Responsible gaming

Updated: August 3, 2026

Sports betting and casino games are a form of entertainment, not a source of income. Over the long run the mathematical edge is always on the bookmaker's side, so only stake money you are prepared to lose. The rules below help you stay in control.

⚠️ Gambling is only for people over 18. Registration of minors on betting platforms is prohibited.

Core rules

Set a budget. Fix a monthly or weekly limit and never raise it.
Do not chase losses. Chasing lost money is the most common path to addiction.
Never play with borrowed money. Loans, debt or household budget must not go into bets.
Limit your time. Decide in advance how long a session may last.
Do not bet on emotion. Avoid betting when tired, upset or under the influence of alcohol.
Read the bonus terms. If the wagering requirement is unclear, it is better to decline the bonus.

Signs of addiction

If even one of these applies to you, consider stopping and speaking to a specialist:

Constant thoughts about betting and loss of interest in other activities
Spending more money or time than planned
Increasing stakes to win back what was lost
Hiding play and losses from people close to you
Borrowing money or selling belongings to keep playing
Failed attempts to stop
Problems at work, in study or in relationships because of gambling

Protection tools in the bookmaker account

Large operators offer self-limitation tools in the account settings — do not hesitate to use them:

Tool	What it does
Deposit limit	Caps how much can be deposited per day/week/month
Bet limit	Caps a single bet or total turnover
Loss limit	Prevents losing more than a set amount
Session time limit	Limits time spent on the site
Time-out	Temporarily freezes the account for days or weeks
Self-exclusion	Closes the account for a long period or permanently

Where to get help

If gambling has got out of control, the first step is to talk about it. Speaking to someone close, setting account limits and contacting a psychologist or psychotherapist is the most effective route. You can also write to the bookmaker's support team and ask for the account to be closed — every large operator offers this.

Internationally, organisations such as Gamblers Anonymous and GamCare provide free advice and their materials are available online.

Protecting minors

If there are children at home, use parental control software on the device and do not save bookmaker account login details.