Running The Bot

Once config.py is set, you’re ready to run Polysnipes and verify it’s copying correctly.

Before you start

• Fund your PROXY_WALLET with enough USDC for your caps.

• Keep your PRIVATE_KEY local. Don’t share it in screenshots or logs.

• Start conservative. Use low MAX_USDC and COPY_LIMIT = 1 for your first test.

1

Launch Polysnipes

1. Keep Polysnipes v1.1. and config.py in the same folder.

2. Start the bot executable.

2

Pass config validation

If anything is missing or malformed, the bot will stop and prompt you.

• Fix the value in config.py.

• Restart the bot.

3

Confirm it’s monitoring the target

Wait for the console to show that it’s checking the TARGET_ADDRESS.

If you see repeated errors:

• Check your internet connection.

• Increase CHECK_INTERVAL to reduce request pressure.

4

Verify the first copied trade

Recommended first run:

• MAX_USDC = 10

• MAX_PERCENT = 5

• COPY_LIMIT = 1

Watch the console for the buy/sell confirmation.

5

Change settings safely

The bot reads config at startup.

1. Stop the bot.

2. Edit config.py.

3. Restart.

Common issues

• No trades are being copied

  • The target may not be trading.

  • Your MAX_USDC may be too high for the target’s trade sizes.

  • Try lowering MAX_USDC and using COPY_LIMIT = 1 for testing.

• “Insufficient balance” / failed buys

  • Add USDC to your PROXY_WALLET.

  • Reduce MAX_USDC or MAX_PERCENT.

More fixes and log-sharing tips: Troubleshooting

Next

• Watch a full run: Demo Run

• Fix issues fast: Troubleshooting

• Review plans in Pricing Plans

• Quick answers in FAQs