Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Payid Pokies AU, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In Australia, online gambling is only available to individuals aged 18 years and over. We strictly enforce age verification requirements to ensure all users meet the legal minimum age. If you are under 18, please do not access gambling services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling more money to recover what you've lost
- Spending more time and money gambling than intended
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Feeling restless or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, school, relationships, or other important responsibilities
- Experiencing mood swings related to gambling wins and losses
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Lying about the extent of your gambling activities
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most reputable online gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session or timeframe
- Reality Checks: Enable reminders that pop up during gaming sessions to help you track time and spending
- Time Limits: Set session duration limits to prevent excessive play
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gambling services
We encourage you to use these tools to maintain healthy gaming habits.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, please reach out to one of these trusted organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online - Free, confidential support and counselling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (toll-free, 24/7)
United Kingdom
- GamCare - Free support and information
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop - National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (toll-free, 24/7)
Need Help?
If you think you have a gambling problem or are concerned about someone else's gambling, please seek help immediately. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and support is available. Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Contact one of the organisations listed above for free, confidential assistance. You don't have to face this alone.
This Responsible Gaming information is provided by Payid Pokies AU as part of our commitment to player safety and wellbeing. Last updated: 2026. For more information about our responsible gaming practices, please contact our support team.