Responsible Use | Kalshi US – Safe Prediction Market Participation

What Is Kalshi & How Does Betting Work?

Kalshi is a CFTC-regulated US prediction market platform where participants trade event contracts on the outcomes of real-world events — including economic data releases, political events, weather outcomes, and more. Unlike unregulated prediction platforms, Kalshi operates under federal oversight as a Designated Contract Market (DCM). Contracts resolve to $1 (correct outcome) or $0 (incorrect outcome), settled in US dollars.

kalshi-us.us is an independent informational resource about Kalshi. This responsible use guide is provided to ensure all visitors understand the financial, psychological, and regulatory dimensions of Kalshi prediction market participation before committing any capital.

Key Risks of Kalshi Prediction Market Participation

Total position loss. Kalshi contracts resolve to $1 or $0. An incorrect prediction results in complete loss of the capital allocated to that position — no partial payouts exist.

Market risk and uncertainty. Even on a regulated platform, event outcomes are inherently uncertain. Expert-level knowledge of an event does not eliminate the risk of loss due to unexpected developments.

Liquidity and spread risk. Less popular Kalshi markets may have wide bid-ask spreads, making position entry and exit costly compared to the theoretical fair value.

Platform and operational risk. While Kalshi is CFTC-regulated, technical outages, rule changes, or contract disputes may affect position resolution or fund accessibility.

Psychological risk. Overconfidence, loss-chasing, and FOMO are well-documented behavioural patterns that significantly amplify financial harm in prediction market contexts.

Rights & Responsibilities of Participants

Aspect	Your Rights	Your Responsibilities
Capital Safety	Participate in Kalshi markets using only funds you can afford to lose entirely.	Never use borrowed money, essential savings, or living expense funds for prediction market positions.
Information Access	Access clear information about how Kalshi contracts work, their resolution criteria, and associated risks.	Research each Kalshi market thoroughly before placing any position — understand settlement rules.
Spending Limits	Set personal weekly or monthly budgets for Kalshi prediction market activity at any time.	Adhere strictly to self-imposed limits regardless of market conditions or emotional state.
Fair Markets	Participate in Kalshi markets on equal terms using publicly available information.	Avoid use of material non-public information or any conduct that may violate CFTC regulations.
Support Access	Access free, confidential help if Kalshi prediction market activity becomes problematic.	Seek help proactively — do not wait for financial or personal harm to escalate.

Warning Signs of Problematic Behaviour

Seek help immediately if you recognise any of the following in your Kalshi prediction market activity:

Trading Kalshi contracts with money needed for rent, bills, or food

Feeling unable to stop checking positions or placing new contracts

Hiding Kalshi market activity from family or colleagues

Increasing position sizes after losses to chase back lost funds

Neglecting work, relationships, or health due to market focus

Anxiety, guilt, or depression directly tied to Kalshi market outcomes

US Support Resources

If Kalshi prediction market activity is causing financial or personal difficulties, these resources provide free and confidential support:

National Problem Gambling Helpline1-800-522-4700 · 24/7 call, text & chat · ncpgambling.org

Gamblers AnonymousPeer support meetings nationwide · gamblersanonymous.org

Crisis Text LineText HOME to 741741 · Free & confidential 24/7

NFCC Financial CounselingFree/low-cost financial advice · nfcc.org

⚠ Disclaimer: kalshi-us.us is an independent informational website not affiliated with, operated by, or endorsed by Kalshi Inc. or any of its related entities. All content is for educational purposes only. Kalshi prediction market participation involves real financial risk. Please participate responsibly and within your financial means.