Polymarket is offering new users a $20 trading bonus when they deposit $10, using the promo code NYPMAX1, to place bets on the 2026 NFL season and other markets. The platform, which allows users to bet on a variety of outcomes including political events, pop culture debates, and breaking news, aims to attract new users with this promotional offer.
Users in eligible states can sign up through the Polymarket US App or website. The promo code NYPMAX1 is available for new users who deposit $10, receiving an additional $20 in bonus funds. This bonus can be applied to various markets, including the upcoming NFL season, daily MLB games, and WNBA events.
The New York Post notes that the platform has seen increased popularity by focusing on events of heightened public interest. The Los Angeles Rams are currently favored to win the Super Bowl, trading at 16 percent on the platform. The article also mentions the Rams' roster strength, including the addition of Myles Garrett and the potential of quarterback Ty Simpson backing up Matthew Stafford.
Eligibility for the promotion requires users to be 18 years or older and reside in specific states, including Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, or Virginia. The platform is not available in Arizona, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, and Ohio.