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 fun and engaging, it's important to remember that the house always has an edge, and you should never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose.

Play within your means, set limits, and gamble responsibly.

Age Verification

Online poker in Australia is only available to players aged 18 years or older. All players must verify their age before participating in any gaming activities on our partner sites.

If you are under 18, please do not attempt to register or play. If you are aware of minors accessing gaming sites, please report this to the relevant authorities.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do any of these apply to you?

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Hiding your gambling activities from family or friends
• Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
• Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
• Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
• Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
• Lying to others about the amount of time or money spent gambling

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, seeking help is important.

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features

All responsible gaming operators provide tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a given timeframe
• Betting Limits: Control the maximum stake you can place on individual bets
• Session Time Limits: Set reminders to take breaks from gaming
• Reality Checks: Pop-up notifications showing time elapsed and money spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming sites
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if needed

Use these features proactively to protect yourself and maintain control over your gaming habits.

Support Organizations & Help

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online – Free counselling and support service
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858 (free, confidential, 24/7)

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free support and information
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
  www.gamstop.co.uk

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council – Resources and support
  www.responsiblegambling.org

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and resources
  www.ncpgambling.org
  1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Federal Centre for Health Education
  Gambling addiction support and information available

All services listed above are confidential, non-judgmental, and free to access.

Take Action Today

If you think you may have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help now. There is no shame in seeking support—many people have successfully recovered from problem gambling with professional assistance.

Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for immediate support in Australia.

Remember: Gambling should only ever be entertainment. If it's causing you harm, help is available.