Why Maker Rebates
Sports markets benefit from the same dynamics as crypto markets. When liquidity is deeper:- Spreads tend to be tighter
- Price impact is lower
- Fills are more reliable
- Markets are more resilient during volatility
How Maker Rebates Work
- Paid daily in USDC: Rebates are calculated and distributed every day.
- Performance-based: You earn based on the share of liquidity you provided that actually got taken.
Eligibility
Place orders that add liquidity to the book and get filled (i.e., your liquidity is taken by another trader).Payment
Rebates are paid daily in USDC, directly to your wallet.Funding
Maker Rebates are funded by taker fees collected in eligible markets. A percentage of these fees are redistributed to makers who keep the markets liquid. The rebate percentage differs by market type.| Market Type | Period | Maker Rebate | Distribution Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15-Min Crypto | Jan 19, 2026+ | 20% | Fee-curve weighted |
| 5-Min Crypto | Feb 12, 2026+ | 20% | Fee-curve weighted |
| Sports (NCAAB, Serie A) | Feb 18, 2026+ | 25% | Fee-curve weighted |
| 1H, 4H, Daily, Weekly Crypto | Mar 6, 2026+ | 20% | Fee-curve weighted |
Polymarket collects taker fees in eligible markets (all crypto markets, NCAAB,
and Serie A). The rebate percentage is at the sole discretion of Polymarket
and may change over time.
Fee-Curve Weighted Rebates
Rebates are distributed using the same formula as taker fees. This ensures makers are rewarded proportionally to the fee value their liquidity generates. For each filled maker order:| Parameter | Sports (NCAAB, Serie A) | Crypto |
|---|---|---|
| Fee Rate | 0.0175 | 0.25 |
| Exponent | 1 | 2 |
Taker Fee Structure
Taker fees are calculated in USDC and vary based on the share price. However, fees are collected in shares on buy orders and USDC on sell orders. Fees are highest at 50% probability and lowest at the extremes (near 0% or 100%).Fee Table
- Crypto
- Sports - NCAAB and Serie A
| Price | Trade Value | Fee (USDC) | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0.01 | $1 | $0.00 | 0.00% |
| $0.05 | $5 | $0.003 | 0.06% |
| $0.10 | $10 | $0.02 | 0.20% |
| $0.15 | $15 | $0.06 | 0.41% |
| $0.20 | $20 | $0.13 | 0.64% |
| $0.25 | $25 | $0.22 | 0.88% |
| $0.30 | $30 | $0.33 | 1.10% |
| $0.35 | $35 | $0.45 | 1.29% |
| $0.40 | $40 | $0.58 | 1.44% |
| $0.45 | $45 | $0.69 | 1.53% |
| $0.50 | $50 | $0.78 | 1.56% |
| $0.55 | $55 | $0.84 | 1.53% |
| $0.60 | $60 | $0.86 | 1.44% |
| $0.65 | $65 | $0.84 | 1.29% |
| $0.70 | $70 | $0.77 | 1.10% |
| $0.75 | $75 | $0.66 | 0.88% |
| $0.80 | $80 | $0.51 | 0.64% |
| $0.85 | $85 | $0.35 | 0.41% |
| $0.90 | $90 | $0.18 | 0.20% |
| $0.95 | $95 | $0.05 | 0.06% |
| $0.99 | $99 | $0.00 | 0.00% |
Fee Precision
Fees are rounded to 4 decimal places. The smallest fee charged is 0.0001 USDC. Anything smaller rounds to zero, so very small trades near the extremes may incur no fee at all.Which Markets Are Eligible
The following market types have taker fees enabled and are eligible for maker rebates:- All crypto markets (starting March 6, 2026)
- NCAAB (college basketball) markets
- Serie A markets
Fees apply only to markets deployed on or after the activation date. Pre-existing markets are unaffected. Markets with fees enabled have
feesEnabled set to true on the market object.FAQ
How do I qualify for maker rebates
How do I qualify for maker rebates
Place orders that add liquidity to the book and get filled (i.e., your
liquidity is taken by another trader).
When are rebates paid
When are rebates paid
Daily, in USDC.
How are rebates calculated
How are rebates calculated
Rebates are proportional to your share of executed maker liquidity in each
eligible market. Totals are calculated per market, so you only compete with
other makers in the same market.
Where does the rebate pool come from
Where does the rebate pool come from
Taker fees collected in eligible markets are allocated to the maker rebate
pool and distributed daily.
Which markets have fees enabled
Which markets have fees enabled
All crypto markets, NCAAB, and Serie A markets. Crypto market fees start
March 6, 2026. Fees only apply to markets deployed on or after the
activation date.
Is Polymarket charging fees on all markets
Is Polymarket charging fees on all markets
No. Fees apply only to crypto markets, NCAAB, and Serie A markets. All other
markets remain fee-free.