Responsible Gaming

Gambling should be entertainment, not a way to earn money. It is not a solution to financial problems and should never be relied upon as a source of income. Always play responsibly and within your means.

Age Verification

You must be at least 18 years old, or the minimum legal age for gambling in your jurisdiction. In the Philippines, the legal gambling age is generally 21 for most casino and online betting activities, though some forms may allow 18. Always verify the specific age requirement for the platform you use and never gamble if you are underage.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

• Chasing losses by betting more to recover money you have lost
• Hiding gambling from family, friends, or colleagues
• Spending more money or time on gambling than you intended
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble
• Neglecting work, studies, or personal responsibilities because of gambling
• Feeling anxious, guilty, or irritable when not gambling
• Being unable to stop or cut back despite wanting to
• Gambling to escape from stress, anxiety, or other problems

Self-Help Tools

• Deposit limits – set a maximum amount you can add to your account per day, week, or month.
• Loss limits – cap the amount you can lose within a set period.
• Reality checks – receive timed reminders about how long you have been playing.
• Self-exclusion – block yourself from gambling for a set period or permanently.
• Session time limits – restrict the length of each gambling session.
• Cooling-off periods – take a short break from all gambling activities.

Support Organizations

• 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
• Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA): www.bzga.de
• Philippines – PAGCOR Responsible Gaming Program: call (02) 8522-0299 or visit www.pagcor.ph
• Other countries – contact your national responsible gambling organization or visit Gambling Therapy: www.gamblingtherapy.org

Seek Help

If you recognize any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you care about, do not wait. Reach out to a support organization today. Help is available, confidential, and often free. Gambling should never harm your well-being or relationships.