No, deposits on Splash cannot be used to pay for private (self-managed) contests.
How Payments Work
Private (Self-Managed) Contests
Splash does not handle entry fees or payouts
Commissioners are responsible for collecting and distributing payments externally (e.g., debit or credit card options only)
Splash-Managed Contests
Deposits are used for entry fees and payouts within the platform
Important Note
Splash Credits also cannot be used toward self-managed contest payments
Summary
Deposits on Splash: Only for Splash-managed contests
Splash Credits: Not applicable for private contests
Private (Self-Managed) contests: Payments are handled outside of Splash
If you're running a self-managed contest, you’ll need to coordinate payments directly with your members.