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Coming Q1 2026 — Manager applications will open after the initial vault launch.

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Overview

Vault managers create and operate trading strategies on Matchr. As a manager, you:
  • Design and execute your trading strategy
  • Attract deposits from users
  • Earn performance fees on profits

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Why Become a Manager?

Performance Fees

Earn 20% of profits generated. A 1Mvaultgenerating301M vault generating 30% returns = 60K in fees.

Verifiable Track Record

On-chain history proves your performance. Build a reputation that attracts capital.

Infrastructure Provided

Use Matchr’s aggregation layer, market data, and execution infrastructure.

Scale Your Edge

If you have a profitable strategy, vaults let you scale it with external capital.

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Requirements

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Technical Requirements

Define your strategy in our SDK:
import { VaultStrategy } from '@matchr/vaults';

const myStrategy: VaultStrategy = {
  name: 'Momentum Alpha',
  description: 'Trend-following strategy for crypto markets',
  riskProfile: 'medium',
  targetApy: { min: 20, max: 35 },

  // Define entry/exit conditions
  evaluate: async (market) => {
    // Your logic here
    return { action: 'BUY', size: 1000, reason: '...' };
  }
};
Provide backtesting results on historical data:
  • Minimum 6 months of data
  • Performance metrics (returns, Sharpe, drawdown)
  • Trade logs for verification
Define risk management rules:
  • Maximum position size
  • Stop-loss thresholds
  • Drawdown limits
  • Correlation limits

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Track Record

Preferred (not required):
  • Prior prediction market trading history
  • DeFi strategy management experience
  • Verifiable returns on existing strategies

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Capital Commitment

Managers must have “skin in the game”:
Vault SizeRequired Commitment
0−0 - 100K$5,000
100K−100K - 1M$10,000
$1M+1% of vault

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Application Process

Submit Application

Fill out the manager application with:
  • Strategy description
  • Backtesting results
  • Risk parameters
  • Your background

Technical Review

Our team reviews your strategy for:
  • Feasibility
  • Risk management
  • Code quality
  • Historical performance

Interview

Video call to discuss:
  • Strategy rationale
  • Edge explanation
  • Risk scenarios
  • Operational details

Trial Period

If approved, deploy on testnet:
  • 4-week trial period
  • Paper trading with simulated capital
  • Performance monitoring

Launch

If trial successful:
  • Deploy to mainnet
  • Open for deposits
  • Begin earning fees

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Fee Structure for Managers

Fee TypeRateDetails
Management Fee2% annuallyYour share of AUM
Performance Fee20%Your share of profits above high-water mark
Platform Fee0.5%Matchr’s cut on new deposits

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Example Earnings

Vault AUM: $1,000,000
Annual Returns: 30%

Your Earnings:
- Management Fee: $20,000 (2% × $1M)
- Performance Fee: $60,000 (20% × $300K profit)
- Total: $80,000/year

With $10M AUM:
- Management Fee: $200,000
- Performance Fee: $600,000
- Total: $800,000/year

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Manager Dashboard

Once approved, you get access to:

Position Manager

View and manage all open positions.

Trade Execution

Execute trades manually or via API.

Performance Analytics

Real-time P&L, metrics, and attribution.

Depositor Info

See deposits, withdrawals, and AUM over time.

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Manager API

import { ManagerClient } from "@matchr/vaults";

const client = new ManagerClient({
  vaultId: "my-vault",
  apiKey: "manager-key-xxx",
});

// Execute a trade
await client.executeTrade({
  market: "trump-wins-2024",
  side: "BUY",
  amount: 10000,
});

// Check positions
const positions = await client.getPositions();

// Get performance metrics
const metrics = await client.getPerformanceMetrics();

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Risk Management Requirements

All vaults must implement:

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Position Limits

{
  maxPositionSize: 0.15,     // Max 15% of vault in one position
  maxMarketExposure: 0.25,   // Max 25% in one market (YES + NO)
  maxCategoryExposure: 0.40  // Max 40% in one category
}

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Stop Losses

{
  positionStopLoss: 0.20,    // Exit if position down 20%
  vaultDrawdownLimit: 0.30,  // Halt trading if vault down 30%
  dailyLossLimit: 0.10       // Halt if daily loss > 10%
}

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Liquidity Rules

{
  minLiquidity: 100000,      // Only trade markets with $100K+ liquidity
  maxSlippage: 0.02,         // Max 2% slippage per trade
  cashBuffer: 0.10           // Keep 10% in cash for withdrawals
}

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Compliance

Managers agree to:
  • No insider trading or market manipulation
  • No wash trading or fake volume
  • Transparent communication with depositors
  • Timely disclosure of material changes
  • Annual security audit of strategy code

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Join the Waitlist

Apply to Become a Manager

Submit your application to be considered for the manager program.
 Early applicants get:
  • Priority review
  • Direct access to our team
  • Input on platform features
  • Reduced platform fees

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FAQ

Requirements vary by jurisdiction. We’ll work with you to ensure compliance based on your location and depositor base.
Yes. Experienced managers can operate multiple vaults with different strategies.
No performance fees are charged during losses. You won’t owe money, but your reputation will suffer.
Manager capital is locked for a minimum period (typically 6 months) to ensure alignment with depositors.

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Next Steps

Vaults Overview

Learn how vaults work.

Strategies

See example strategies.