# PodiumOS

> The operating system for sim racing. Learn faster. Race better. Connect with the community.

PodiumOS is a community platform for sim racers that connects the fragmented sim racing ecosystem. It provides persistent identity, circuit intelligence, marketplace tools, and value flow infrastructure across games like iRacing, Assetto Corsa Competizione, and F1 24.

## Core Tools

- [Circuit Explorer](https://podiumos.com/circuit-explorer-info): Turn-by-turn racing circuit guides with apex speeds, braking zones, and gear recommendations for 50+ circuits worldwide.
- [Shift Calculator](https://podiumos.com/shift-calculator): Physics-based optimal shift point calculator using dyno data and gear ratios.
- [Setup Marketplace](https://podiumos.com/setup-marketplace-info): Buy and sell car setups from verified coaches and pro esports drivers.
- [Coaching Marketplace](https://podiumos.com/coaching-info): Find and book sim racing coaches for 1-on-1 live sessions, video analysis, and race strategy.
- [Racing Hours](https://podiumos.com/racing-hours-info): Track cockpit time across home sessions and venue visits with SimHub integration.
- [Venue Directory](https://podiumos.com/arcade-directory-info): Discover sim racing arcades, centers, and rental facilities worldwide.

## Platform Pillars

- **PodiumOS.Hub**: Central dashboard connecting all platform capabilities.
- **PodiumOS.ID**: Portable racing identity that travels across games, seasons, and communities.
- **PodiumOS.Pay**: Integrated wallet ("Octane Tank") for purchases, payouts, and transfers.
- **PodiumOS.Rewards**: Loyalty points system ("Podium Points") earned through platform activity.
- **PodiumOS.Commerce**: Merchant tools for selling setups, coaching, merchandise, and digital content.

## Supported Games

- iRacing
- Assetto Corsa Competizione (ACC)
- F1 24
- rFactor 2
- Automobilista 2
- Gran Turismo 7

## Who It Serves

PodiumOS serves 12 user types: Racers/Drivers, Coaches, Mentors, Merchants/Sellers, Organizers, Suppliers/Sponsors, Arcade/Venue Owners, Guardians (parents), Young Drivers, Content Creators, League Managers, and Team Administrators.

## Key Facts

- Free to join, no monthly fees
- KYC verification required for financial transactions
- GDPR compliant with minor protection features
- Guardian controls for under-18 users
- Community-verified circuit data

## Links

- Website: https://podiumos.com
- Platform Overview: https://podiumos.com/platform
- Vision: https://podiumos.com/vision
- How It Works: https://podiumos.com/how-it-works
- FAQ: https://podiumos.com/faq
- Developer API: https://podiumos.com/developers
- Contact: https://podiumos.com/contact

## Documentation

- [Full site content](https://podiumos.com/llms-full.txt)