Pennsylvania | Available | |
| Rhode Island | Available | |
| South Carolina | Available | |
| South Dakota | Available | |
| Tennessee | Available | |
| Texas | Available | |
| Utah | Available | |
| Vermont | Available | |
| Virginia | Available | |
| Washington | Available | |
| West Virginia | Available | |
| Wisconsin | Available | |
| Wyoming | Available | |
| Washington, D.C. | Available |
Source: Polymarket US, in writing and in its app listing (verified 2026-10-26). Not legal advice.
State by state, with dated sources:
- Polymarket US in Alabama
- Polymarket US in Alaska
- Polymarket US in Arizona
- Polymarket US in Arkansas
- Polymarket US in California
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- Polymarket US in Hawaii
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- Polymarket US in Nevada
- Polymarket US in New Hampshire
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- Polymarket US in New Mexico
- Polymarket US in New York
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- Polymarket US in Washington, D.C.
Polymarket US state status: last checked November 4, 2026
What states have done about Polymarket US, newest first. This reports dated events and is not a legal conclusion.
| State | Date | Action | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | October 28, 2026 | Michigan Gaming Control Board: Polymarket US agreed to stop new sports contracts in Michigan and close Michigan sports positions by the end of the day on November 25, 2026. | Close-out due November 25, 2026 | Michigan Gaming Control Boardchecked November 4, 2026 |
| Ohio | October 2, 2026 | Ohio Casino Control Commission: Cease-and-desist over sports contracts. Polymarket US sued in federal court on October 16, 2026 (S.D. Ohio, No. 2:26-cv-01502). | Pending; no ruling found | SBC Americaschecked November 4, 2026 |
| New York | September 24, 2026 | New York Attorney General and Governor: Sued Polymarket US over sports, election and culture contracts. Polymarket US sued back in federal court the same day (QCX LLC v. James, S.D.N.Y.). | Pending; no ruling found | New York Attorney Generalchecked November 4, 2026 |
| Missouri | September 18, 2026 | Missouri Attorney General: Cease-and-desist over sports contracts until licensed by the Missouri Gaming Commission. | No court order found | Missouri Attorney Generalchecked November 4, 2026 |
| Connecticut | September 10, 2026 | Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection: Ordered nine operators, including this one, to stop advertising and offering sports contracts to Connecticut residents. | No court order found | Legal Sports Reportchecked October 26, 2026 |
| Minnesota | July 27, 2026 | Federal court: Minnesotaβs ban on prediction markets was paused four days before it took effect, in a case this company joined with Kalshi and the CFTC. | Ban paused | CoinDeskchecked October 26, 2026 |
| New Mexico | July 5, 2026 | New Mexico Attorney General: The company sued the attorney general, as reported by the press. | Press report only | RotoWire legal timelinechecked October 26, 2026 |
| Kentucky | June 17, 2026 | Kentucky Attorney General: Sued in Franklin Circuit Court over sports contracts. | Pending; no ruling found | WKYTchecked October 26, 2026 |
| Nevada | May 29, 2026 | Nevada Gaming Control Board: A Carson City judge granted the boardβs preliminary injunction against QCX LLC d/b/a Polymarket US, after a temporary restraining order on January 29, 2026. | Polymarket US lists trading as unavailable in Nevada | Nevada Gaming Control Boardchecked November 4, 2026 |
| Rhode Island | May 21, 2026 | Rhode Island Attorney General: Sued in Rhode Island Superior Court over sports contracts. | Pending | Rhode Island Attorney Generalchecked November 4, 2026 |
| Wisconsin | April 23, 2026 | Wisconsin Attorney General: Sued in Dane County Circuit Court over sports contracts. | Pending | The Blockchecked October 26, 2026 |
| Massachusetts | February 9, 2026 | Massachusetts Attorney General: The company sued first to block state enforcement (QCX LLC v. Campbell). The case was paused in March 2026 while Kalshi appeals its own Massachusetts ruling. | Paused at last report (March 2026) | Bloomberg Lawchecked November 4, 2026 |
| Illinois | January 27, 2026 | Illinois Gaming Board: Added the company to its cease-and-desist list. | No court order found | Illinois Gaming Boardchecked October 26, 2026 |
| Tennessee | January 9, 2026 | Tennessee Sports Wagering Council: Cease-and-desist over sports contracts, naming the company directly. | No court order found | The Blockchecked October 26, 2026 |
How US Users Get Started on Polymarket US
Not every market we cover is listed on Polymarket US. Polymarket US referral code β
Polymarket US vs. Other US Prediction Markets
How Polymarket US compares to the other regulated venues US users can trade on:
The same contract can price differently on each venue. Kalshi vs Polymarket US, DraftKings Predictions and where each contract is cheapest after fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polymarket legal in the US in 2026?
US traders use Polymarket US, a CFTC-regulated exchange that has been live since December 2025. It is not available in all jurisdictions, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. Polymarket.com, the international site, is view-only for US users.
Can I use Polymarket US from any state?
No. Polymarket US is not available in all jurisdictions; for example, a Nevada court order bars Polymarket from offering event contracts in Nevada. The Polymarket App checks eligibility at sign-up.
Do I need to verify my identity to use Polymarket US?
Yes. You must be 18 or older and verify your identity to trade on Polymarket US.
Is Polymarket the same as gambling?
Polymarket US lists event contracts on a CFTC-regulated exchange. Some state regulators argue that sports event contracts fall under state gaming law, and courts have split on the question, which is why availability differs by state.
Can I trade on Polymarket.com from the US?
No. Polymarket.com is the international site and is view-only for US users. US traders use Polymarket US, and its prices can differ from Polymarket.com.
What happened to Polymarket in 2022?
Polymarket settled with the CFTC in 2022 for operating an unregistered exchange and stopped serving US users. It returned through Polymarket US after acquiring QCX, a CFTC-regulated exchange and clearinghouse.
Which states have taken action against Polymarket US?
As of November 4, 2026 we track actions in Connecticut, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Wisconsin. Most concern sports contracts, and most are pending. The status table on this page lists each action with its date and source. This reports what happened; it is not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in Oregon?
Polymarket US says it's available in Oregon. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in South Carolina?
Polymarket US says it's available in South Carolina. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in Hawaii?
Polymarket US says it's available in Hawaii. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in Delaware?
Polymarket US says it's available in Delaware. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in Michigan?
Polymarket US says it's available in Michigan, but sports markets are unavailable to users there. Sign-up and other markets are open; you must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in Texas?
Polymarket US says it's available in Texas. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in Wisconsin?
Polymarket US says it's available in Wisconsin. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in North Carolina?
Polymarket US says it's available in North Carolina. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in Maryland?
Polymarket US says it's available in Maryland. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in Washington?
Polymarket US says it's available in Washington. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in Idaho?
Polymarket US says it's available in Idaho. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in Arizona?
Polymarket US says it's available in Arizona. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in California?
Polymarket US says it's available in California. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in Florida?
Polymarket US says it's available in Florida. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in New Jersey?
Polymarket US says it's available in New Jersey. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
Can I use Polymarket US in Oklahoma?
Polymarket US says it's available in Oklahoma. You must be at least 18 to trade, and the Polymarket App checks eligibility when you sign up. This is what Polymarket US says about availability, not a legal conclusion.
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