How to Play
Welcome to SideAction — the first-ever friend-to-friend betting app.
To get started, invite your friends so you always have someone to challenge (Go to your Profile to add friends). Create a "Club" for private group bets!
Every bet created in SideAction must be accepted by at least one other user, which ensures both sides agree the matchup & odds are fair.
You can create standard bets, parlays, and side bets for anything you can think of - Golf, rec sports, work, video games, group parties, and everything in between!
Rules & Regulations
SideAction is built on good faith, fair play, and honest competition. To keep things fun and prevent cheating, all users must follow these guidelines.
1. Play With Integrity
SideAction works because everyone plays fair. No cheap bets, no guaranteed outcomes, no loophole hunting. Create real bets, agree on real odds, and compete honestly.
2. Bet Creation
- Every bet must be clear and measurable.
- Odds and terms must be agreed on by two users before going live.
- Once approved, anyone in the group can place their wager using Credits.
- Minimum bet: 10 credits. Maximum bet: 500 credits.
- Unsettled bets will automatically expire after 30 days with full refunds.
3. Odds Limits
To prevent unrealistic or exploitable bets:
- Max single-bet odds: +400
- Negative odds must stay fair and reasonable.
- Bets exceeding limits are automatically blocked.
4. Parlay Limits
- Max legs: 4
- Max combined odds: +1000
- All legs must be verifiable and approved.
5. Side Bets
This option allows you to make a bet directly with a friend using your own credits as the "house". Both parties must approve the bet before it goes live. The system automatically handles all credit movement based on the bet outcome.
6. Anti-Cheating
The following are not allowed:
- Pre-arranged or "gimme" outcomes
- Inflated or manipulated odds
- Collusion to farm Credits
- Exploiting bugs or loopholes
Violations may result in bet removal or account restrictions.
7. Final Authority
SideAction may block, adjust, or remove any bet that violates these rules to keep gameplay fair.
Bet Ideas
Real-world bets
No grey areas. No arguments. Just action. Use these to get your group started — then create your own.
⛳ Golf
Break 90
Buddy swears he's breaking 90 today. He says this every Saturday.
Break 100
High-handicapper needs a realistic target. Friends set the line at 100.
Total Score O/U
Set an over/under on someone's exact score before the round starts.
First Birdie
Neither player has birdied in weeks. Whoever gets one first wins.
Number of Pars
Set an over/under on how many pars a player gets in 18 holes.
Closest to the Pin
Par 3, both players tee off. Closest to the flag wins the credits.
Lost Balls O/U
Set the line at 3 lost balls. Does your buddy go over or under?
Longest Drive
One hole, one shot each. Whoever drives it furthest wins.
Front 9 vs Back 9
Which nine does someone score better on? Both sides pick before the round.
Number of Sand Saves
O/U on how many times someone gets out of the bunker and saves par.
🏀 Sports & Rec Leagues
Rec Basketball Points O/U
Set a points line on someone before their Thursday night rec game.
Rec League Win/Loss
Two friends on opposing rec teams. Straight up game winner bet.
Fantasy Football Weekly Matchup
Two fantasy managers face each other this week. Who scores more points?
Fantasy Football Waiver Regret
Friend picks up a questionable waiver wire player. Bet he underperforms by week 6.
Fantasy Draft Position
Snake draft coming up. Bet on whether the #1 overall pick finishes top 3 in scoring.
Bowling Score O/U
Set the line before the first frame. Does your buddy break 150?
First to 500 Fantasy Points
Season-long bet on which of two teams hits 500 total fantasy points first.
🎱 Pool & Billiards
Straight Up Game Winner
8-ball, 9-ball, or rotation. First to win the game takes the credits.
First to Scratch
Who scratches first in the session? Classic prop bet before the break.
Rack Winner — Best of 5
Play a best-of-5 series. Credits go to whoever wins the series.
Run the Table
Someone claims they can run the table without missing. Bet they can't.
League Night Match Result
Pool league night. Two teammates each pick who wins their individual match.
Total Scratches O/U
Set the line at 3 scratches for the whole session. Go over or under?
🃏 Poker & Game Night
First to Bust
Poker night. One player is notoriously reckless. Bet on when they bust.
