1. Keep play in perspective
Casino-style games should remain entertainment, not a way to solve financial difficulties or recover previous losses. Outcomes are uncertain, and no strategy can guarantee a return.
2. Set boundaries before starting
- Choose a time limit and stop when it is reached.
- Decide on a spending amount that will not affect essential expenses.
- Never borrow money or use funds needed for bills.
- Take regular breaks and avoid playing when upset, tired or impaired.
- Do not chase losses or increase spending to recover them.
3. Recognise warning signs
Warning signs can include hiding activity, spending more time or money than planned, neglecting responsibilities, borrowing to continue, feeling restless when not playing or repeatedly trying to recover losses.
4. Use account controls
If the platform provides spending controls, time reminders, cooling-off periods or self-exclusion, use them early. Review account history regularly and select the strongest restriction needed for your circumstances.
5. Protect minors and account access
Keep login and payment details private, do not leave a signed-in device unattended, and use device-level passwords or biometric locks. Casino-style content must not be made available to anyone below the applicable legal age.
6. When to stop
Stop immediately if play causes stress, conflict, debt or loss of control. Contact a qualified local support organisation, financial counsellor or healthcare professional. In an urgent mental-health situation, contact local emergency services.
7. Independent support
Support resources differ by province and country. Choose a recognised service operating in your location, or ask a healthcare professional to direct you to confidential gambling-support services.