Responsible Gaming

Gambling always carries the risk of financial loss. Understanding this reality helps you make informed decisions about your gaming activities.

At Casinonic, we provide tools that empower players to control their betting behaviour:

• Set deposit limits to manage your spending
• Use session reminders to track time spent playing
• Access your gaming history to review patterns
• Take breaks when needed through self-exclusion options
• Never chase losses or bet money you cannot afford to lose
• View gambling as entertainment, not income generation
• Play only when you feel calm and clear-headed

Responsible gaming means staying within your personal boundaries. Use our control features to protect your financial and emotional wellbeing. These tools exist to help you enjoy gambling safely without negative consequences.

Gambling addiction is a serious condition requiring professional attention. Recognising warning signs early helps prevent escalation and supports timely intervention.

Key indicators someone may have a gambling problem include:

• Spending more money than planned or affordable on betting activities
• Feeling unable to stop or reduce gambling despite wanting to
• Lying to family or friends about gaming habits
• Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
• Chasing losses by placing larger or more frequent bets
• Experiencing anxiety, irritability, or restlessness when not playing
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
• Using gaming as an escape from stress or emotional difficulties
• Feeling guilt or shame about gambling behaviour
• Continuing to play despite negative financial or personal consequences

If you recognise these signs in yourself or someone you care about, seek help immediately. Addiction thrives in secrecy but responds to early intervention and support.

Preventing gambling addiction requires active management and honest self-assessment. Casinonic provides practical recommendations to help you maintain control and protect your wellbeing.

Follow these prevention strategies:

• Set strict deposit and loss limits before you start playing
• Never gamble with money needed for essential expenses
• Establish time limits and stick to them without exception
• Avoid gambling when feeling stressed, depressed, or under the influence
• Take regular breaks during gaming sessions
• Keep track of all money spent on gambling activities
• Discuss your gaming habits openly with trusted friends or family
• Remove payment methods from your account if you struggle with control
• Use self-exclusion tools if you feel gambling is becoming problematic
• Seek professional help at the first sign of difficulty managing your behaviour

Prevention works best when combined with self-awareness. Monitor your patterns regularly and adjust your approach if warning signs appear.

Professional support services provide confidential assistance for anyone affected by gambling addiction. These organisations offer counselling, treatment programmes, and practical guidance tailored to Australian residents.

Contact these trusted help organisations:

• Gambling Help Online – Free counselling via phone (1800 858 858), webchat, or email available 24/7 at gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Lifeline Australia – Crisis support and suicide prevention on 13 11 14, available 24 hours at lifeline.org.au
• Beyond Blue – Mental health support at 1300 22 4636 or online at beyondblue.org.au
• Gamblers Anonymous Australia – Peer support meetings nationwide, find locations at gamblersanonymous.org.au
• Financial Counselling Australia – Free money management advice at 1800 007 007 or financialcounsellingaustralia.org.au

These services remain completely confidential. Reaching out demonstrates strength, not weakness. Professional help makes recovery possible.

If you’re experiencing difficulties with gambling, our support team stands ready to assist. Casinonic staff can help implement account restrictions, provide information about responsible gaming tools, or guide you towards appropriate external resources.

Contact our support team through:

• Live chat available directly on our website 24/7
• Email support at [email protected] with response within 24 hours
• Account settings where you can activate self-exclusion immediately
• Responsible gaming section containing comprehensive control tools

Your privacy remains protected. Our team handles all enquiries with discretion and respect. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance managing your account or accessing support services.