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Responsible Gaming

Gaming online should be a fun and entertaining experience. However, for some people, gambling can become a problem behavior. We encourage you to gamble responsibly and keep these important guidelines in mind.

Always treat gambling as entertainment rather than a chance to potentially make money. Wins are great, but they are never guaranteed, so you should never assume that you’ll make a profit, and should treat the money you set aside for gambling as part of your entertainment budget, with no expectation of a return.

Set aside a budget for gambling, and make sure that it makes sense given your income and outgoings. Never gamble with money you can’t afford to lose, and never borrow money, overstretch your budget, or use money earmarked for other things in the hope that you’ll ‘win it back’. Having a set budget for each playing session means that you won’t be tempted to chase losses. When the budget is gone, the playing session is over.

Set limits. Most reputable casinos have tools that allow you to set limits within your account. You can set a spending limit on the funds you can use, or a time limit on how long you can play for. You can even set a deposit limit so that you won’t be able to top up your account to gamble more on a day that you’re on a losing streak.

Take regular breaks. One of the tools available to you may be a clock displayed while you are gaming or a reminder to take a break. Gambling for a long time without a break can be unhealthy and may be a sign that you are getting carried away and overspending.

Know the risks. Understanding the odds or the Return to Player (RTP) for the games you’re playing can help you to be realistic in terms of your expectations. Any player can win in any particular playing session, but remember that long term, the odds are always in favor of the casino.

Keep track of what you’re spending. At an online casino, you can usually check your wagering history and see how much you’ve spent – and lost – over time. This can help you get a true picture of your gambling habits.

Take time out if you need it. You can self-exclude from gambling for a while if you feel that it’s becoming an unhealthy activity for you, and this should prevent you from gambling at any current casinos you’re signed up to and from signing up at any new ones. You can self-exclude for days, weeks or even permanently.

Seek help if you need to, by calling the gambling helpline for your state. For many states, this is 1-800-GAMBLER. Some states may have different helplines and online resources, such as:

You can also check out the responsible gambling page at your online casino. It will have more advice and resources you might find helpful.