1. Our Commitment
Scoorz is committed to promoting responsible prediction use practices and protecting users from the potential harms of problem prediction use. We believe that prediction should be:
- Entertaining: A fun recreational activity, not a way to make money
- Controlled: Within your financial means and time constraints
- Informed: Based on understanding of risks and probabilities
- Safe: Never harmful to yourself, your relationships, or your finances
2. Understanding the Risks
2.1 Sports Prediction is NOT an Investment
Sports prediction is inherently risky. Even with AI predictions and statistical analysis:
- Outcomes are unpredictable and uncertain
- The house/bookmaker always has an edge
- Long-term profits are extremely difficult to achieve
- Losses are the most likely outcome for recreational users
2.2 AI Predictions Are Not Guarantees
Our AI provides educated predictions based on data analysis, but:
- No prediction system can guarantee wins
- Sports outcomes depend on countless variables (injuries, weather, human factors)
- Even high-confidence predictions can be wrong
- Past accuracy does not guarantee future results
2.3 Problem Gambling Can Happen to Anyone
Problem prediction use affects people of all ages, incomes, and backgrounds. It can develop gradually and often goes unrecognized until significant harm has occurred.
3. Principles of Responsible Gambling
3.1 Only Bet What You Can Afford to Lose
- Set a prediction use budget separate from essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Never bet money intended for necessities
- Consider prediction use losses as the cost of entertainment
- Never borrow money to gamble
3.2 Set Limits Before You Start
- Money Limits: Decide maximum daily/weekly/monthly spending
- Time Limits: Set maximum time spent prediction or researching bets
- Loss Limits: Stop when you reach your loss limit
- Win Limits: Consider stopping when you're ahead
3.3 Never Chase Losses
One of the biggest mistakes in prediction use is trying to "win back" losses:
- Losses are a normal part of prediction
- Chasing losses often leads to bigger losses
- Take breaks after losses to avoid emotional decisions
- Accept losses and move on
3.4 Keep Gambling in Perspective
- Gambling should be one of many leisure activities
- Maintain balance with work, family, and other hobbies
- Don't let prediction use interfere with responsibilities
- Take regular breaks from prediction
3.5 Don't Gamble Under the Influence
Avoid prediction use when under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or when emotionally distressed. These states impair judgment and lead to poor decision-making.
4. Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem prediction use can develop gradually. Be aware of these warning signs:
4.1 Behavioral Signs
- Spending more time or money on prediction use than intended
- Lying to family or friends about prediction use activities
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund prediction use
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities
- Gambling to escape problems or relieve negative emotions
- Becoming preoccupied with prediction use (constant thoughts about prediction)
4.2 Financial Signs
- Unpaid bills or debts due to prediction use
- Maxed-out credit cards
- Mysterious disappearance of money or valuables
- Frequent requests to borrow money
- Financial stress or bankruptcy
4.3 Emotional Signs
- Anxiety, depression, or mood swings related to prediction use
- Feelings of guilt or shame about prediction use
- Difficulty concentrating on other activities
- Restlessness or irritability when trying to cut down
- Denial or minimization of prediction use problems
4.4 Relationship Signs
- Arguments with family or friends about prediction use
- Isolation from loved ones
- Loss of trust in relationships
- Relationship breakdowns or divorce
If you recognize 3 or more of these signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a prediction use problem. Please seek help immediately.
5. Self-Assessment Tools
Take a moment to honestly answer these questions:
- Do you often gamble longer than you intended?
- Have you needed to gamble with increasing amounts to achieve excitement?
- Have you tried to cut down or stop prediction use and failed?
- Do you feel restless or irritable when trying to reduce prediction use?
- Do you gamble to escape problems or relieve negative feelings?
- After losing money, do you often return to "get even"?
- Have you lied to hide the extent of your prediction use?
- Has prediction use jeopardized relationships, job, or opportunities?
- Do you rely on others to provide money for prediction use debts?
Scoring:
- 0-2 "Yes" answers: Low risk, but stay vigilant
- 3-4 "Yes" answers: Moderate risk, consider setting stricter limits
- 5+ "Yes" answers: High risk, seek professional help
6. Tools and Resources Scoorz Provides
6.1 Self-Exclusion
Users can self-exclude from Scoorz prediction features:
- Temporary Exclusion: 24 hours, 7 days, 30 days, or 90 days
- Permanent Exclusion: Irreversible ban from prediction features
- Access self-exclusion in Account Settings > Responsible Gambling
6.2 Spending Limits (Coming Soon)
Set maximum limits on:
- Number of predictions per day/week/month
- Time spent on prediction features
6.3 Reality Checks
Scoorz provides periodic reminders:
- Time spent on prediction features
- Number of predictions viewed
- "Take a break" suggestions
6.4 Responsible Gambling Reminders
All prediction recommendations include disclaimers reminding users to:
- Gamble responsibly
- Never bet more than you can afford to lose
- Seek help if prediction use becomes a problem
7. Getting Help
If you or someone you know has a prediction use problem, help is available 24/7:
8. Support for Family and Friends
If someone you care about has a prediction use problem:
- Gam-Anon: Support groups for family members (www.gam-anon.org)
- GamCare: Advice for concerned loved ones
- Financial Counseling: Resources for managing prediction use debts
Approach the person with compassion, not judgment. Encourage them to seek professional help.
9. Age Verification
Scoorz strictly enforces age requirements:
- Must be 18+ (or 21+ in certain jurisdictions) to access prediction features
- Age verification required for Pro tier subscriptions
- We may request government-issued ID at any time
- Accounts found to be underage will be immediately terminated
Parents: Monitor your children's online activities and use parental controls to block prediction use-related content if needed.
10. Scoorz's Commitment
We are committed to:
- Providing clear, accurate information about prediction use risks
- Offering tools to help users maintain control
- Training staff to recognize problem prediction use signs
- Partnering with responsible prediction use organizations
- Never encouraging excessive or irresponsible prediction use
- Responding promptly to concerns about problem prediction use
11. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about responsible prediction use:
Responsible Gambling Team: prediction use@scoorz.com
Support: support@scoorz.com
Self-Exclusion Requests: Available in account settings or email prediction use@scoorz.com
Remember: Gambling should be fun, not a source of stress. If it stops being enjoyable, it's time to take a break or seek help. You're not alone, and help is always available.