Last Man Standing
Two friends side bet on who outlasts the other at the table.
Total Hands Won O/U
Set a line on how many hands a player wins across the night.
Board Game Winner
Monopoly, Catan, Risk — pick a winner before the game starts.
💼 Work & Office
Meeting Runs Over
Weekly all-hands is supposed to end at 10am. Bet closes at 9:59.
The Late Arrival
One coworker is always 10 minutes late to standup. Will it happen today?
Sales Target Hit
Two reps bet on who hits their monthly quota first.
Presentation Length O/U
Set an over/under on how long a coworker's presentation actually runs.
Project Deadline Slip
Project was due Friday. One person bets it slips. Bet closes Thursday.
Dress Code Friday
Casual Friday. Your coworker always shows up overdressed anyway. Tie or no tie?
✈️ Airport & Travel
Flight On Time or Delayed
Departure board says on time. You know better. Bet closes at boarding.
Gate Change
Bet the gate changes at least once before you board. Classic airport chaos.
First Bag Off the Belt
Who gets their checked bag off the carousel first?
Connection Made or Missed
45-minute layover. Will you make it or won't you?
🎉 Events & Social
Wedding Speech Length O/U
Set the over/under on the best man's speech before he starts. Classic.
First to Leave the Bar
Group night out. Two friends bet on who bails first.
Karaoke — Who Goes First
Two friends both secretly want to do karaoke. Who breaks first?
Bar Trivia Score O/U
Set a score line before trivia night starts. Does your team hit it?
Last One on the Dance Floor
Wedding reception. Two people bet on who stays out there longer.
Thanksgiving Argument — Yes or No
Will Uncle Dave bring up politics at dinner? Bet before the meal.
💪 Fitness & Health
Gym Streak
Friend claims they're going to the gym every day this week. Bet they miss at least one.
5K Finish Time O/U
Set a time line before race day. Does your buddy go under or over?
Bench Press PR
Gym buddy says today is the day he hits a new max. Bet on the number.
Steps Challenge
Both players bet on who hits 10,000 steps first today.
Diet Bet Duration
Friend says he's cutting carbs for two weeks. You give him three days.
🎲 Wild Cards
Weather Call
One friend says it rains before 3pm. The other says it stays dry. Bet closes at noon.
Movie Runtime O/U
Set a line on how long the movie actually runs including credits.
Hot Sauce Challenge
Friend says they can handle the spiciest thing on the menu. Bet they tap out.
Parking Spot Timer
Pulling into a packed lot. One person bets they find a spot in under 2 minutes.
Group Chat Response Time
Who responds first to the message just sent in the group chat?
PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: June 6, 2026
SideAction (“we”, “our”, or “us”) provides a social betting platform where users create friendly wagers using virtual credits. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use the SideAction mobile app and related services (“App”).
1. Information We Collect
Account Information: Name, username, email; Login provider data (Google, Apple); Profile photo (optional).
Usage Data: Bets created, accepted, or settled; Virtual credits balances and transactions; Activity feed interactions; Device type, operating system, app version, crash logs; Approximate location (city/state/country) based on IP, if applicable. SideAction does not track GPS location.
Automatically Collected Data: Local storage for login session and preferences; Push notification device token (delivered via Apple Push Notification service (APNs) and Firebase Cloud Messaging).
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve the App
- Display bets, outcomes, and activity to other users you interact with
- Process virtual credit purchases (through Apple’s In-App Purchase system)
- Enable secure logins and prevent fraud
- Provide customer support
- Comply with legal requirements
SideAction does not involve real-money wagering. No banking, debit, or credit card information is stored on our servers.
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal data. We may share limited information with:
- Cloud hosting and database providers
- Analytics and crash reporting services
- Payment processing (Apple App Store / In-App Purchase)
- Push notification providers (Apple Push Notification service; Firebase Cloud Messaging, provided by Google)
We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, users, or the public.
4. Data Security
We use industry-standard security practices, including encryption in transit (HTTPS), secure authentication, and access control. No system is 100% secure, but we take reasonable steps to safeguard user data.
5. Children’s Privacy
SideAction is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. Users under the age of majority in their jurisdiction may only use the App with parental permission.
