> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.anumaan.xyz/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Checking Your Balance

> View and understand your wallet balance

## Overview

Your wallet balance shows how much USDC you have available for trading. anumaan bot makes it easy to check your balance at any time and understand what funds you have available.

## How to Check Balance

### Quick Balance Check

Use the balance command for a detailed view:

```bash theme={null}
/balance
```

This displays:

* **USDC Balance**: Your available trading funds
* **POL Balance**: Polygon network gas tokens
* **Wallet Address**: Your unique Polygon address
* **Quick Actions**: Fund wallet, view transactions, check positions

### From Wallet Dashboard

Alternatively, access from the wallet dashboard:

```bash theme={null}
/wallet
```

The dashboard shows your balance along with other wallet information and management options.

<Tip>
  **Pro Tip**: The `/balance` command is fastest for a quick balance check, while `/wallet` gives you the full dashboard with additional options.
</Tip>

## Understanding Your Balance

### USDC Balance

**This is your trading balance** - the amount available for placing trades on Polymarket.

```
💰 USDC: $125.50
```

* **What it is**: USD Coin stablecoin (1 USDC = \$1 USD)
* **Used for**: All trading on Polymarket
* **Gasless**: No gas fees deducted from this balance for trades
* **Instant**: Updates in real-time after trades and deposits

<Info>
  USDC is a stablecoin pegged 1:1 with the US Dollar, so $100 USDC ≈ $100 USD
</Info>

### POL Balance

**Network gas tokens** - Usually not needed for trading.

```
⛽ POL: 0.05 ($0.10)
```

* **What it is**: Polygon network's native token (formerly MATIC)
* **Used for**: Gas fees on Polygon network
* **Trading**: NOT needed - all trades are gasless!
* **Display**: Shown for informational purposes

<Note>
  You don't need POL tokens for trading! Polymarket covers all gas fees. POL is only shown for completeness.
</Note>

## Balance States

### Healthy Balance ✅

```
💰 USDC: $50.00+
⛽ POL: Any amount
```

You're ready to trade! Sufficient USDC for multiple positions.

### Low Balance ⚠️

```
💰 USDC: $1.00 - $10.00
```

You can still trade but consider funding soon for more opportunities.

### Insufficient Balance ❌

```
💰 USDC: $0.00 - $1.00
```

Need to fund wallet to place trades. Minimum \$1 recommended.

## Balance Updates

Your balance updates automatically in these situations:

### When Balance Increases

* ✅ USDC deposit from exchange or wallet
* ✅ Profitable position closed
* ✅ Position sold at higher price
* ✅ Winning prediction resolved

### When Balance Decreases

* ❌ Placed a new trade (bought shares)
* ❌ Losing position closed
* ❌ Position sold at lower price
* ❌ Lost prediction resolved

<Info>
  **Real-time Updates**: Balance reflects changes within seconds of any transaction. If you don't see an update, wait 1-2 minutes and check again.
</Info>

## Viewing Balance Details

### From the Balance Command

```bash theme={null}
/balance
```

Shows:

1. **Current Balances**: USDC and POL amounts
2. **USD Value**: Dollar equivalent of all tokens
3. **Wallet Address**: Where to send deposits
4. **Action Buttons**:
   * 💰 Fund Wallet
   * 📊 View Positions
   * 🔄 Refresh Balance

### From the Wallet Dashboard

```bash theme={null}
/wallet
```

Includes everything from `/balance` plus:

* Recent transaction history
* Active positions summary
* Wallet management options
* Advanced features access

## Checking Transaction History

To see detailed transaction history:

1. Use `/wallet` for quick recent transactions
2. Visit [PolygonScan](https://polygonscan.com) and search your wallet address
3. View all deposits, trades, and transfers on-chain

<Tip>
  **Bookmark PolygonScan**: Add your wallet address to PolygonScan's watchlist for real-time alerts on all transactions.
</Tip>

## Balance and Trading Calculations

### Available for Trading

Your USDC balance is what's **available** for new trades:

```
Current Balance: $100.00 USDC
Active Positions: Using $60.00
Available for new trades: $100.00
```

<Note>
  Unlike traditional trading platforms, your USDC isn't "locked" when you buy shares. You can use it again once positions are closed.
</Note>

### After Placing a Trade

When you buy shares:

```
Before Trade:
  Balance: $100.00

Buy $20 YES shares:
  Balance: $80.00
  Position: $20 YES shares

Your $20 is now in shares, not liquid USDC.
```

### After Closing a Position

When you sell or position resolves:

```
Position: $20 YES shares
Market price increased to $0.75

Sell at $0.75:
  Receive: ~$30 USDC (50% profit)
  New Balance: $110.00
```

## Common Balance Questions

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Why is my balance different from what I deposited?">
    Your balance changes when you:

