Responsible Gaming

Gambling involves risk, and losses can occur. There is no guaranteed strategy, system or result. Every bet is an independent activity, and previous wins or losses do not change the outcome of a future game. You should only gamble with money you can afford to lose after your essential expenses and financial commitments have been covered.

Before you begin, decide how much time and money you are comfortable spending. Treat that amount as an entertainment expense rather than an investment. Avoid increasing your stake to recover losses, borrowing money to gamble, or using funds intended for rent, bills, food, savings or other important needs.

A responsible approach also means making clear decisions about when not to gamble. Do not gamble when you are affected by alcohol, drugs, strong emotions, tiredness or financial pressure. Take regular breaks and keep gambling separate from work, study, family responsibilities and other important parts of your life.

Helpful habits

• Set a personal spending limit before opening a game or placing a bet.
• Set a time limit and stop when that time has passed.
• Keep track of deposits, wagers, wins and losses rather than relying on memory.
• Decide in advance how much you will spend during a session and do not exceed it.
• Use available account controls, breaks or exclusion options when you need extra support.
• Avoid gambling with credit, borrowed funds or money needed for everyday living.
• Do not chase losses by placing larger or more frequent bets.
• Make sure gambling does not interfere with relationships, work, study, sleep or health.

You must also meet the minimum legal age that applies where you live. People who are under the legal gambling age must not access or use gambling services. Keep your account details private and take reasonable steps to prevent other people, including children, from using your account or payment methods.

Planning your gambling before you start can make it easier to stay within your personal boundaries. Consider the amount you can comfortably spend over a day, week or month, as well as the maximum time you want to spend gambling. A written budget or private record can help you compare your gambling activity with your original plan.

Account features may be available to help you manage your play. Depending on the service and your location, these can include deposit limits, wagering or loss controls, session reminders, reality checks, cooling-off periods, temporary breaks and self-exclusion. The availability and operation of these tools may vary. Review the relevant account settings and terms before selecting an option.

Choosing a break or self-exclusion

A cooling-off period or temporary break can be useful when you want time away from gambling without making a longer-term decision. Self-exclusion is a stronger step that prevents or restricts access for a selected period, where the option is available. If you request self-exclusion, do not try to open another account, use another person's account or find ways around the restriction.

If you believe gambling is becoming difficult to control, consider stopping rather than simply reducing your activity. Contact the website's support team to ask about the controls available to you. Support staff may explain the process for applying limits, taking a break or requesting self-exclusion, but they cannot remove the need for you to make safe choices about gambling.

1. Decide the amount and time you can afford before you play.
2. Apply the relevant limit or reminder through your account, where available.
3. Stop gambling when your limit or planned session ends.
4. Review your activity regularly and adjust your habits if your circumstances change.
5. Ask for help early if you are finding it hard to follow your own limits.

Gambling may be becoming a problem when it is no longer an occasional form of entertainment or when you feel unable to control it. Some people notice changes gradually, while others experience a sudden increase in gambling after a win, loss or personal difficulty. Recognising the signs early can make it easier to take action.

Signs that extra support may be needed

• Spending more time or money gambling than you planned.
• Trying to win back money after a loss or feeling pressure to recover losses quickly.
• Hiding gambling activity, account information, transactions or losses from family or friends.
• Borrowing money, selling possessions or missing payments to continue gambling.
• Feeling restless, irritable or anxious when you cannot gamble.
• Thinking about gambling during work, study, family time or other daily activities.
• Neglecting sleep, health, responsibilities or relationships because of gambling.
• Gambling to escape stress, sadness, loneliness, boredom or other difficult feelings.
• Making repeated promises to stop or cut back but being unable to do so.
• Feeling guilt, shame, hopelessness or distress because of gambling.

One sign does not provide a diagnosis, but any concern is worth taking seriously. You do not need to wait until gambling has caused major financial or personal harm before seeking help. Speaking with a trusted person, qualified counsellor or gambling support service can provide practical guidance and a confidential place to discuss what is happening.

If gambling has affected your finances, consider taking immediate practical steps. Stop gambling, protect access to essential funds, review recent transactions and speak with a trusted person about your situation. You may also wish to seek independent financial advice. Do not take out new loans or use further gambling as a way to deal with gambling-related debt.

Help is available in Australia for people who are concerned about their own gambling or someone else's gambling. You can contact a local gambling support service, a qualified health professional, a community organisation or a financial counsellor. These services can help you understand your options, create a plan, manage financial pressure and address the emotions connected with gambling.

If you are supporting a family member, partner or friend, choose a calm time to talk. Focus on what you have noticed and how the behaviour is affecting the person or household. Avoid lending money to cover gambling losses and set clear boundaries around shared finances. Support is available for affected others as well as for people who gamble.

If gambling has left you feeling overwhelmed, unsafe or at risk of harming yourself or another person, stop gambling and seek urgent help through appropriate emergency or crisis services in your area. Your immediate safety comes first. You can also ask a trusted person to stay with you while you obtain support.

How Fight Club Casino can assist

Fight Club Casino aims to provide clear information about responsible gambling and the account controls made available through the service. Where relevant, our support team can explain how to find responsible gambling settings, request a break or ask about self-exclusion. We may also provide information about independent support options, but we are not a substitute for professional financial, medical or counselling advice.

Please contact support through the available channels on the website if you have a question about responsible gambling features or your account. Do not include sensitive financial or personal information in a public message. For questions about a gambling problem, an independent support service or qualified professional may be able to provide more specialised assistance.

Responsible gambling is an ongoing choice. Review your habits regularly, act on warning signs and ask for help as soon as you need it. Gambling should remain within your budget, your time and your ability to stay in control.