Responsible Gaming - Play Smart

Gambling should be entertainment. Not problem-solving, not income source, not escape from reality. BoomBet takes player protection seriously - at least on paper. This page explains what tools are available and where to find help.

Are You at Risk? Honest Self-Assessment

Most problem gamblers don't recognize it early enough. Here are warning signs you should take seriously:

Financial Warning Signs

• You gamble with money meant for rent, bills or food
• You borrow money to gamble (friends, family, loans)
• You sell possessions to keep playing
• Your debts grow continuously
• You hide losses from family or partner

Behavioral Warning Signs

• You constantly think about gambling, even when not playing
• You gamble to win back losses ("chasing")
• You play longer than planned, more often than planned
• You can't stop when you're winning
• You feel restless or irritated when you can't gamble

Emotional Warning Signs

• Gambling is your main method of coping with stress
• You neglect work, family, hobbies because of gambling
• You lie about the extent of your gambling
• You feel guilt or shame after sessions
• Relationships suffer from your gambling behavior

Recognize yourself in multiple points? Time to change something. Not someday - now.

Player Protection Tools at BoomBet

BoomBet offers various self-control tools. Use them. Really.

Deposit Limits

Set upper limits for deposits - daily, weekly or monthly. Prevents impulsive redeposits after losses.

Setting: Account → Responsible Gaming → Set Limits

Lower limits: immediately active. Increase limits: 24 hour waiting period (cooling-off).

Loss Limits

Limit maximum losses per timeframe. System automatically stops play when limit reached.

Set realistically. Not "$2,000 per day" when your monthly budget is $500.

Session Limits

Set maximum play time per session. After expiry: automatic logout.

Recommended: 60-90 minutes maximum. Longer sessions increase risk of chasing losses.

Reality Check

Pop-up reminders every X minutes. Shows how long you've played and how much won/lost.

Annoying? It should be. That's the point.

Self-Exclusion

Temporary or permanent account lock. Various options:

During self-exclusion: no login possible, no marketing emails, no support contact for removal.

Professional Help - Where to Find Support

Tools alone often aren't enough. Getting professional help isn't failure - it's wisdom.

Australia

Gambling Help Online

Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free & confidential)

Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au

Offers: Counseling, information, online chat support

Lifeline

Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7, crisis support)

Website: www.lifeline.org.au

For acute crises, including gambling-related problems

Gambler's Help

Phone: 1800 858 858

Website: www.gamblershelp.com.au

Free counseling services across Australia

Gamblers Anonymous

Website: www.gaaustralia.org.au

12-step program self-help groups. Meetings across Australia, also online

For Family & Friends - How You Can Help

Partners, family, friends suffer too. Here are some pointers:

Recognize the Signs

• Unexplained money problems or debts
• Frequent lies about money spending
• Mood swings - euphoric after wins, depressed after losses
• Social withdrawal, neglecting duties
• Constantly checking phone/computer (online gambling)

How to Approach

Not accusatory. Not during emotional moments.

Good: "I've noticed you spend a lot of time gambling. I'm worried. Can we talk about it?"

Bad: "You're a gambling addict and you're ruining everything!"

What You Can Do

• Listen without judging
• Educate yourself about gambling addiction
• Offer help finding counseling
• Set clear boundaries (e.g. no lending money)
• Don't control - surveillance often makes it worse

Protection of Minors

Gambling is strictly 18+ only. No exceptions.

For Parents

Children and teenagers are particularly vulnerable - impulse control not yet developed, risk awareness low.

Prevention:

• Install parental control filters on devices
• Secure payment methods (no saved credit cards)
• Talk about risks before problems arise
• Reflect on own gambling behavior - kids learn by example

Facts About Gambling Addiction

In Australia, approximately 400,000 - 500,000 people experience gambling problems. Online gambling has increased these numbers in recent years - 24/7 availability, anonymity, fast gameplay.

Recovery Is Possible

Gambling addiction is treatable. Therapy, self-help groups, medication (in some cases) - combinations work. Relapses are part of the process. Don't give up.

Final Thoughts

Gambling can be fun. Can be. When it stays controlled, budgets are followed, life doesn't suffer.

Golden Rules:

• Never gamble with money you need
• Set limits BEFORE you play
• Chasing losses brings nothing but more losses
• Gambling isn't a solution to problems
• When it's not fun anymore: stop

Seeking help is strength, not weakness. Gambling Help Online is free: 1800 858 858.

Take care of yourself.