Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While gaming can be fun, it's important to understand that the odds always favour the house. Play within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your state or territory) to participate in online gaming at Payid Pokies AU. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and comply with all Australian gaming regulations. By using our services, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Lying to family, friends, or others about the extent of your gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
- Neglecting work, study, relationships, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Using borrowed money or credit to fund gambling activities
- Feeling unable to control or stop gambling
- Jeopardising relationships, employment, or education because of gambling
- Stealing or committing fraud to finance gambling
If you tick any of these boxes, help is available—please reach out to a support organisation immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Player Protection Features
Most reputable online gaming operators provide tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on how much you can deposit.
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period.
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent.
- Session Time Limits: Automatically end your gaming session after a set period.
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming accounts.
- Cool-Off Periods: Take a mandatory break from gambling for a set period.
Use these tools proactively to manage your gaming responsibly.
Get Help: Support Organisations
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Contact one of these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling service for all Australians
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858
International Support
- GamCare (UK) – Free and confidential support
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK) – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
www.ncpgambling.org
All services are confidential, non-judgmental, and free of charge.
If You Need Help
Don't suffer in silence. If gaming is causing you distress, affecting your relationships, finances, or wellbeing, reach out for support today. Help is available, and recovery is possible.
Contact Gambling Help Online: 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Our Commitment
Payid Pokies AU is committed to promoting responsible gaming and player protection. We support all Australian regulations designed to prevent harm and provide a safe, transparent gaming environment. Thank you for gaming responsibly.