Responsible Gaming

Gambling should always be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Online poker is a game of chance and skill, but no outcome is guaranteed. Play for fun, set limits, and never gamble more than you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years or older (or the legal gambling age in your Australian state or territory) to play online poker. We encourage all players to verify their age and identity before participating. Underage gambling is illegal and can lead to serious consequences.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following behaviours in yourself or someone you care about, it may be time to seek help:

• Chasing losses – trying to win back money you have lost
• Hiding gambling activity from family or friends
• Gambling with money needed for bills, rent, or essentials
• Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut down
• Lying about time or money spent gambling
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble
• Neglecting work, study, or relationships because of gambling
• Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or low mood

Self-Help Tools

Reputable online poker platforms offer practical tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit limits – cap how much you can add to your account per day, week, or month
• Loss limits – set a maximum amount you are willing to lose over a set period
• Reality checks – receive reminders of how long you have been playing
• Time-out periods – take a break from your account for 24 hours to several weeks
• Self-exclusion – block access to your account for a minimum period, often 6 months or more

Support Organisations

If you or someone you know needs help, contact a recognised support service in your country:

Australia

Gambling Help Online – free, confidential support 24/7 for Australians. Call 1800 858 858.

United Kingdom

GamCare – the leading UK provider of information, advice and support for problem gambling.
GamStop – free UK self-exclusion scheme for online gambling.

Canada

Responsible Gambling Council – Canadian organisation dedicated to preventing problem gambling.

United States

National Council on Problem Gambling – US helpline and resources. Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER.

Germany

Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – German federal health education centre offering gambling addiction support.

Other Countries

Please use the most relevant national gambling support organisation in your region. A quick search for “problem gambling help [your country]” will direct you to appropriate local services.

Seek Help Today

If you feel your gambling is no longer under control, or if it is causing harm to you or your loved ones, please reach out now. Support is free, confidential, and available around the clock. You are not alone, and help is always within reach.