Deposits & Withdrawals
Learn how to add funds to your Public Wager account and withdraw your winnings.
Depositing Funds
How to Deposit
- Navigate to Wallet → Deposit
- Choose your payment method
- Enter the amount
- Complete the transaction
- Funds appear in your wallet
Payment Methods
Available options may include:
- 💳 Credit/Debit Cards: Instant, small fees
- 🏦 Bank Transfer (ACH): 1-3 days, lower fees
- 💰 Wire Transfer: Same day, for large amounts
- ₿ Cryptocurrency: If supported
Deposit Limits
| Account Level | Min Deposit | Max Deposit/Day | Max Deposit/Month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $10 | $500 | $2,000 |
| Verified | $10 | $5,000 | $25,000 |
| Premium | $10 | $25,000 | $100,000 |
Deposit Fees
- Credit/Debit Card: 2.9% + $0.30
- Bank Transfer (ACH): Free
- Wire Transfer: $10 flat fee
- Cryptocurrency: Network fees apply
Processing Times
- Credit/Debit: Instant
- ACH: 1-3 business days
- Wire: Same day if before 2 PM ET
- Crypto: 10-60 minutes (confirmations)
Withdrawing Funds
How to Withdraw
- Navigate to Wallet → Withdraw
- Enter withdrawal amount
- Select withdrawal method
- Confirm your request
- Wait for processing
Withdrawal Requirements
Before withdrawing:
- ✅ Account must be verified
- ✅ Minimum balance of $10
- ✅ No pending trades
- ✅ 2FA enabled (recommended)
Withdrawal Limits
| Account Level | Min Withdrawal | Max Withdrawal/Day | Max Withdrawal/Month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $10 | $500 | $2,000 |
| Verified | $10 | $5,000 | $25,000 |
| Premium | $10 | $25,000 | $100,000 |
Withdrawal Fees
- Bank Transfer (ACH): Free
- Wire Transfer: $25 flat fee
- Check: $5 (if available)
- Cryptocurrency: Network fees
Processing Times
- ACH: 2-5 business days
- Wire: 1 business day
- Check: 7-10 business days
- Crypto: 24-48 hours
Troubleshooting
Deposit Issues
Deposit not showing:
- Wait 10 minutes for processing
- Check your email for confirmation
- Verify correct amount was charged
- Contact support if >1 hour
Card declined:
- Verify card details are correct
- Check with your bank
- Try a different payment method
- Contact support
Withdrawal Issues
Withdrawal rejected:
- Verify account is fully verified
- Check withdrawal limits
- Ensure no pending positions
- Contact support for help
Withdrawal delayed:
- Normal processing times apply
- Weekends/holidays add delay
- Large amounts may need review
- Track status in wallet history
Security
Protecting Your Funds
- 🔒 Enable 2FA for all transactions
- 🔒 Use strong, unique passwords
- 🔒 Verify withdrawal addresses carefully
- 🔒 Keep email account secure
- 🔒 Don't share account credentials
Fraud Prevention
We may request additional verification for:
- First-time large withdrawals
- Changes to withdrawal methods
- Suspicious activity
- Regulatory compliance
Next Steps
- Understanding Fees - All platform fees explained
- Wallet Management - Managing your balance
- Start Trading - Place your first bet