Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Strategy
At Payid Pokies, we believe that online gaming and pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. If you find yourself relying on gambling for income or to recover losses, it's time to seek help.
Play responsibly and within your means. Set limits, stick to them, and remember that the house always has an edge.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to access and use pokies and online gaming services in Australia. This is a legal requirement under Australian gambling regulations.
By accessing our site, you confirm that you are of legal age and comply with all local laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, seek help immediately:
- Chasing Losses: Continuing to gamble to try to win back money you've lost
- Hiding Gambling: Concealing the amount of time or money spent gambling from family or friends
- Loss of Control: Gambling longer or with more money than intended
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Borrowing Money: Taking out loans or using credit to fund gambling
- Mood Changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Tolerance: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Unsuccessful Attempts to Quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to cut back or stop gambling
- Using Gambling to Escape: Gambling to relieve stress, anxiety, or negative emotions
- Relationship Problems: Arguments with loved ones about gambling habits
Self-Help Tools & Player Protections
Most reputable online gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Limit the amount of money you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a set period of gameplay
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming sites
- Account Cooling-Off Periods: Take a break from your account for a specified duration
Make use of these tools. They're designed to protect you and help maintain responsible gaming habits.
Support & Help Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Contact these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential counselling and support
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7 support line) - Lifeline Australia — Crisis support and counselling
Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7)
International Support
- United Kingdom: GamCare — www.gamcare.org.uk
- United Kingdom: GamStop (National Self-Exclusion Scheme) — www.gamstop.co.uk
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling — www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help? Take Action Today
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, reach out for help immediately. There is no shame in seeking support—many people have recovered from gambling problems with professional assistance.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (Australia) or visit their website for free, confidential counselling available 24/7.
Remember: Help is available, recovery is possible, and you don't have to face this alone.