What is Responsible Gambling?
Responsible gambling is a concept aimed at providing players with tools to manage their gambling habits. This initiative is supported by providers, regulatory authorities, and other organizations to create a safer gambling environment through mechanisms such as limits, self-exclusion, and informational notifications.
Key Categories of Practices
We have divided responsible gambling tools into several categories:
- Casino-specific tools: Each platform offers unique measures that apply only within its own ecosystem.
- Country-wide measures: Some countries have implemented national self-exclusion systems.
- Global blocking tools: Apps and programs designed to restrict access to gambling websites.
- Responsible gambling principles: Ensuring fair play, protecting players, and preventing illegal activities.
- Our approach: How we evaluate casinos and contribute to the industry’s development.
It is important to note that while these tools can help manage gambling habits, professional assistance is often required for more serious issues.
Tools Offered by Casinos
To comply with responsible gambling standards, online casinos offer a range of mechanisms designed to help players manage their gambling behavior. These tools are effective but are typically confined to the specific platform offering them.
Example:
If you set a deposit limit at one casino, you could bypass it by simply playing at another. However, some casino networks extend restrictions across their entire group, meaning self-exclusion at one casino will block access to all casinos within the group.
Key tools include:
- Self-exclusion
- Deposit limits
- Loss limits
- Session time restrictions
- Reality checks
- Account closure
Self-Exclusion
If you want to temporarily or permanently stop gambling, most casinos provide a self-exclusion option.
Available periods:
- 12 hours
- 1 day
- 1 week
- 1 month
- 6 months
How to activate:
- Locate the “Responsible Gambling” section on the casino’s website.
- Select your desired self-exclusion period.
- Activate the option.
During self-exclusion, access to games will be blocked, even if you contact support. Additionally, casinos are obligated to stop sending marketing materials, although not all comply with this rule.
Deposit Limits
If you prefer to avoid completely excluding yourself, you can set a limit on the amount you deposit.
Common time frames:
- 1 day
- 1 week
- 1 month
Increasing these limits typically requires a delay (up to 7 days) to discourage impulsive decisions.
Loss Limits
This tool allows you to restrict how much money you can lose over a set period. It considers both your bets and winnings, helping you manage your total losses.
Betting and Session Time Limits
Betting limits: Restrict the maximum amount you can wager on a single bet.
Session time limits: Cap the total time you can spend gambling in a day.
Example:
If you set a 1-hour daily session limit, access to games will be blocked after 60 minutes of play until the next day.
Reality Checks
These notifications provide insights into your gaming session, including:
- Time spent gambling.
- Amount won or lost.
Players can use these reminders to decide whether to continue playing or take a break.
Marketing Opt-Out
Players can disable marketing communications, such as promotional emails or calls. While casinos may still send account-related notifications, advertising materials will be stopped.
Account Closure
A complete account closure is a more drastic option, but some casinos make it unnecessarily complicated. Self-exclusion remains a more reliable tool for managing gambling habits.
Our Approach to Responsible Gambling
We prioritize transparency and fairness in the gambling industry. Our casino evaluations are based on principles such as:
- Ensuring fair play.
- Providing effective control tools.
- Ethical marketing practices.
Our main goal is the safety and well-being of players. If you find gambling becoming a problem, we encourage you to use available tools and seek professional assistance.
