Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online poker and gambling should be enjoyed purely as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While poker involves skill, the outcome of any session can never be guaranteed. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose, and always set limits on both time and expenditure before you play.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal minimum age in your jurisdiction to use online poker sites in Australia. It is illegal for anyone under the legal gambling age to participate in gambling activities. All players are required to verify their age and identity before creating an account.
If you are under 18, please do not attempt to register or play on any online poker platform.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following warning signs in your own behavior, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses: Returning to gamble to recover money you've lost
- Hiding gambling activity: Concealing the time or money spent on gambling from friends and family
- Increasing stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Financial difficulties: Borrowing money to gamble or gamble to pay bills
- Loss of control: Being unable to stop or reduce gambling despite wanting to
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when not gambling
- Relationship problems: Experiencing conflicts with loved ones about gambling habits
- Lying about gambling: Being dishonest about the extent of your gambling activity
- Unsuccessful attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online poker sites offer built-in tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a ceiling on losses you're willing to accept in a given timeframe
- Wagering Limits: Restrict the amount you can stake per hand or session
- Reality Checks: Set reminders that pop up during play to inform you of time spent and money wagered
- Session Limits: Set automatic logoff times to prevent extended play sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from an online poker site for a set period (typically 6 months to permanent)
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
These tools are designed to help you play responsibly. We encourage you to use them as part of your gaming strategy.
Support Organizations & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, confidential support is available through the following organizations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free counseling and support for problem gambling
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call, 24 hours)
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Confidential support, counseling, and information
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for UK online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – Resources and support for problem gambling
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and resources
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Federal Center for Health Education
Website: www.bzga.de
All services listed above are confidential, non-judgmental, and free of charge.
If You Need Help
Reach out today. Problem gambling is a recognized condition, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. The organizations listed above have trained counselors ready to assist you with no judgment or shame.
If you are experiencing problem gambling, please contact one of the support services above immediately. Your well-being is important to us, and there are people ready to help you regain control.