Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

Pay ID pokies and online gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favour of the house, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.

Please remember: gambling is a form of entertainment with financial risk. Never gamble more than you can comfortably afford, and never view it as an income source.

Age Verification

All users must be 18 years of age or older to access and use Pay ID pokies services in Australia. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your state or territory before participating in any gambling activities.

If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not use this site. Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor and restrict access to gambling services for minors.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Please be aware of these warning signs that may indicate a gambling problem:

• Chasing Losses: Continuing to gamble to try to recover money you've lost
• Loss of Control: Being unable to stop gambling or stick to set limits
• Hiding Gambling: Concealing the extent of your gambling from family, friends, or partners
• Financial Strain: Gambling with money needed for essentials like rent, bills, or food
• Neglecting Responsibilities: Neglecting work, school, family, or other obligations due to gambling
• Increasing Bets: Needing to bet larger amounts to achieve the same level of excitement
• Mood Changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when not gambling
• Borrowing Money: Taking loans or borrowing to fund gambling activities
• Preoccupation: Constantly thinking about gambling or planning your next session
• Failed Attempts to Quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, it's important to seek help immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features

Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a limit on the amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Session Time Limits: Set automatic session limits to take regular breaks from gambling
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling services
• Account Cooling-Off: Request a temporary pause on your account to reflect on your gambling habits

We strongly encourage you to use these tools as part of responsible gaming practices.

Support Organisations & Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:

Australia (Primary Resource)

• Gambling Help Online
  Free, confidential counselling and support for Australians
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858 (available 24/7)

International Resources

• UK - GamCare
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• UK - GamStop
  www.gamstop.co.uk
• Canada - Responsible Gambling Council
  www.responsiblegambling.org
• USA - National Council on Problem Gambling
  www.ncpgambling.org

Need Help? Take Action Today

If you're experiencing gambling-related problems or concerns, please don't hesitate to seek support. Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for free, confidential support.

Remember: help is available, and recovery is possible. You are not alone.