6. Data Retention & Deletion
We retain user data as long as an account is active or required by law. You may delete your account at any time directly within the App (in Settings). Deleting your account removes your profile and associated personal data, and where you signed in with Apple, revokes the associated Apple sign-in tokens. Some records may be retained where required by law.
You may also request account deletion (if you are unable to use the in-app option), a data download / export, or correction of inaccurate information by email to support@sideactionbet.com. Accounts will be deleted within 30 days of a verified request.
7. User Rights
Depending on location (GDPR, CCPA, etc.), you have the right to access your data, update or correct information, request deletion, object to certain processing, and withdraw consent to optional features. Submit requests via email to support@sideactionbet.com.
8. Third-Party Services & SDKs
SideAction may integrate third-party tools including Apple and Google Sign-In, cloud hosting providers, analytics services, and push notifications (Apple Push Notification service and Firebase Cloud Messaging). These partners may collect device and usage information according to their own privacy policies.
9. Changes to the Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the App means acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Information
For privacy questions or data requests, contact: support@sideactionbet.com
TERMS OF SERVICE
Last Updated: June 6, 2026
Welcome to SideAction (“SideAction”, “we”, “our”, “us”). By creating an account or using the SideAction mobile app or website (“App”), you agree to these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please stop using SideAction.
1. Purpose of the App
SideAction is a social entertainment platform that allows users to create and participate in friendly wagers using virtual in-app credits (“Credits”). SideAction does not support or facilitate real-money gambling, and no real-world currency or cash-out is available. Credits are fictional and exist for entertainment only.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old (or the legal age of majority in your region) to use the App. We may request age verification where required by law.
3. Virtual Credits
- Credits are not money and have no real-world monetary value
- Credits cannot be withdrawn, transferred, exchanged, gifted, or sold
- Credit purchases are processed by Apple through the In-App Purchase system and are non-refundable, except where required by law
- We may reclaim Credits in cases of fraud, bugs, or misuse
- Credits are digital items used only within the app and do not represent stored value or financial instruments
No bank, debit, credit card, or financial information is stored by SideAction.
4. User-Generated Content
Users may create wagers, comments, picks, and other content (“Content”). You agree not to submit:
- Illegal, harmful, defamatory, or harassing content
- Copyrighted or trademarked material you do not own
- Content soliciting real-money bets
- Personal information of other people
By posting Content, you grant SideAction a worldwide, royalty-free license to display and distribute your Content within the App. You are solely responsible for the Content you create and share.
5. Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to:
- Attempt to redeem Credits for real money
- Facilitate or promote real-money gambling
- Impersonate other users
- Interfere with the App, including hacking, scraping, or automated tools
- Circumvent purchase systems or manipulate Credits
- Engage in harassment, bullying, or abusive behavior
Violations may result in warnings, suspension, or permanent account termination.
6. No Warranties
SideAction is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access, accurate results or outcomes, or availability of Credits or features. Use the App at your own risk.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, SideAction is not liable for disputes, agreements, or bets between users; loss or deletion of virtual Credits; damages resulting from use or inability to use the App; or third-party services integrated with the App. Some regions do not allow limitation of liability; in those regions, our liability is limited to the maximum permitted by law.
8. Account Suspension or Termination
We may suspend or terminate any account that violates these Terms or applicable law. You may delete your account at any time directly within the App (in Settings). You may also request account deletion by contacting us at support@sideactionbet.com.
9. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. We will indicate changes by updating the “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the App means acceptance of updated Terms.
10. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Ohio, USA, without regard to conflict-of-law provisions.
11. Apple App Store Additional Terms
These additional terms apply to your use of the SideAction app obtained through the Apple App Store (“App Store Sourced Application”). By using the App Store Sourced Application, you agree to the following:
- Acknowledgement. These Terms are concluded between SideAction and you only, and not with Apple, Inc. (“Apple”). SideAction, not Apple, is solely responsible for the App Store Sourced Application and its content.
- Scope of License. The license granted to you for the App Store Sourced Application is a non-transferable license to use the application on any Apple-branded products that you own or control, and only as permitted by the Usage Rules set forth in the Apple App Store Terms of Service.
