Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Thousand Byte Days, we believe that online pokies and casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling to make money or recover losses, it may be time to seek support.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means. Set limits, take breaks, and remember that the house always has an edge.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your state or territory to use our services. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and comply with all applicable Australian gambling laws.
If you are under the legal age, please do not proceed. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use filtering software to prevent access to gambling websites.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount you gamble
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to cut down or stop gambling
- Spending more time or money on gambling than planned
- Neglecting family, work, school, or other important responsibilities
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay off gambling debts
- Experiencing relationship problems due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to control, cut back, or stop gambling
If you identify with any of these signs, help is available.
Self-Help Tools and Controls
Most reputable online casinos and pokies sites offer responsible gaming tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose within a specified time period
- Betting Limits: Restrict the amount you can wager on individual games
- Reality Checks: Receive regular pop-up reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a set period (hours, days, or weeks) while keeping your account active
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account to prevent access to gambling services
We strongly encourage you to use these tools as part of your responsible gaming strategy.
Support and Help Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out to one of these trusted organisations:
Australia
Gambling Help Online
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counselling and support for problem gambling in Australia. Available 24/7.
United Kingdom
GamCare
www.gamcare.org.uk
Free support and counselling for problem gamblers and those affected by someone else's gambling.
GamStop
www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling in the UK.
Canada
Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org
Evidence-based research and resources for problem gambling prevention and treatment.
United States
National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
National helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Free, confidential support available 24/7.
Germany
Bundeszentrale fΓΌr gesundheitliche AufklΓ€rung (BZgA)
Hotline: 0800 1 372 374
Free telephone counselling for problem gambling (German language).
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a problem with gambling, reach out for help today. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available. The sooner you seek help, the sooner you can regain control of your life.
You are not alone. Thousands of people have successfully overcome problem gambling with professional support and community resources.
Contact Gambling Help Online now for free, confidential support in Australia.
Our Commitment
At Thousand Byte Days, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming. We support all efforts to prevent problem gambling and provide information about available resources and support services. If you have concerns about your gaming habits, please use the tools available to you or contact one of the support organisations listed above.