Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about QuitStake's science-backed approach

🧠 Backed by Science

QuitStake is based on extensive research from Stanford University, the National Bureau of Economic Research, and peer-reviewed studies showing that financial commitment devices are 2-3x more effective than willpower alone.

200-300%
Improvement in success rates with financial stakes
95%+
Monitoring accuracy rate
5 weeks
Time to see mental health improvements

How QuitStake Works

How does QuitStake work?
What is the science behind QuitStake?
How much money do I need to stake?
How do I earn my money back?

Monitoring & Privacy

What social media platforms do you monitor?
How does the network monitoring work?
Is my privacy protected?
What devices does QuitStake work on?

Violations & Disputes

What happens if I access social media during my commitment?
Can I dispute a violation?
What if I have a legitimate reason to access social media?
How accurate is the monitoring system?

Payments & Refunds

How secure are my payments?
How do refunds work?
Can I modify or cancel my commitment?
What if there are technical issues with the app?

Effectiveness & Support

How effective is QuitStake compared to other methods?
What support do you provide during my commitment?
Can I use QuitStake for other addictions besides social media?
What happens after I complete my commitment?

Getting Started

How do I get started with QuitStake?
What's the recommended commitment duration for beginners?
Do I need to quit all social media at once?
What if I'm not ready to quit completely?

Still have questions?

Can't find the answer you're looking for? Our support team is here to help!

📋 Fair Dispute Process

If you believe you were incorrectly penalized for a day where you didn't violate your commitment, or if you had a legitimate reason to access social media (such as work requirements or emergencies), you can dispute the penalty through our fair and transparent process.

To dispute a penalty: Email us at help@quitstake.com with your explanation and any supporting evidence. We review each case individually and fairly, typically responding within 24-48 hours. Our dispute resolution team understands that legitimate work use, emergency communications, and technical issues are valid grounds for dispute.

Legal Notice: QuitStake is operated by Quit Tech LLC, headquartered at 1377 Sonoma Drive, Altadena, California, 91001. By using our service, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. All financial commitments are binding and processed securely through Stripe. For support, contact us at help@quitstake.com.