Simulation Mode — Last updated: May 2026
1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
By accessing or using the SkyStop Simulation Platform ("Simulator"), available at skystop.app, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Simulator. SkyStop reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Simulator following notification of changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
2. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE
SkyStop Simulator is a free educational simulation tool that models a flight disruption prediction market using real historical and live flight data. Users practice placing simulated hedges ("Practice Positions") on real flight outcomes using virtual currency ("Simulated Funds") with no monetary value.
The Simulator is designed to:
SkyStop Simulator is not a prediction market, gambling platform, insurance product, investment service, or financial instrument. No real money is involved at any stage.
3. VIRTUAL CURRENCY AND SIMULATED FUNDS
All activity on the Simulator uses Simulated Funds denominated in virtual currency with no monetary value. Specifically:
No purchase is necessary to use the Simulator. Simulated Funds are provided free of charge and hold no real-world value under any circumstances.
4. ELIGIBILITY
To use the Simulator you must:
Because the Simulator involves no real money and no financial transactions, geographic restrictions applicable to the live SkyStop platform do not apply to Simulator access. However, you are responsible for ensuring your use of the Simulator complies with applicable local laws.
5. ACCOUNT REGISTRATION
Users may register for a Simulator account using an email address. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activity that occurs under your account. You agree to notify SkyStop immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.
Registration information collected during Simulator use may be used to notify you when the live SkyStop platform launches. See our Privacy Policy for full details on data use.
6. PRACTICE POSITIONS AND SIMULATED PAYOUTS
6.1 Placement
Practice Positions must be placed before the simulated market closing time, which is 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time of the relevant flight. Once placed, Practice Positions are final within the Simulator and cannot be modified.
6.2 Resolution
Practice Positions are resolved automatically based on real flight status data provided by our third-party data providers. Resolution occurs approximately 30 minutes after the scheduled arrival time of the relevant flight. SkyStop's determination based on data provider information is final within the Simulator.
6.3 Protection Tiers
Simulated payouts are determined by the protection tier selected at the time of Practice Position placement:
A simulated payout is triggered only for the specific tier selected. Payout multipliers displayed in the Simulator reflect the live platform's intended economics and are subject to change prior to launch.
6.4 Data Dependency
The Simulator relies on third-party flight data for resolution. In the event of data unavailability, discrepancy, or system outage, SkyStop reserves the right to delay resolution, void a Practice Position, or restore Simulated Funds at its sole discretion. These events have no financial consequence to users.
7. FEES
The SkyStop Simulator is entirely free to use. No fees, charges, or payments of any kind are collected in connection with Simulator use. Fee structures displayed within the Simulator (platform fee, settlement fee, conversion spread) reflect the intended economics of the live platform and are shown for informational purposes only.
8. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES
You agree not to:
9. DATA AND PRIVACY
SkyStop collects account registration information and usage data in connection with Simulator use. This information is used to operate the Simulator, improve the platform, and communicate with users about the live SkyStop launch. SkyStop does not sell user data to third parties. Full details are set out in our Privacy Policy at skystop.app/privacy.
By registering for the Simulator, you consent to receiving updates about the SkyStop platform launch. You may unsubscribe at any time.
10. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All content, technology, trademarks, odds models, simulation engine, flight data processing systems, and intellectual property on the Simulator are the exclusive property of SkyStop Inc. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Simulator for personal, non-commercial educational purposes. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any Simulator content without prior written consent.
11. DISCLAIMERS
THE SIMULATOR IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. SKYSTOP MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THE SIMULATOR'S AVAILABILITY, ACCURACY, OR COMPLETENESS. SKYSTOP DOES NOT WARRANT THAT FLIGHT DATA USED FOR PRACTICE POSITION RESOLUTION WILL BE ACCURATE, COMPLETE, OR TIMELY.
SIMULATOR RESULTS DO NOT CONSTITUTE FINANCIAL ADVICE AND DO NOT PREDICT OR GUARANTEE ANY PARTICULAR OUTCOME ON THE LIVE SKYSTOP PLATFORM. THE LIVE PLATFORM'S TERMS, FEES, ODDS, AND MECHANICS MAY DIFFER FROM THOSE DEPICTED IN THE SIMULATOR.
12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
BECAUSE THE SIMULATOR INVOLVES NO REAL MONEY AND NO FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS, SKYSTOP'S LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH SIMULATOR USE IS INHERENTLY LIMITED. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SKYSTOP SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SIMULATOR. SKYSTOP'S TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM THESE TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED US DOLLARS ($100.00).
13. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SkyStop Inc., its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the Simulator, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any applicable law or regulation.
14. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Simulator shall be resolved by binding arbitration. You waive any right to participate in class action litigation against SkyStop. Nothing in this section prevents either party from seeking injunctive relief in a court of competent jurisdiction.
15. RESPONSIBLE USE
SkyStop is committed to responsible platform design. The Simulator is a free educational tool with no real financial stakes. If you have concerns about your use of prediction market platforms generally, resources are available at support@skystop.app.
The Simulator does not constitute gambling. No money is wagered, won, or lost.
16. TERMINATION
SkyStop reserves the right to suspend or terminate your Simulator account at any time for violation of these Terms or for any other reason at its sole discretion. Because no real funds are involved, termination carries no financial consequence to users beyond the loss of Simulator access and Simulated Fund balances.
17. TRANSITION TO LIVE PLATFORM
These Terms govern Simulator use only. When the live SkyStop platform launches, separate Terms of Service will apply. Simulator account holders will be notified of the live launch and will be required to agree to the live platform Terms, complete full KYC/AML verification, and comply with all applicable geographic and regulatory requirements before accessing real-money features.
Simulated Funds and simulated SSKP token balances accumulated during Simulator use do not transfer to the live platform and carry no monetary value or entitlement of any kind.
18. GOVERNING LAW
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware. The governing jurisdiction for the live SkyStop platform will be updated to reflect SkyStop's registered operating jurisdiction upon launch.
19. CONTACT
For questions regarding these Terms please contact: