Active
The market is open and has not reached its closing time. You can:- Place a YES or NO position if you do not already have one
- Exit an eligible open position after the minimum holding period
Awaiting resolution
The closing time has passed, but the resolution deadline has not.- New positions are closed.
- Early exit is closed.
- Existing position holders wait for a manual outcome or verified Switchboard resolution.
Refunds available
The market missed its resolution deadline. This can happen to either a manual or Switchboard market. If you hold an unclaimed position, click Claim Refund before the refund deadline. The refund returns your net position amount after the original placement fee.Resolved
The outcome and aggregate YES and NO pool totals have been finalized.- Winning positions can click Claim Payout during the claim window.
- Losing positions have no payout.
- A winning payout includes the net position plus its proportional share of the losing pool.
Claim period expired
After the claim deadline, the market remains under the Resolved filter, but the market page displays Claim Period Expired. Unclaimed positions can no longer receive a payout.Expired
An unresolved market becomes expired after its refund window closes. Position holders can no longer claim refunds or take any other settlement action.Lifecycle diagram
A losing position has no payout action in the Resolved state. A successful payout or refund claim settles that position permanently.