Responsible Trading
Last updated: March 18, 2026
ScalpArena is a prediction trading platform, not a gambling service. However, any activity involving financial risk can become problematic if not managed responsibly.
1. Our Commitment
ScalpArena is committed to providing a safe, fair, and enjoyable prediction trading experience. We believe that trading should be a form of entertainment, not a source of financial stress or personal harm.
We have built a comprehensive set of protection tools directly into the Platform to help you stay in control of your trading activity. We encourage all users to set personal limits and to use these tools proactively, rather than waiting until concerns arise.
If at any point you feel that your trading activity is negatively affecting your well-being, finances, or relationships, we urge you to take advantage of the resources described on this page.
2. Available Protection Tools
ScalpArena provides the following tools to help you manage your trading activity:
Capital Management Tools (Deposit Limits)
Set maximum deposit amounts on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. Once a deposit limit is reached, no further deposits will be accepted until the limit period resets. Making a limit more restrictive (lowering the amount) takes effect immediately. Increasing or removing a deposit limit requires a mandatory 24-hour cooling-off period before the change takes effect.
Risk Management Controls (Loss Limits)
Set daily loss caps and match limits to control your exposure. Loss limits track your net losses over the specified period. Once your limit is reached, you will be unable to enter new matches until the period resets. Like deposit limits, making loss limits more restrictive is immediate, while increasing them requires a 24-hour cooling-off period.
Session Time Limits
Set a maximum duration for each trading session, ranging from 30 minutes to 8 hours. The Platform will actively track your session time and provide alerts when you reach 75% and 90% of your set limit. When your session time limit is reached, a blocking overlay will appear reminding you to take a break. This helps prevent extended trading sessions that can lead to fatigue-based decisions and poor judgment.
Self-Exclusion
If you need a break from the Platform, you can activate self-exclusion for a defined period:
- 24 hours — a short cooling-off period
- 7 days — a one-week break
- 30 days — a one-month break
- 90 days — a three-month break
- Permanent — indefinite exclusion from the Platform
During self-exclusion, you will be unable to log in, place predictions, or deposit funds. Self-exclusion cannot be reversed early. You must wait until the selected period has fully elapsed before regaining access to your account. Permanent self-exclusion can only be reviewed by contacting support after a minimum of 12 months.
24-Hour Cooling-Off Period
To prevent impulsive decisions, any change that makes your limits less restrictive (increasing a limit amount or removing a limit entirely) is subject to a mandatory 24-hour waiting period. The change will only take effect after this period has elapsed. You may cancel the pending change at any time during the cooling-off period. Changes that make limits more restrictive (lowering amounts or adding new limits) always take effect immediately.
3. How to Activate Controls
Setting up your responsible trading controls takes just a few steps:
- Log in to your ScalpArena account.
- Navigate to your Profile page.
- Select the "Limits" tab.
- Configure your desired deposit limits, loss limits, session time limits, or self-exclusion settings.
These tools are available for all users with a funded account. We recommend setting your limits when you make your first deposit, before you begin trading.
4. Warning Signs
It is important to recognize the signs that your trading activity may be becoming problematic. Consider taking a break or seeking help if you experience any of the following:
- Spending more than you can afford — using money intended for essential expenses such as rent, bills, or food to fund your account.
- Chasing losses with larger stakes — increasing your stake sizes after losing in an attempt to recover previous losses quickly.
- Neglecting responsibilities — missing work, school, or social commitments because of time spent on the Platform.
- Borrowing money to fund your account — taking loans or borrowing from friends and family to continue trading.
- Feeling anxious about your balance — experiencing stress, anxiety, or mood swings related to your account balance or match outcomes.
- Hiding your activity from others — feeling the need to conceal the amount of time or money you spend on the Platform from family or friends.
- Trading to escape problems — using the Platform as a way to avoid dealing with personal issues, stress, or negative emotions.
If any of these signs resonate with you, we strongly encourage you to use the self-exclusion tool, set stricter limits on your account, or reach out to one of the support organizations listed below.
5. Getting Help
If you or someone you know is struggling with problematic trading behavior or financial stress, the following organizations provide free, confidential support and resources:
- National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) — nfcc.org
Free and affordable financial counseling services, including debt management plans and budgeting guidance. - Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741
Free, 24/7 mental health support via text message. Trained crisis counselors available for anyone in distress. - SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-4357
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service for mental health and substance use disorders. - Financial Health Network — finhealthnetwork.org
Resources and research focused on improving financial health, with tools for managing financial stress.
These are informational references only. ScalpArena is not affiliated with these organizations. Please visit their websites directly for the most current contact information and available services.
6. Contact Us
If you need immediate assistance with responsible trading measures, want to discuss your options, or need help activating any protection tool on your account, please do not hesitate to contact our support team:
Our team is trained to assist with responsible trading inquiries and can help you configure limits, activate self-exclusion, or provide guidance on available support resources.