Responsible Gaming

1. Principles of responsible gaming

• Only play with money You can afford to lose. Never use rent, food, or credit funds.
• Set limits in advance. Deposit limit, time limit, bet per round.
• Don't try to chase losses. "I'll catch up" is the fastest path to addiction.
• Take breaks. Every 30 minutes — stand up, drink water, look out the window.
• Don't play under influence of alcohol or stress.
• Gambling should be entertainment, not Your only pastime.

2. Signs of gambling addiction

If at least one of the following describes You — see a specialist:

• You spend more than planned, regularly;
• You can't stop even when losing;
• You use household money or credit for gambling;
• You lie to loved ones about amounts spent;
• You play to "escape" problems or stress;
• You feel irritable when trying to cut back;
• You lose interest in other hobbies.

3. Self-control tools

All licensed Ukrainian casinos must provide:

• Deposit limit — daily/weekly/monthly cap;
• Time limit — reminder or auto-logout;
• Loss limit — block when amount reached;
• Time-out — 24h to 6mo pause;
• Self-exclusion — full account closure 6mo to permanent.

4. Where to get help

5. Help for family

If a family member has an addiction:

• Don't blame — this is an illness, not character weakness;
• Don't lend money;
• Suggest seeing a specialist together;
• Protect finances: separate accounts, credit control;
• Support during a crisis, don't leave alone.

6. Protection of minors

Gambling in Ukraine is permitted from 21 years of age. All licensed casinos must verify age via the Diia system.

• Set parental controls on devices;
• Use filters (Net Nanny, Qustodio);
• Talk to Your child about gambling risks;
• Contact school or psychologist if signs appear.