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Responsible Gaming Policy

Promoting healthy, balanced, and educational use of fantasy cricket

Last Updated: December 5, 2024

Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming

At Codreddy, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. As a free-to-play educational platform with no real money involved, we focus on ensuring that fantasy cricket remains a fun, educational, and balanced activity. This policy outlines our approach to responsible gaming and provides resources to help you maintain healthy gaming habits.

1. What is Responsible Gaming?

Responsible gaming means enjoying fantasy cricket in a way that is balanced, healthy, and does not negatively impact your life, relationships, work, or well-being. It involves:

Balance

Maintaining a healthy balance between fantasy cricket and other important aspects of your life

Control

Being in control of your gaming habits and time spent on the platform

Awareness

Being aware of your gaming patterns and recognizing when they might become problematic

Education

Using the platform as a learning tool to understand cricket strategy and player analysis

1.1 Codreddy's Free-to-Play Model

Unlike real-money gaming platforms, Codreddy operates on a completely free-to-play model:

  • No Financial Risk: There are no entry fees, deposits, or charges of any kind
  • No Monetary Prizes: Top performers receive recognition on leaderboards, not cash rewards
  • Educational Focus: The platform is designed for learning cricket strategy and entertainment
  • Reduced Pressure: Without money involved, users can enjoy the game without financial stress
  • Accessible to All: Everyone can participate regardless of financial situation

This model significantly reduces many risks associated with gaming, but we still encourage responsible use to ensure a healthy relationship with the platform.

2. Healthy Gaming Practices

We encourage all users to adopt healthy gaming practices to ensure fantasy cricket remains an enjoyable and positive experience:

2.1 Set Time Limits

  • Decide in advance how much time you want to spend on the platform each day or week
  • Use timers or reminders to help you stick to your limits
  • Take regular breaks during extended sessions
  • Avoid playing late at night when it might interfere with sleep
  • Balance fantasy cricket with other hobbies, activities, and responsibilities

2.2 Maintain Perspective

  • Remember that Codreddy is a game meant for entertainment and education
  • Don't let leaderboard rankings define your self-worth or mood
  • Understand that outcomes involve elements of chance and unpredictability
  • Celebrate learning and improvement, not just ranking high
  • Keep fantasy cricket in perspective relative to real-life priorities

2.3 Prioritize Real Life

  • Never let fantasy cricket interfere with work, studies, or important responsibilities
  • Maintain healthy relationships with family and friends
  • Ensure adequate sleep, exercise, and self-care
  • Don't skip meals or neglect physical health to play
  • If gaming starts affecting your life negatively, take a break

2.4 Play for the Right Reasons

  • Play because you enjoy cricket and want to learn more about the game
  • Use the platform to test your cricket knowledge and strategic thinking
  • Engage with the community in a positive and respectful manner
  • Don't use gaming as an escape from real-life problems or stress
  • If you find yourself playing compulsively or out of habit rather than enjoyment, reassess your relationship with the platform

3. Recognizing Warning Signs

While Codreddy doesn't involve real money, it's still important to recognize signs that your gaming habits may be becoming unhealthy:

3.1 Behavioral Warning Signs

Consider whether you:

  • Spend significantly more time on the platform than you initially intended
  • Feel restless, irritable, or anxious when you can't access the platform
  • Neglect work, studies, or personal responsibilities to play
  • Lie to family or friends about how much time you spend on fantasy cricket
  • Use the platform to escape from problems or negative emotions
  • Continue playing even when it's no longer enjoyable
  • Experience mood swings based on your performance or rankings

3.2 Impact on Life Areas

Watch for negative impacts on:

  • Relationships: Conflicts with family or friends over time spent gaming
  • Work/Studies: Declining performance or missed deadlines
  • Health: Sleep deprivation, poor diet, lack of exercise
  • Mental Health: Increased stress, anxiety, or depression
  • Social Life: Isolation or withdrawal from social activities
  • Other Interests: Abandoning hobbies or activities you previously enjoyed

