Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

Online poker should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While poker can be exciting and rewarding, it's important to approach it with a responsible mindset and understand the risks involved.

Remember: the house always has an edge, and you should never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose.

Age Verification

In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to participate in online poker and gambling activities. We are committed to protecting minors and strictly enforce age verification policies.

If you are under 18, please do not access gambling websites or services. Gambling at a young age can lead to serious harm and addiction.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognise any of the following warning signs in your behaviour? If so, seek help immediately:

• Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
• Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling activities secret from friends or family
• Increasing stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to get the same excitement
• Loss of control: Unable to stick to limits you've set for yourself
• Gambling to escape: Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression
• Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
• Financial problems: Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
• Mood changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
• Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce gambling

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features

Most reputable online poker operators offer tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period
• Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose during a session or week
• Reality Checks: Receive notifications about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Session Limits: Automatically log you out after a set period of time
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently block yourself from accessing gambling sites
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you decide to stop gambling

Use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits and protect yourself.

Support Organizations

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Contact one of these trusted organisations:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call)
• Gamblers Anonymous Australia – Peer support groups across Australia
  www.gamblersanonymous.org.au

International Support

• United Kingdom – GamCare
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• United Kingdom – 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
  Phone: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)

If You Need Help, Reach Out Today

Problem gambling is a serious issue, but recovery is possible with the right support. If you're experiencing difficulties with gambling, don't suffer in silence:

• Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 for free, confidential support
• Speak to a trusted friend or family member
• Visit your GP or local counsellor
• Use self-exclusion tools immediately to restrict access to gambling sites

Help is available, and you don't have to face this alone.