- Maintenance and Support. SideAction is solely responsible for providing any maintenance and support services with respect to the App Store Sourced Application. Apple has no obligation whatsoever to furnish any maintenance and support services with respect to the App Store Sourced Application.
- Warranty. SideAction is solely responsible for any product warranties, whether express or implied by law, to the extent not effectively disclaimed. In the event of any failure of the App Store Sourced Application to conform to any applicable warranty, you may notify Apple, and Apple will refund the purchase price (if any) for the application to you. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Apple will have no other warranty obligation whatsoever with respect to the App Store Sourced Application, and any other claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, or expenses attributable to any failure to conform to any warranty will be SideAction’s sole responsibility.
- Product Claims. SideAction, not Apple, is responsible for addressing any claims by you or any third party relating to the App Store Sourced Application or your possession and/or use of it, including but not limited to: (i) product liability claims; (ii) any claim that the application fails to conform to any applicable legal or regulatory requirement; and (iii) claims arising under consumer protection, privacy, or similar legislation.
- Intellectual Property Rights. In the event of any third-party claim that the App Store Sourced Application or your possession and use of it infringes that third party’s intellectual property rights, SideAction, not Apple, will be solely responsible for the investigation, defense, settlement, and discharge of any such intellectual property infringement claim.
- Legal Compliance. You represent and warrant that (i) you are not located in a country that is subject to a U.S. Government embargo, or that has been designated by the U.S. Government as a “terrorist-supporting” country; and (ii) you are not listed on any U.S. Government list of prohibited or restricted parties.
- Developer Contact. Questions, complaints, or claims regarding the App Store Sourced Application should be directed to SideAction at support@sideactionbet.com.
- Third-Party Terms. You must comply with applicable third-party terms of agreement when using the App Store Sourced Application.
- Third-Party Beneficiary. You and SideAction acknowledge and agree that Apple, and Apple’s subsidiaries, are third-party beneficiaries of these Terms, and that, upon your acceptance of these Terms, Apple will have the right (and will be deemed to have accepted the right) to enforce these Terms against you as a third-party beneficiary.
12. Contact Information
Questions, disputes, or legal notices may be sent to: support@sideactionbet.com
USER AGREEMENT
Last Updated: June 6, 2026
This User Agreement outlines the rules for using SideAction, including wagers, virtual credits, and user conduct. By creating an account or using the App, you acknowledge and agree to the terms below. This Agreement supplements the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
1. No Real Money Gambling
SideAction is for entertainment and social purposes only. Users agree NOT to:
- Wager or transfer real money
- Exchange Credits for cash, prizes, or anything of value
- Run or facilitate real-money bets outside the App using SideAction
- Attempt to convert Credits into currency
Credits are virtual and have no real-world monetary value.
2. Accuracy of Bets & Results
- All wagers are user-created, not vetted or approved by SideAction
- SideAction does not confirm correctness of odds, outcomes, or rules
- Results are informal and based solely on user agreement
- SideAction does not enforce payouts or settle disputes
Users participate at their own discretion.
3. Virtual Credit Purchases
- Credits are purchased through Apple’s In-App Purchase system and are non-refundable
- Prices and packages may change without notice
- Credits do not represent ownership of assets
- Credits cannot be withdrawn, transferred, exchanged, or sold
SideAction retains the right to adjust or revoke Credits in cases of fraud or abuse.
4. User Responsibility
By using SideAction, you agree that all wagers are for fun and entertainment, you participate at your own risk, SideAction is not responsible for disputes, side agreements, or outcomes among users, and you must comply with your local laws and regulations. SideAction does not monitor or adjudicate disagreements between users.
5. Community & Content Standards
Users must treat others respectfully, avoid abusive, illegal, or harmful wagers and content, and refrain from harassment, hate speech, and bullying. Wagers promoting illegal activity or harm are prohibited.
6. Reporting & Enforcement
Users may report inappropriate content or behavior. SideAction may remove or hide content, suspend or terminate accounts, and reset or revoke Credits in cases of cheating, abuse, or system manipulation. SideAction’s decisions are final within the App environment.
7. Age Requirement
SideAction is intended for users 18 or older (or local age of majority). We may restrict access if age rules are violated.
8. Acceptance & Agreement
By using SideAction, you agree to this User Agreement as well as the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the App.