3.3 What to Do If You Notice These Signs

If you recognize any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you care about:

  • Take a break from the platform for a few days or weeks
  • Talk to someone you trust about your concerns
  • Seek professional help from a counselor or therapist
  • Consider self-exclusion options (contact us for assistance)
  • Focus on addressing underlying issues that may be driving excessive gaming

4. Tools and Controls for Responsible Gaming

Codreddy provides tools to help you maintain control over your gaming experience:

4.1 Account Management

  • Activity Tracking: View your login history and time spent on the platform in your account settings
  • Notification Controls: Customize or disable notifications to reduce temptation to check the platform constantly
  • Account Deletion: Permanently delete your account if you feel it's necessary for your well-being

4.2 Self-Exclusion

If you feel you need a break from the platform, you can request self-exclusion:

  • Temporary Exclusion: Suspend your account for a period of 1 week to 6 months
  • Permanent Exclusion: Permanently close your account with no option to reopen
  • How to Request: Email [email protected] with "Self-Exclusion Request" in the subject line
  • Processing Time: Self-exclusion requests are processed within 24 hours
  • No Reversal: Self-exclusion cannot be reversed during the exclusion period

4.3 Parental Controls

While Codreddy is restricted to users 18 and older, parents and guardians can:

  • Monitor their adult children's gaming habits if they live together
  • Report underage users to us for immediate account closure
  • Use device-level parental controls to restrict access to the platform
  • Have open conversations about healthy gaming habits

5. Support and Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with gaming habits, help is available:

5.1 Professional Help

Consider reaching out to:

  • Mental Health Professionals: Psychologists, counselors, or therapists who specialize in behavioral issues
  • Support Groups: Local or online support groups for gaming-related concerns
  • Helplines: National mental health or addiction helplines in your country
  • Your Doctor: Primary care physicians can provide referrals and guidance

5.2 Online Resources

Helpful organizations and websites:

  • Game Quitters: Community and resources for those looking to quit or reduce gaming
  • OLGA (On-Line Gamers Anonymous): 12-step recovery program for gaming addiction
  • Mental Health Foundation: Information on gaming and mental health
  • Your Local Health Services: Many regions offer free or low-cost mental health support

5.3 Codreddy Support

Our team is here to help. Contact us at [email protected] if you:

  • Need assistance with self-exclusion or account controls
  • Have concerns about your own or someone else's gaming habits
  • Want to report underage users
  • Have questions about responsible gaming resources
  • Need help accessing your account activity data

6. Our Commitment to User Well-Being

Codreddy is committed to promoting responsible gaming and prioritizing user well-being:

6.1 Platform Design

  • We design features with user well-being in mind, avoiding manipulative or addictive patterns
  • We provide clear information about time spent and activity levels
  • We avoid aggressive notifications or pressure tactics
  • We maintain a free-to-play model to eliminate financial risk

6.2 Education and Awareness

  • We provide educational content about responsible gaming practices
  • We display responsible gaming messages throughout the platform
  • We promote awareness of warning signs and available resources
  • We encourage users to maintain balance and perspective

6.3 Continuous Improvement

  • We regularly review and update our responsible gaming policies and tools
  • We listen to user feedback about gaming habits and concerns
  • We collaborate with mental health professionals and responsible gaming experts
  • We stay informed about best practices in the industry

Need Help or Support?

If you have concerns about your gaming habits or need assistance with responsible gaming tools, please reach out:

Responsible Gaming Team: YARUNARA TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED

Email: [email protected]

All inquiries are treated with confidentiality and respect. We're here to help you maintain a healthy relationship with fantasy cricket.

Your Well-Being Matters

By using Codreddy, you acknowledge the importance of responsible gaming and commit to maintaining healthy gaming habits. Remember, fantasy cricket should enhance your life, not detract from it. If you ever feel it's becoming a problem, don't hesitate to seek help or take a break.