Your Guide to Safe and Controlled Gaming
Gambling should be entertaining, not a way to make money. Always play with money you can afford to lose. If you feel you're losing control, seek help immediately.
Responsible gambling means maintaining control over your gaming habits, setting limits, and recognizing when gambling stops being entertainment. It's about making informed choices and understanding the risks involved.
Recognizing problematic behavior early is crucial. Ask yourself these questions:
Answer honestly - if you answer "yes" to 3 or more questions, you may have a gambling problem.
1. Do you gamble to escape problems or relieve stress?
2. Do you lie about how much you gamble or hide it from others?
3. Have you borrowed money or sold possessions to gamble?
4. Do you chase losses (try to win back money you've lost)?
Use this calculator to determine safe gambling limits based on your income:
Note: These are maximum recommended limits. Many experts suggest keeping gambling expenses under 1% of disposable income.
Most licensed online casinos offer these player protection tools:
Set daily, weekly, or monthly maximum deposit amounts.
Take a break for 24 hours, 7 days, 1 month, or longer.
Exclude yourself from the casino for 6 months to 5 years.
Get notifications about time and money spent.
Most casinos have a "Responsible Gambling" or "Player Protection" section in your account settings. There you can set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limits. Once set, these limits cannot be increased for 24 hours (cooling-off period).
Self-exclusion allows you to ban yourself from a casino for a set period (usually 6 months to 5 years). During this time, you cannot access your account, deposit, or play. The casino will also remove you from marketing communications.
No, self-exclusion cannot be reversed before the chosen period ends. This is by design to prevent impulsive decisions during emotional moments.
Approach them with care and concern, not accusation. Share your observations without judgment. Suggest professional help and provide helpline numbers. Remember, you cannot force someone to change - they must want help.
Yes, software like Gamban, BetBlocker, and Gamblock can block access to gambling sites across all your devices. Many are free or offer free trials.
Protecting minors from gambling exposure is crucial:
Gambling is strictly for adults only. The legal age varies by country but is typically 18+ or 21+. Never share your account with minors. Casinos that discover underage gambling will close accounts and confiscate funds.
At VodkaKaz.com, we believe in promoting safe gambling practices. We:
Remember: Gambling is entertainment, not a solution to financial problems.
When the fun stops, stop.