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FAQ

Is this real money?

On testnet, no. Tokens are test tokens with no value. Mainnet, when it exists, uses a real collateral token.

Why do I sign a “transaction” that sends 0 BTC?

Bitcoin wallets sign messages using a standard called BIP-322. Some wallets show it as a transaction that sends 0 BTC and can’t be broadcast. It moves no bitcoin.

What is ARCH for?

Arch Network charges a small network fee per transaction, paid in ARCH. On testnet you get it from the faucet. It’s never called gas here because it isn’t one.

My order filled but my balance didn’t change.

Filled resting orders are settled in a separate step, usually within seconds by Archery’s keeper. Your portfolio shows the amount as “Unsettled” until then. If it takes longer than a couple of minutes you can press Settle now yourself.

Can Archery take my money?

No. Funds sit in the program’s vault. The admin can pause new trades but can’t move funds, change results, or stop claims and refunds.

Who decides what a question means?

The rules written when the market was suggested. They’re hashed on-chain and can’t be edited after publishing. Ambiguous questions resolve Invalid.