Responsible Gaming

Gambling should be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Online poker is meant to be enjoyed responsibly, with money you can afford to lose. If gambling stops being fun or starts causing stress, it’s time to step back and seek support.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years or older (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to play online poker in Australia. We take age verification seriously and encourage parents and guardians to use filtering software to prevent underage access. Underage gambling is illegal and can have serious consequences.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you care about, it may be time to seek help:

• Chasing losses – trying to win back money you’ve lost
• Hiding gambling activity from family or friends
• Spending more time or money on gambling than you intended
• Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities
• Feeling guilty, anxious, or ashamed about gambling
• Borrowing money, selling possessions, or lying to fund gambling
• Being unable to stop or cut back despite repeated attempts
• Gambling to escape from stress, depression, or other problems

Self-Help Tools

Many online poker platforms offer practical tools to help you stay in control of your gambling. We encourage you to use them:

• Deposit limits – set a maximum amount you can deposit per day, week, or month
• Loss limits – cap the amount you are willing to lose in a given period
• Reality checks – receive reminders of how long you have been playing
• Self-exclusion – temporarily or permanently block yourself from accessing gambling sites

These tools are designed to keep gambling fun and within your personal limits. Use them proactively, not just when problems arise.

Support Organizations

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, free and confidential help is available. Contact the relevant organisation for your location:

• Australia: Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• United Kingdom: GamCare – www.gamcare.org.uk | GamStop – www.gamstop.co.uk
• Canada: Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
• United States: National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de
• Other countries: Please search for your national problem gambling helpline or visit Gambling Therapy for international support.

If you think you may have a gambling problem, please seek help now. You are not alone, and reaching out is a sign of strength. Support is free, confidential, and available 24/7 in many regions.