After an incredible journey building a home for sports and entertainment fans, FanBants is officially closing down.

 

Starting Wednesday, November 5th 2025, users will no longer be able to enter fantasy contests or participate in Gist Markets.

If you have winnings or an existing wallet balance, please log in to your account and request a withdrawal from the Wallet section of the app, just as you normally would. Once your withdrawal request is submitted, our team will process it within 48 hours on weekdays or 72 hours on weekends.

Refunds for contest entries or Gist Markets that have not gone live will be sent directly to the bank account linked to your FanBants profile — no action is required unless your bank details have changed. If you need to update your bank details, please contact support@fanbants.com or WhatsApp 0913 500 0409.

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We started FanBants with a dream — to make fandom more interactive, more rewarding, and more connected. We’re deeply thankful to every fan who played, shared gist, and helped us bring that dream to life.

Thank you for being part of this chapter.
– The FanBants Team 💜

🧾 FanBants Wind-Down FAQ
1. Why is FanBants winding down?

After several incredible years bringing fans together through fantasy sports and entertainment, we’ve made the difficult decision to wind down FanBants.
This decision comes after carefully reviewing our journey, business priorities, and future direction. While this chapter is ending, we’re immensely proud of what we built and grateful for your support along the way.

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2. What does this mean for me as a user?
Starting from November 5th, users will no longer be able to enter new fantasy contests or Gist Markets on the FanBants app.
However, you’ll still be able to:

• View your account and previous contest history.

• Withdraw your wallet balance (winnings or existing funds)

• Refunds for not-yet-started contests will be paid to your bank account.

• Reach our support team if you need help.

 

3. Will I get a refund for ongoing or upcoming contests and Gist Markets?

Yes. We will refund all entries for fantasy contests or Gist Markets that have not yet gone live at the time of the wind-down.
Refunds will be sent directly to the bank account linked to your FanBants profile. No action is required unless your bank details have changed.
If you need to update your bank details, please contact us at support@fanbants.com or via WhatsApp at 0913 500 0409.

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4. How will I know when my refund is complete?

You’ll receive an email confirmation once your refund has been processed.
If you do not receive a confirmation before Sunday November 30, 2025, please contact support@fanbants.com or WhatsApp 0913 500 0409.

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5. Can I still access my account?

Yes. You can still log in to view your past contests, history, and leaderboard performance, but you won’t be able to join new contests or participate in Gist Markets.
In due time, FanBants may disable new logins entirely once refunds and account reviews are complete. 

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6. What happens to my personal data?
FanBants has always prioritized user privacy and data protection.
We’ll retain only the data necessary to complete refunds, audits, and regulatory requirements. After that, your data will be securely archived or deleted in compliance with applicable data protection laws (including Nigeria Data Protection Regulation).

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7. Can I withdraw my past winnings or account balance?

If you have any pending winnings or wallet balances please log in to your account and request a withdrawal from the Wallet section of the app. Ensure you complete all withdrawal requests by Sunday November 30, 2025. After that date, withdrawals may no longer be available as part of the wind-down process.

 If you have difficulty withdrawing, contact support@fanbants.com or 0913 500 0409 (on WhatsApp) immediately.
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8. What happens to completed or ongoing contests?

• Completed contests: These contests remain visible in your account for historical reference.

• Ongoing or not-yet-started contests: If a contest or Gist Market has not gone live, or cannot be completed, the entry fees for those contests will be refunded directly to the bank account linked to your FanBants profile. No action is required unless your bank details have changed. If you need to update them, please contact support@fanbants.com or WhatsApp 0913 500 0409.

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9. What happens to my BantsCoins?

BantsCoins will no longer be usable on the Fanbants platform for any purpose, including fantasy contests or Gist Markets.
Any BantsCoins currently linked to contests or Gist Markets that have not gone live will simply become unusable once this change takes effect. There will be no refunds or replacements for unused BantsCoins.
Please note that BantsCoins were earned through participation and prizes from free contests and do not have monetary value.
If you have any questions about your BantsCoins balance, please contact support@fanbants.com or 09135000409 (on WhatsApp).

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10. Who do I contact for support?
Our support team will remain active during the transition.

• WhatsApp: 09135000409

• Email: support@fanbants.com

⏰ Response time: within 48 hours (weekdays) and 72 hours (weekends) 

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11. How long will the app and website remain accessible?

The FanBants app and website will remain available in a limited capacity — meaning users will still be able to log in and withdraw their wallet balance, but will not be able to join fantasy contests or Gist Markets — until Sunday, November 30th, 2025.​

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12. Any final words from the team?
Just one — thank you.
Thank you for playing, sharing gist, competing, and celebrating fandom with us. FanBants was built by fans, for fans — and none of it would have been possible without you. 💜