Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online poker should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While poker can be fun and engaging, it's important to approach it with realistic expectations and maintain control over your gaming habits.
Remember: the house always has an edge, and losing is a real possibility. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to use online poker sites in Australia. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and protecting young people.
If you are under the legal age, please do not attempt to register or gamble on any online poker platform.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses — Gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding gambling activity — Being secretive about how much you gamble or spend
- Inability to stop — Struggling to control the amount of time or money you spend gambling
- Neglecting responsibilities — Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape — Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression
- Relationship problems — Arguments with family or friends about gambling
- Financial difficulties — Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Increasing stakes — Needing to gamble more to achieve the same excitement
- Failed attempts to quit — Repeatedly trying and failing to stop or reduce gambling
- Physical symptoms — Anxiety, irritability, or sleep problems when not gambling
Self-Help Tools & Player Protection Features
Most reputable online poker platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits — Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits — Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a day, week, or month
- Session Limits — Automatically log you out after a set period of playing time
- Reality Checks — Receive periodic notifications about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion — Temporarily or permanently ban yourself from accessing your account
- Account Pause — Take a break from gambling for a set period
- Cooling-Off Period — A mandatory waiting period before account reactivation after self-exclusion
Use these tools proactively to maintain responsible gaming habits.
Support & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Contact these reputable organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free counselling and support
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free, confidential, 24/7)
International Support
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom National Self-Exclusion Scheme)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
All of these organisations provide free, confidential support to people affected by problem gambling.
Get Help Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, or if gambling is causing distress to you or your loved ones, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support — problem gambling is a recognised condition, and recovery is possible.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 today. Your call is free, confidential, and available 24/7.