Gambling is for adults only.
Play for Entertainment. Know When to Stop.
Gambling should always be treated as entertainment — never as a way to make money, recover losses or solve financial problems.
Understanding the risks, setting limits and knowing when to stop are essential parts of responsible gambling.
No casino game or strategy can guarantee a profit.
Casino games involve financial risk. Outcomes are uncertain and losing money is always possible. Never gamble with money needed for rent, food, bills, education, healthcare or other essential expenses.
Keep gambling under control.
A few simple rules can help reduce gambling-related harm.
Set a Budget
Decide how much money you can afford to lose before you start. Once that amount is gone, stop.
Set a Time Limit
Decide how long you will play and take regular breaks away from the screen or casino.
Never Chase Losses
Losing money does not make a future win more likely. Increasing bets to recover previous losses can make the situation worse.
Don’t Borrow to Gamble
Never use loans, credit intended for essential expenses or money belonging to someone else to continue gambling.
Avoid Gambling When Emotional
Avoid gambling when stressed, angry, depressed, intoxicated or trying to escape personal problems.
Know When to Walk Away
Stopping is always an option. Taking a break can be one of the smartest decisions a player makes.
Is gambling becoming a problem?
Gambling can become harmful gradually. Pay attention to changes in your behaviour, finances and relationships.
Spending more money or time gambling than you planned.
Trying to win back money you have already lost.
Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble.
Hiding or lying about your gambling activity.
Feeling anxious, irritable or distressed when you cannot gamble.
Gambling is affecting your work, education, relationships or financial responsibilities.
You have tried to reduce or stop gambling but find it difficult to do so.
If gambling stops being fun, stop gambling.
Take a Break
Step away from gambling for a day, week, month or longer.
Use Deposit Limits
Where available, set daily, weekly or monthly deposit limits on your gambling accounts.
Use Self-Exclusion
Many regulated gambling operators allow players to temporarily or permanently exclude themselves from their platforms.
Talk to Someone
Speaking with a trained counsellor, friend or family member can help you regain perspective and plan your next steps.
International Gambling Support.
Confidential support is available in many countries. If gambling is causing you or someone close to you harm, consider contacting a professional support service.
National Problem Gambling Helpline
1-800-MY-RESETCall or text. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
NCPGambling.org →National Gambling Helpline — GamCare
0808 8020 133Free gambling support available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
GamCare.org.uk →Gambling Helpline
1800 858 858Free and confidential professional gambling support, 24/7.
GamblingHelpOnline.org.au →Gambling Helpline
0800 654 655Free specialist support for people affected by gambling.
GamblingHelpline.co.nz →Gambling Care National Helpline
1800 936 725Confidential support for people affected by gambling problems.
GamblingCare.ie →ConnexOntario
1-866-531-2600Free and confidential information and support for Ontario residents.
Find Canadian Support →Gambling Therapy
Gambling Therapy provides free online support and practical advice for people affected by gambling problems around the world.
Helpline availability and eligibility can vary by country or region. If a listed service is not available where you live, contact your local healthcare provider, gambling regulator or emergency services for appropriate local assistance.
Gambling is not for minors.
Joker content is intended only for adults who have reached the legal gambling age in their jurisdiction.
Parents and guardians should take reasonable steps to prevent minors from accessing gambling websites, accounts and payment methods.
The best bet can be no bet at all.
If gambling is no longer entertainment, take a break and ask for help. There is no shame in stopping.
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