We are not a bookmaker
BetBuddy never takes a position in a challenge, never sets odds and never wagers against you. Two people agree on terms between themselves; we only hold the money and release it to the agreed winner.
Escrow, plainly
When both sides accept, each stake moves from the participant's wallet into escrow. Escrowed money is ring-fenced from platform funds and can only leave to the winner, or back to both sides if the challenge is cancelled.
The fee
BetBuddy charges 2% of each participant's stake when the challenge is funded. That fee is our only revenue and is shown in full before you create or accept a challenge.
Deciding a winner
Depending on what you pick: an automated data feed, mutual confirmation from both sides, a referee you both trust, or escalation to our review team when confirmations conflict.
Eligibility & responsible use
You must be 18 or over and legally allowed to enter into peer-to-peer agreements where you live. Set your own limits, never stake money you need, and step away if a challenge stops being fun. Local rules on staking money vary — it is your responsibility to check what applies to you.
Disputes
If both sides claim different winners, the challenge is frozen and escalated. Funds stay in escrow until a decision is made. Evidence you upload during the challenge is used to reach that decision.
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