Responsible Gaming
Gambling should always be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Never bet more than you can comfortably afford to lose, and never chase losses. If gambling stops being fun or starts causing stress, take a break and seek support.
Age Verification
You must be of legal gambling age to play. In the Philippines, the minimum age for casino and online gambling is typically 21. However, some jurisdictions may allow 18+. It is your responsibility to verify and comply with the legal gambling age in your location before creating an account or placing a bet. We reserve the right to request proof of age and to suspend any account found to be underage.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you care about, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses — betting more to try to win back money you’ve lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or employers
- Borrowing money, selling possessions, or using funds meant for essentials to gamble
- Neglecting work, school, family, or social responsibilities because of gambling
- Feeling restless, irritable, or anxious when trying to cut down or stop
- Lying about how much time or money is spent gambling
- Repeated unsuccessful attempts to control, reduce, or stop gambling
- Gambling to escape from stress, anxiety, depression, or other problems
- Jeopardising relationships, career, or education due to gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to feel excitement
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable betting platforms offer built-in tools to help you stay in control. We encourage you to use the following features:
- Deposit limits — cap how much you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly
- Loss limits — set a maximum amount you are willing to lose in a given period
- Reality checks — receive periodic reminders of how long you have been playing
- Time-out / cooling-off periods — temporarily block access to your account for a chosen period
- Self-exclusion — permanently or long-term close your account and block re-registration
- Session time limits — restrict the duration of a single gambling session
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know needs help, please contact one of the following trusted organisations. They provide free, confidential advice and support.
Philippines
- PAGCOR Responsible Gaming Program — Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation offers guidance and self-exclusion services. Visit www.pagcor.ph
- Gamblers Anonymous Philippines — a fellowship of men and women who share their experience to help others recover. Search for local meetings or contact via gamblersanonymous.org
International Helplines
- United Kingdom — GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk | GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk
- Australia — Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada — Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States — National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org or call/text 1-800-GAMBLER
- Germany — Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA): www.bzga.de
- Other countries — please contact your national responsible gambling helpline or search online for “problem gambling help [your country]”. Reputable global directories include the International Centre for Responsible Gambling (www.icrg.org).
Seek Help Today
Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible. You are not alone. If gambling is causing harm to you or a loved one, please reach out to one of the organisations listed above. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Take the first step today.