DraftKings Predictions guide

How to Sign Up for DraftKings Predictions

A step-by-step guide to opening a DraftKings Predictions account in 2026 — eligibility, what you need, verification and placing your first trade.

Sign-up guideUpdated June 2026

Signing up for DraftKings Predictions in brief

DraftKings Predictions shares the same account and sportsbook-grade verification as the main DraftKings app, so existing customers are a few taps from trading. New users verify once, then fund by linked bank account or debit card in dollars before placing a first Yes/No trade.

Before you start

You must be 18+ and physically located in an eligible US state; DraftKings Predictions is US-only. Availability can vary, so confirm it is offered where you are before you start, and have a photo ID ready for verification.

How to sign up for DraftKings Predictions, step by step

Create your account

Register on DraftKings Predictions with your email and a strong password.

Verify your identity

Provide your name, date of birth and address so DraftKings Predictions can complete the KYC checks a regulated exchange requires.

Fund your account

Add money using bank & debit (usd).

Place a first trade

Buy a small number of Yes or No shares to learn how the market prices and settles.

Next step

Once you are in, the DraftKings Predictions deposit guide covers funding in detail.

After you sign up

Keep your first trades small while you get a feel for how DraftKings Predictions prices and settles markets, and read the full DraftKings Predictions review and fees guide before you commit real size.

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Eligibility, verification and features vary by US state and country and can change; confirm current requirements on DraftKings Predictions. 18+. Trading involves risk of loss.

Frequently asked questions

How do I sign up for DraftKings Predictions?

Register on DraftKings Predictions with your email, complete identity verification, fund with bank & debit (usd), and place a small first trade.

What do I need to open a DraftKings Predictions account?

You need to be 18 or older, eligible in your US state, and able to complete a one-time identity check with your name, date of birth and address.

Is DraftKings Predictions available where I live?

Availability varies by US state and by country and can change. Check DraftKings Predictions directly for your location, and see our state-by-state and international guides for the wider picture before signing up.

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