Responsible Trading & Gambling | Market Prediction Guide

Risk warning

Trading prediction-market contracts carries a real risk of losing money, and is intended only for adults (18+). Never trade with money you cannot afford to lose, and never treat it as a way to make a living or recover debts.

Prediction markets can be engaging and fast-moving, and for some people that can tip into harmful behaviour. This page explains how to stay in control and where to get help.

Signs it may be becoming a problem

Trading more than you planned, or more than you can afford
Chasing losses by increasing your stake to “win it back”
Borrowing money, or using money meant for essentials, to trade
Feeling anxious, irritable or preoccupied when you are not trading
Hiding how much you trade from people close to you
Trading to escape stress or low mood rather than for interest

Staying in control

Decide a budget you are comfortable losing, and stick to it
Set time and money limits — many platforms offer deposit limits and cooling-off periods
Never chase losses; a losing run is not a reason to stake more
Take regular breaks, and don’t trade when tired, stressed or under the influence
Keep trading as one small part of a balanced life

Tools that can help

Most regulated platforms provide responsible-play tools such as deposit limits, time-outs and self-exclusion. If you are struggling, use them — or step away entirely.

Where to get help

If gambling or trading is causing you harm, free and confidential support is available:

United States: call or text the National Problem Gambling Helpline on 1-800-GAMBLER, or visit ncpgambling.org.
United Kingdom: the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133, GamCare (gamcare.org.uk), or BeGambleAware (begambleaware.org).
Anywhere: Gambling Therapy offers free online support at gamblingtherapy.org.

Reaching out early makes a difference. There is no shame in asking for help.

This page is general information, not medical or financial advice.