    * Place trades (decreases by trade amount)
    * Close positions (increases if profitable, decreases if at loss)
    * Markets resolve (winning bets paid out)

    Check `/positions` to see where your funds are currently allocated.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Do I need a minimum balance?">
    Minimum recommended balances:

    * **To trade**: \$1 USDC (minimum trade size)
    * **Recommended start**: \$10-50 USDC
    * **Active trading**: \$50+ USDC

    No maximum limit!
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Why do I have POL tokens?">
    POL tokens might appear if:

    * Someone sent POL to your wallet
    * You received POL from an airdrop
    * Leftover from a transaction

    You don't need POL for trading - it's just displayed for completeness.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I withdraw my balance?">
    Yes! You can send USDC from your wallet to:

    * Exchanges (Coinbase, Binance, etc.)
    * Other wallets
    * Hardware wallets

    Use your wallet address and standard Polygon transfers. Contact support if you need help with withdrawals.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How often does balance update?">
    Balance updates are near-instant:

    * After trades: \~5-10 seconds
    * After deposits: \~30-60 seconds on Polygon
    * After position close: \~5-10 seconds

    Use "Refresh Balance" button if needed.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Troubleshooting Balance Issues

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Balance Shows $0 But I Deposited">
    If you deposited but balance is still \$0:

    1. **Check transaction status**:
       * Visit [PolygonScan](https://polygonscan.com)
       * Search your wallet address
       * Verify transaction confirmed

    2. **Verify correct network**:
       * Ensure you sent on Polygon network
       * Check you sent USDC (not another token)

    3. **Wait for confirmation**:
       * Polygon: \~30 seconds
       * Ethereum bridge: 5-15 minutes
       * CEX withdrawal: 5-30 minutes

    4. **Refresh balance**:
       ```bash theme={null}
       /balance
       ```
       Click "Refresh Balance" button

    5. Still missing? Contact support with transaction hash.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Balance Decreased Unexpectedly">
    Unexpected balance changes usually mean:

    1. **Active trades**: Check `/positions` - funds may be in open positions
    2. **Automatic copy trade**: If copy trading is enabled, automatic trades use your balance
    3. **Market resolution**: A losing position was resolved

    Review your transaction history on PolygonScan to see exactly what happened.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Balance Not Updating After Trade">
    If balance seems stuck:

    1. Wait 30 seconds (blockchain confirmation)
    2. Use the "Refresh Balance" button
    3. Try `/balance` command again
    4. Check PolygonScan for transaction status
    5. If trade failed, balance should remain unchanged

    Persistent issues? Contact support.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Negative Balance or Incorrect Amount">
    You should never have a negative balance. If you see this:

    1. Take a screenshot
    2. Try `/balance` again to confirm
    3. Contact support immediately
    4. Don't place new trades until resolved

    This is likely a display error that will be corrected.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Balance Management Tips

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Regular Checks" icon="clock">
    Check balance before and after trades to track your funds
  </Card>

  <Card title="Track Positions" icon="list-check">
    Remember `/positions` shows where your USDC is currently invested
  </Card>

  <Card title="Keep Reserve" icon="piggy-bank">
    Maintain some USDC balance for new opportunities
  </Card>

  <Card title="Monitor History" icon="magnifying-glass-chart">
    Review PolygonScan regularly for complete transaction history
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Advanced Balance Features

### Balance Notifications

Set up alerts for:

* Low balance warnings
* Large balance changes
* Deposit confirmations

Contact support to enable custom balance notifications.

### Multi-Currency View

While trading is in USDC, you can view equivalent in:

* USD (shown by default)
* Other fiat currencies (future feature)

### Export Balance History

For accounting or tax purposes:

* View complete history on PolygonScan
* Export transaction CSV from PolygonScan
* Track PnL with `/positions` command

## Quick Reference

| Command      | Purpose             | Shows                        |
| ------------ | ------------------- | ---------------------------- |
| `/balance`   | Quick balance check | USDC, POL, address           |
| `/wallet`    | Full dashboard      | Balance + management options |
| `/positions` | Active trades       | Where your USDC is invested  |
| `/fund`      | Add funds           | Deposit addresses            |

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Fund Your Wallet" icon="money-bill" href="/wallet/funding">
    Add more USDC to increase trading capacity
  </Card>

  <Card title="View Positions" icon="chart-line" href="/trading/positions">
    See where your funds are currently invested
  </Card>

  <Card title="Start Trading" icon="chart-mixed" href="/trading/placing-trades">
    Use your balance to place trades
  </Card>

  <Card title="Wallet Overview" icon="wallet" href="/wallet/overview">
    Learn more about wallet management
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Need Help?

Questions about your balance?

* Check [FAQ](/faq) for common issues
* Review [wallet troubleshooting](/faq#wallet-issues)
* Contact support: [@anumaan\_bot](https://t.me/anumaan_bot)