Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Payid Pokies Australia, we believe that online gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Pokies and casino games are games of chance with a built-in house edge — the odds always favour the casino in the long run.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means. Only spend money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to access and use our services. This is a legal requirement in Australia. We are committed to preventing underage gambling.
If you are under 18, please do not create an account or attempt to gamble on our platform.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, groceries)
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount of time and money spent
- Feeling unable to stop gambling or control gambling behaviour
- Gambling to escape negative feelings, stress, anxiety, or depression
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Neglecting family, work, studies, or hobbies due to gambling
- Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling
- Experiencing mood swings, irritability, or withdrawal symptoms when unable to gamble
- Requiring larger amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
If you have identified with any of these signs, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Player Protection
We provide several tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a session or time period
- Reality Checks: Receive automatic reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Session Time Limits: Set a maximum duration for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from accessing your account for a period you choose (temporary or permanent)
Contact our customer support team to activate any of these tools.
Support & Help Organizations
If you are struggling with problem gambling, please reach out to one of these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential online counselling service
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free call)
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free support and information for problem gamblers
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling — Helpline and resources
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Federal Centre for Health Education
Telephone Counselling: 0800 1 372 374 (free and confidential)
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is a serious issue, but recovery is possible. You are not alone. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please contact one of the support organisations listed above. Help is available 24/7.
Remember: Your wellbeing and safety are more important than any game.
This Responsible Gaming information is provided for educational and harm prevention purposes. For the most current and comprehensive information on problem gambling support specific to your location, please consult your local health or gambling regulatory authority.