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# Matrix Introduction

Matrix is a mobile-first interface for perpetual futures and prediction markets. Trade crypto perps with leverage or take positions on real-world events, all from one app. Matrix is software: your trades are executed and settled by third-party trading venues under their own rules, and your funds stay in a wallet you control.

### What you can trade

Perps: major crypto pairs with leverage, plus perpetual markets on stocks, commodities and indices, on supported venues. Predictions: live markets on crypto, sports, politics, macro, pop culture and more. New markets launch regularly.

Go long or short 24/7. Back any outcome. Every position lives on the venue you choose; Matrix gives you one place to see and manage them.

### How it works

Sign up in under a minute. Matrix sets up a self-custodial wallet for you, secured by third-party wallet infrastructure, and connects you to supported perps and predictions venues. Matrix never holds, custodies or controls your assets or your keys.

Configure a trade, confirm it, and the venue executes it. Your PnL, your predictions, your moves, all visible in Matrix.

### Moving money

Move crypto into and out of your own wallet and venue accounts in seconds. Transfers are on-chain and irreversible, so always double-check addresses and networks before you send.

### Not financial advice

Matrix provides market data and tools, not recommendations. Trading with leverage and on event outcomes carries a high risk of loss, including total loss. Read the Risk Disclosure before you trade.

### Availability

Matrix can be downloaded worldwide, but trading, deposits and transfers are not available to persons in the United States or other restricted regions. See the Terms of Service for details. We're working to expand access.