Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Safe Gaming
At Payid Pokies Australia, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. We encourage all players to gamble within their means and to seek help if gambling becomes a concern.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to participate in online gambling activities. We take age verification seriously and do not permit access to our services for anyone under the legal gambling age. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to access gambling services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:
- Spending more money on gambling than you can afford to lose
- Gambling for longer periods than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount spent
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to finance gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Increasing the amount wagered to achieve the same level of excitement
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling as an escape from personal or financial problems
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features
Most licensed online casinos and gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you are willing to lose over a set period
- Betting Limits: Cap the maximum bet size on individual games
- Reality Checks: Enable notifications during gaming sessions to remind you of elapsed time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling services for a predetermined period, ranging from days to years
- Cool-Off Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set duration
We strongly recommend utilising these tools as part of your responsible gaming strategy.
Support & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please contact one of the following support organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free counselling and support services for problem gamblers and their families
- Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 — Crisis support and counselling available 24/7
- Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 — Mental health support and counselling
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom): www.gamcare.org.uk — Free confidential advice and support
- GamStop (United Kingdom): www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org — Research, education, and prevention programs
- National Council on Problem Gambling (United States): www.ncpgambling.org — Support and referral services
If You Need Help
Problem gambling is a serious issue that can affect your mental health, relationships, and finances. If you are experiencing difficulties with gambling, please reach out for support today. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. The organisations listed above provide confidential, non-judgmental assistance and can connect you with professional counsellors and support groups in your area.
Remember: You are not alone. Help is available, and recovery is possible.