betAWARE

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  Starting point for gambling awareness - easy navigation to all tools.

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  Crunch the numbers before you bet. Input stake and odds to see: True probability of winning, Expected payout value, House edge analysis

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  Visualize the long-term cost of betting habits. Compare what happens to your money when you: Bet, Save, and Invest regularly

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  A short questionnaire that analyzes betting patterns to: Identify risk factors, Provide recommendations, Highlight warning signs

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  Debunks betting myths with hard math: shows why strategies fail, house always wins, and 97% lose long-term

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  Practice risk-free betting with virtual money. Learn odds and track results—no real money needed. Develop smarter habits safely.

Inspiration

The explosion of online sports betting is creating a hidden crisis. Many people are falling into financial hardship and emotional stress without realizing it.

This problem feels very personal to me — I lost a few thousand dollars through betting. I experienced firsthand how easy it is to lose control.

That's why we built BetAware: to offer a gentle, supportive way for people to reflect on their habits, protect their peace of mind, and avoid the same mistakes.

What it does

It offers easy-to-use tools and tips to help people think before they bet: Odds Reality Check shows the real chances of winning and the true value of a bet, not just the hype. Loss Simulator lets users see how quickly losses can add up if they keep betting. Risk Profile gives personalized warnings and smart tips based on each person’s habits. SmartPlay Mode allows users to safely test their betting ideas with fake money instead of real cash. Bite-sized Lessons share quick advice to stay smart and safe.

What We Learned

Sensitive topics need careful UX and thoughtful communication Positive encouragement works better than warnings Even simple tools can make a huge difference when designed with care

How We Built the Project

Next.js, TypeScript, TailwindCSS

Accomplishments that we're proud of

Building a tool that addresses a serious problem with compassion and kindness. Helping users stay mindful about their habits through simple, beautiful design. Highlighting the real dangers of betting without negativity or judgment

Challenges We Faced

Designing messages that help without blaming the user. Creating ways to visualize risk without scaring or overwhelming users.

What's next

• Adding emotional health resources and calming exercises.
• Partnering with nonprofits focused on addiction recovery.
• Expanding to help with other addictive behaviors like gaming and day-trading.

Built With

• next.js
• tailwind
• typescript