Responsible Gambling

Gambling should be entertainment, not a way to make money or solve a problem. This page gives practical steps for staying in control and shows where to find free support.

Before you play

• You must be 18 or older.
• Decide a budget you can afford to lose and never use money meant for rent, bills or food.
• Set a time limit and stop when it ends.
• Do not gamble when you are upset, tired or under the influence of alcohol.

Useful habits

Treat losses as the cost of entertainment. Do not chase them with larger stakes. Take regular breaks, keep track of how much you deposit each week and avoid borrowing to play. Read bonus terms carefully, because wagering requirements can encourage you to play longer than planned.

Warning signs

• Spending more money or time than you intended.
• Hiding gambling from family or friends.
• Feeling anxious, irritable or guilty after playing.
• Trying to win back losses again and again.
• Neglecting work, study or relationships.

Tools to ask the casino for

Operators commonly offer deposit limits, cooling-off periods and self-exclusion. Ask the casino's support team which tools are available on your account, and use them before you need them. Our guide cannot apply them on your behalf, because we do not manage accounts.

Free help in Australia and beyond

• Gambling Help Online: 1800 858 858, free, confidential, 24/7.
• BeGambleAware: advice and self-assessment tools.
• Gambling Therapy: online support and live chat in many languages.

Support for family and friends

If someone close to you is struggling, stay calm, avoid blame and encourage them to speak with a counsellor. You can also contact the services above for your own support.

Our position

This guide does not encourage gambling by minors or by anyone for whom it is unlawful. We link to the operator for convenience and may earn a commission, but we want you to play only within your limits. If you feel the fun has gone, stop and ask for help.