Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to access and use online pokies and casino services. Gambling is not permitted for minors. If you are under the legal age, please do not proceed.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, food, bills)
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
- Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose
- Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to remind you of time spent
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications about your gambling activity
- Self-Exclusion: Exclude yourself from an online casino for a set period or permanently
- Account Cooling-Off: Temporarily disable your account to reflect on your gambling
Support Organisations & Resources
If you need help with problem gambling, these organisations provide free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free counselling and support services for Australians
- Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 — 24/7 crisis support
- Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 — Mental health and wellbeing support
United Kingdom
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk — Free support and counselling
- GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org — Resources and support information
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org — Help and referral services
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung: Information and support on responsible gambling
Need Help?
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support. The organisations listed above provide free, confidential assistance and can connect you with professional treatment services.
Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it's causing you stress, financial hardship, or relationship problems, it's time to reach out for help.