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Responsible Gambling

At ThePokies Reviews, we are committed to promoting responsible gambling. While online casino gaming can be an entertaining activity for many adults, we recognise that it can become problematic for some individuals. This page provides guidance and resources to help you gamble safely.

18+ Only

All content on this website is intended exclusively for adults aged 18 and over. Gambling is not appropriate for minors. If you suspect a minor is accessing gambling content, please use parental controls available through your internet service provider or browser.

Know the Risks

Gambling is a form of entertainment that carries financial risk. You should only ever gamble with money you can afford to lose. Key principles of responsible gambling include:

  • Set a budget before you play and stick to it
  • Only gamble with disposable income — never borrow money to gamble
  • Set time limits for your gambling sessions
  • Never chase losses — accept that losing is part of the experience
  • Take regular breaks and do not gamble when you are tired, upset, or under the influence
  • Treat gambling as entertainment, not a way to make money
  • Balance gambling with other recreational activities

Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Warning signs include:

  • Spending more time or money gambling than intended
  • Chasing losses or gambling to recover previous losses
  • Lying to friends or family about gambling activity
  • Neglecting responsibilities, relationships, or work due to gambling
  • Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
  • Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
  • Using gambling to escape problems or relieve negative emotions

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek support immediately.

Self-Exclusion

If you believe you have a problem with gambling, self-exclusion allows you to block access to gambling sites for a set period. Most licensed online casinos, including ThePokies, offer self-exclusion tools within your account settings. Contact ThePokies support directly to request a self-exclusion period.

Tools for Safer Gambling

Responsible online casinos typically offer the following tools. Check with ThePokies directly for availability:

  • Deposit limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit caps
  • Loss limits: Cap your maximum losses in a set period
  • Session time limits: Receive reminders after a set playing duration
  • Cooling-off period: Take a temporary break from gambling
  • Self-exclusion: Block access to your account for a defined period
  • Reality checks: Pop-up reminders showing time and money spent

Free Support Resources

If gambling is causing you distress, please reach out — help is available and confidential:

Our Commitment

ThePokies Reviews only features content aimed at adult audiences who can legally access online gambling in their jurisdiction. We do not encourage underage gambling, and we do not target problem gamblers with promotional content. We encourage all readers to gamble responsibly.