Gambling Should Remain Entertainment
Casino games use money and always involve the possibility of loss. They are not a reliable income source, investment or solution to financial pressure. Decide what a session may cost before it begins and treat that amount as entertainment spending.
Only adults aged 18 or over, or the higher minimum age required where they live, should participate. Do not play when under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication that affects judgement.
Set Limits Before Opening a Game
A practical limit covers both money and time. Choose a fixed session budget, define a stopping time and avoid increasing either because of a bonus, tournament, near miss or recent loss.
- Use deposit, loss, wager and session controls when they are available.
- Keep essential household money separate from gambling funds.
- Do not borrow, sell belongings or use credit to continue playing.
- Take regular breaks and avoid several long sessions in succession.
- Never chase losses or raise stakes to recover a previous result.
Recognise When Play Is Becoming Risky
Warning signs include hiding the amount of time or money spent, missing responsibilities, borrowing to play, feeling unable to stop, chasing losses and using gambling to escape stress. Irritability when not playing can also indicate that a break is needed.
If several warning signs appear, stop depositing and use the strongest suitable account control. A cool-off period or self-exclusion is more effective when it is arranged before another session begins.
Breaks, Self-Exclusion and Support
Account tools may include temporary breaks, personal limits and self-exclusion. Follow the current platform instructions for the control you need and do not open another account to work around an active restriction.
Independent local gambling-support organisations can provide confidential information and practical help. The correct service depends on the country where the player lives, so use a recognised local health or responsible-gambling resource rather than an unverified contact.
Protect Minors and Shared Devices
Keep login details and payment methods away from minors. Sign out after use on a shared device, do not allow a browser to save the password where other people can access it and consider device-level parental controls.