Responsible Gaming
Introduction
Online gaming and pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gambling is not a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Play with money you can afford to lose and always keep gaming as a fun activity, not a source of income.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your state/territory) to use gaming services. We are committed to preventing underage gambling. If you are under the legal age, please do not participate.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities from family or friends
- Gambling to escape problems or negative feelings
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Borrowing money to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
Self-Help Tools
Most legitimate gaming platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during gameplay about time and money spent
- Session Limits: Automatically end your gaming session after a set time
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming services
Use these tools to maintain control and gamble responsibly.
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential online and phone support
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
1800 858 858 (National Helpline)
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free support and counselling
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Take Action Now
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out. Support services are confidential, free, and available 24/7. The sooner you get help, the sooner you can take back control of your life.
Contact one of the organizations listed above or speak with a counselor today.