Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Payid Pokies AU, we believe that online gaming should be enjoyable entertainment only – never a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself viewing gambling as income or a solution to money troubles, it's time to seek support.

Please gamble responsibly and within your means. Set limits, stick to them, and remember that the house always has an edge.

Age Verification

In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to legally gamble online. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and verifying the age of all users. If you are under 18, please do not use our services.

By accessing our site, you confirm that you are of legal gambling age in your jurisdiction.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?

• Chasing losses: Gambling more to try to win back money you've lost
• Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling activities secret from family or friends
• Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, study, or family obligations due to gambling
• Increasing stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to feel the same excitement
• Unable to stop: Repeated failed attempts to cut back or quit gambling
• Borrowing to gamble: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling
• Mood changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when not gambling
• Lying about gambling: Dishonesty with loved ones about time or money spent gambling
• Gambling with emergency funds: Using money meant for bills, rent, or essentials
• Relationship conflict: Arguments with family or friends about your gambling

If any of these apply to you, please reach out to a support organisation immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Limits

Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you control your gambling:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a day, week, or month
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to remind you to take breaks
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling websites
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling

Take advantage of these tools – they're designed to keep you in control.

Support Organisations for Australia

If you're struggling with problem gambling, help is available. In Australia, contact:

Primary Australian Resources

• Gambling Help Online (Australia)
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free, confidential, national counselling and support service

International Resources

If you're accessing services from other regions, these organisations also provide support:

• GamCare (United Kingdom)
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (United Kingdom)
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  National self-exclusion scheme
• Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
• National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org

All of these services are free, confidential, and staffed by trained professionals.

Need Help?

If you think you or someone you care about may have a gambling problem, please reach out for support today. There is no shame in asking for help – it's a sign of strength.

Contact Gambling Help Online now: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au

Remember: Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible with the right support.