Gambling Should Stay Entertainment
Online casino games are a paid form of entertainment, not a way to make money. Over time the house has an edge on every game, so the amount you spend should be an amount you are comfortable losing. Gambling is for adults aged 18 and over only.
A few habits keep play under control:
- Decide on a budget before you start and stop when it is spent.
- Set a time limit for each session and take regular breaks.
- Never chase losses by depositing more to win back what you lost.
- Do not gamble with money meant for rent, bills or other essentials.
- Do not gamble when you are stressed, upset or have been drinking.
- Treat any bonus as part of the entertainment, not as a guaranteed return.
Tools Available in a Maximalbet Account
Maximalbet provides the following tools in the account settings:
- Deposit limits to cap how much you can pay in over a period.
- Loss limits to cap how much you can lose over a period.
- Session timers to remind you how long you have been playing.
- Cool-off periods for a short break from the account.
- Self-exclusion for at least six months.
Lowering a limit takes effect immediately. Raising a limit only takes effect after 24 hours, which gives you time to reconsider.
Warning Signs
It may be time to stop or to talk to someone if you notice that you:
- spend more money or time on gambling than you planned
- borrow money or sell things to gamble
- hide your gambling from family or friends
- feel anxious, irritable or low when you are not gambling
- keep playing to win back losses
- neglect work, study or relationships because of gambling
Where to Get Free Help in the UK
If gambling is causing problems for you or someone close to you, free and confidential support is available:
- GamCare - National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133, available 24 hours a day.
- BeGambleAware - information, self-assessment tools and advice on finding treatment.
- Gamblers Anonymous UK - local and online meetings with people who have been through the same.
Blocking software such as Gamban can stop access to gambling websites and apps on your computer and phone.
Protecting Minors
Gambling is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. If children use the same device, keep your login details private, log out after playing and consider parental-control or blocking software.