Responsible Gaming

Gambling should stay within your limits

Responsible gaming starts with treating gambling as entertainment. Before you play, decide how much time and money you can comfortably spend. Only use money that is available after essential costs such as rent or mortgage payments, household bills, food, education, transport and other financial commitments have been covered. Gambling should never take priority over these needs.

There is no guaranteed way to win. Casino games are based on chance, and previous results do not determine what happens next. A winning result does not mean that another win is due, while a losing streak does not make a win more likely. Avoid systems or strategies that claim to guarantee profits. The safest approach is to decide your limits in advance and accept that losses are part of gambling.

• Set a spending limit before you begin and stop when that limit is reached.
• Set a time limit and take regular breaks away from the screen.
• Keep gambling separate from everyday spending and essential financial commitments.
• Never chase losses by increasing your stakes or playing for longer than planned.
• Do not borrow money, use credit intended for necessities or sell belongings to fund gambling.
• Avoid gambling when you are upset, tired, under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or trying to escape a problem.
• Keep your gambling private and transparent enough that it does not cause problems with family, work or other responsibilities.

A useful habit is to record deposits, withdrawals, playing time and the reason you are gambling. Reviewing this information can help you see whether your behaviour remains within your personal plan. If the figures or the amount of time spent playing surprise you, consider taking a break and reviewing your limits before playing again.

Tools for managing your play

Depending on the account features available to you and applicable Australian requirements, safer gaming tools may help you manage your activity. These tools are designed to support your decisions, but they work best when used before gambling becomes difficult to control. Read the information provided with each setting carefully and choose limits that reflect your real circumstances.

Deposit and spending limits

A deposit limit can restrict the amount you add to your account during a selected period. Set a limit that you can afford to lose, rather than an amount based on a hoped-for win. If a limit has a waiting or review period before it takes effect, continue to follow your existing budget during that time. A limit is not a guarantee that gambling will remain affordable if you use other accounts or services, so keep a complete view of your gambling activity.

Time reminders and breaks

Long sessions can make it harder to keep track of time, spending and emotions. Use available reminders to check how long you have been playing, and take regular breaks to do something away from gambling. A short break can help you make a calmer decision about whether to stop. If you feel pressure to continue, close the session and return only if gambling still fits within your original plan.

Temporary breaks and self-exclusion

If you would like to stop gambling for a period, you may be able to request a temporary account break or self-exclusion, subject to the processes and requirements that apply. Self-exclusion is a decision to prevent or restrict access for a chosen period or until a further review. It should be treated as a firm commitment not to gamble through the affected account. Do not open another account or use another person’s account to get around a restriction.

If you request a restriction, provide accurate information and follow the instructions supplied. A restriction may not automatically apply to unrelated gambling services, so consider asking the relevant operators about their own options. You can also use device settings, banking controls and independent blocking tools to create additional barriers where appropriate.

Recognising when gambling may be harmful

Harmful gambling can develop gradually. It is not defined only by the size of a loss or by how often someone plays. The important question is whether gambling is affecting your finances, relationships, work, study, health or peace of mind. You do not need to wait for a crisis before asking for help.

• Thinking about gambling frequently or finding it difficult to focus on other activities.
• Gambling for longer or spending more than you intended.
• Increasing bets to try to achieve the same excitement or recover losses.
• Feeling restless, irritable or uncomfortable when attempting to stop or cut back.
• Returning to gamble soon after losing money, with the aim of winning it back.
• Hiding gambling, misleading others about your activity or feeling ashamed about it.
• Borrowing money, missing bills or using savings intended for other purposes.
• Arguing with family, withdrawing from friends or neglecting work, study or other duties.
• Using gambling to manage stress, loneliness, sadness, anger or other difficult emotions.
• Trying to stop or reduce gambling but being unable to maintain the change.

One sign on its own does not determine what is happening, but several signs together are a reason to pause and seek support. Speak honestly with someone you trust, such as a family member, friend, doctor, counsellor or qualified financial counsellor. An outside perspective can make it easier to understand the situation and decide what to do next.

If gambling is connected with thoughts of self-harm, harm to another person or an immediate safety concern, stop gambling and seek urgent assistance through appropriate emergency or crisis services in your area. Your safety comes first.

Getting support and taking action

Support is available for people who are concerned about their own gambling, as well as for family members and friends affected by someone else’s gambling. In Australia, you can contact a recognised gambling support service in your state or territory, speak with a health professional or seek advice from a qualified financial counsellor. These services can help you understand your options, plan a break, manage financial pressure and prepare for conversations with people close to you.

If you are unsure where to begin, choose one small action today. You could pause your account, set a lower limit, remove saved payment methods, tell a trusted person what is happening, review your recent transactions or make an appointment with a support professional. Taking action early can reduce pressure and make future decisions easier.

Support from people close to you

If you are worried about another person’s gambling, approach the conversation calmly and choose a private time. Describe what you have noticed without making accusations, explain how the behaviour is affecting you and encourage the person to speak with a qualified support service. Protect your own finances by keeping bank cards, passwords and essential funds secure. Do not take on debt or continue providing money to cover gambling losses.

You cannot control another person’s gambling, but you can set clear boundaries about money, shared accounts and behaviour in your home. Support is also available for affected family members and friends, even if the person who gambles does not want help.

Funbet Casino’s responsible gaming approach

Funbet Casino encourages players to make informed decisions and use available safer gaming options. We expect account holders to provide accurate information, follow the applicable terms and use only their own account and approved payment methods. Accounts must not be shared, and gambling should not be undertaken on behalf of another person.

We may apply account checks, restrictions or other measures where required by applicable law, regulatory obligations, security processes or responsible gaming concerns. The availability, operation and timing of a particular tool may depend on the account, the request made and the requirements that apply. Review the information shown in your account and request assistance if you do not understand an option.

Responsible gaming tools cannot remove every risk associated with gambling. They are most effective when combined with a realistic budget, regular breaks, honest self-assessment and early support. If gambling no longer feels enjoyable or manageable, stop playing and seek help rather than trying to recover losses.

This information is general in nature and does not replace professional medical, financial or legal advice. Australian requirements and support arrangements may change, and different services may have their own eligibility rules and processes. Choose support that is appropriate for your circumstances and seek independent advice when needed.