Responsible Gaming

Introduction

At Payid Pokies Australia, we believe that gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gambling is not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. It should never be viewed as a source of income. We encourage all players to gamble responsibly and within their means.

Set a budget you can afford to lose, play for fun, and remember that the house always has an edge. If you find yourself gambling more than intended or chasing losses, please seek help immediately.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years of age or older to access and use our services in Australia. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and comply with all Australian gaming regulations. By using this website, you confirm that you are of legal age to gamble in your jurisdiction.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following signs, you may be developing a gambling problem:

• Gambling with money you cannot afford to lose
• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
• Spending increasing amounts of time and money on gambling
• Neglecting work, school, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
• Lying about the extent of your gambling
• Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
• Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression
• Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
• Experiencing financial difficulties or relationship problems due to gambling

If you identify with any of these signs, please reach out for support.

Self-Help Tools

We provide several tools to help you maintain control over your gaming:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly).
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose before stopping play.
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you have been playing and how much you have spent.
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your account for a period of your choosing.
• Session Reminders: Set time limits for each gaming session.

Contact our customer support team to activate any of these tools at any time.

Support Organizations

If you need help with problem gambling, please contact one of these trusted organisations:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online - Free counselling and support service for problem gambling
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858
• Lifeline Australia - Crisis support and counselling
  Phone: 13 11 14

United Kingdom

• GamCare - Free support for problem gambling
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop - National self-exclusion scheme
  www.gamstop.co.uk

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council - Evidence-based resources and support
  www.responsiblegambling.org

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling - Helpline and resources
  www.ncpgambling.org
  National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) - Federal health education centre
  Phone: 0800-137 27 00

Call to Action

If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please seek help today. Problem gambling is a serious issue, but support and recovery are possible. The organisations listed above offer free, confidential assistance.

Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to stop.

If you are in crisis or having thoughts of self-harm, please contact emergency services immediately or call a crisis helpline in your country.