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Everything we know about trading college football on prediction markets, organized in one place: the promo codes, head-to-head platform comparisons, full reviews, the basics of how event contracts work, and where each venue is legal.

Key takeaways
  • Four platforms: Polymarket TGSWC, Kalshi FADE, ProphetX VAULT, Novig VAULT.
  • New here? Start with what are prediction markets, then are prediction markets gambling.
  • Deciding between venues? Use the platform comparisons and reviews below.
  • Check legality by state before you sign up.

Promo codes

Best prediction market promo codes
All four codes compared in one table.
Polymarket promo code (TGSWC)
How to claim the TGSWC offer.
Kalshi promo code (FADE)
How to claim the FADE offer.
ProphetX promo code (VAULT)
How to claim the VAULT offer.
Novig promo code (VAULT)
How to claim the VAULT offer on Novig.

Compare platforms

Polymarket vs Kalshi
Depth and USDC vs USD funding and regulation.
Polymarket vs ProphetX
Broad market vs peer-to-peer sports exchange.
Kalshi vs ProphetX
CFTC exchange vs sports exchange.

Reviews

Polymarket review
Legit, regulation, fees, pros and cons.
Kalshi review
CFTC regulation, USD funding, pros and cons.
ProphetX review
Peer-to-peer exchange, funding, pros and cons.
Novig review
No-vig sweepstakes exchange, eligibility, pros and cons.

Learn the basics

What are prediction markets?
Event contracts, price as probability, $1 settlement.
Are prediction markets gambling?
How regulated trading differs from gambling.

Legality

Prediction market legality by state
Where each platform is available, state by state.
Trade on PolymarketTrade on KalshiTrade on ProphetX

Frequently asked questions

Where should a beginner start?

Start with what are prediction markets to learn how event contracts work, then read are prediction markets gambling for the regulatory picture. When you are ready to trade, compare the promo codes and pick a platform.

Which platform should I use for college football?

It depends on your priorities: Polymarket (TGSWC) for depth, Kalshi (FADE) for USD funding and US regulation, ProphetX (VAULT) for a peer-to-peer sports exchange. The platform comparisons break down each matchup.

Are the promo codes free?

Yes. Each code (TGSWC, FADE, VAULT) is free to apply at sign-up. You only fund your account to trade, and the codes do not change market prices.