Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Payid Pokies, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed as entertainment only—never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling to make money or recover losses, it's time to seek help.
Please gamble within your means and set limits before you play.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online gambling activities. It is illegal for minors to access pokies or casino games. We take age verification seriously and comply with all Australian gaming regulations.
If you are under 18, please do not use this service. If you suspect someone underage is gambling, please contact the relevant authorities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Chasing losses: Continuing to gamble to win back money you've lost
- Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling secret from family and friends
- Loss of control: Unable to stop gambling or gambling longer than planned
- Increased stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to get the same excitement
- Financial problems: Borrowing money or using savings intended for other purposes to gamble
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Mood changes: Becoming anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Relationship strain: Arguments with loved ones about your gambling habits
- Escaping problems: Using gambling to avoid stress, anxiety, or other emotional issues
If you've identified with any of these signs, support is available.
Self-Help Tools & Features
Many online gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling. Consider using:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're prepared to lose in a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during play about how long you've been gaming and how much you've spent
- Time Limits: Set a maximum duration for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming platforms
- Account Pause: Take a break from your account for a specified period
These tools are designed to support responsible gaming. Use them proactively to maintain control.
Support Organisations in Australia
If you're concerned about your gambling or need professional support, help is available:
Primary Australian Resources:
- Gambling Help Online (Australia)
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counselling and support services for problem gambling. Available 24/7 across Australia. - Lifeline Australia
www.lifeline.org.au
24-hour crisis support and counselling: 13 11 14 - Beyond Blue
www.beyondblue.org.au
Mental health support and resources: 1300 22 4636
International Support Resources:
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom)
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
www.ncpgambling.org
If You Need Help
Don't struggle alone. If you or someone you know is experiencing problems with gambling, professional help is available and recovery is possible.
Contact Gambling Help Online today: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au or call for support in your state.
Remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Your wellbeing is more important than any game.
Disclaimer
Payid Pokies is committed to responsible gaming and complies with all Australian gaming regulations. This information is provided for educational purposes. If you are experiencing problem gambling, please seek professional help immediately. For more information about gaming laws in Australia, visit the relevant state gaming regulator's website.