Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
Online poker and casino gaming should only be enjoyed as a form of entertainment. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set strict limits before you play.
Remember: The house always has a mathematical advantage. Play for fun, not for profit.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online poker and gambling activities. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to gamble online.
If you are accessing this site, you confirm that you are 18 years of age or older and meet all legal requirements in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem. Please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses: Continuing to gamble to win back money you've lost
- Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling secret from family and friends
- Increasing stakes: Needing to gamble with more money to get the same excitement
- Loss of control: Unable to stop gambling or stick to your limits
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Financial problems: Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Mood changes: Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Relationship strain: Arguments with loved ones about your gambling
- Escape through gambling: Using gambling to escape problems or stress
Self-Help Tools & Player Protections
Most reputable online poker sites offer built-in tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you can deposit per day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you are willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders showing how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Session Limits: Set a maximum time limit for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from online poker sites
- Account Closures: Request to have your account permanently closed
- Bet Limits: Restrict the maximum bet size per hand or game
Use these tools proactively. They are designed to protect your wellbeing.
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know needs help, contact one of these organizations:
Australia
Gambling Help Online
Free, confidential counselling service for problem gamblers in Australia
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call)
United Kingdom
GamCare
Free support for problem gamblers and their families
www.gamcare.org.uk
GamStop
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
Responsible Gambling Council
Evidence-based resources for problem gambling
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
National Council on Problem Gambling
Helpline and resources for problem gamblers
www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-522-4700 (confidential, 24/7)
Germany
Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Federal centre for health education
Phone: 0800-0040061 (free helpline)
If You Need Help
Problem gambling is a treatable condition. Reaching out for support is a sign of strength, not weakness.
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please contact one of the support organizations listed above immediately. They offer free, confidential help.
Visit Gambling Help Online if you are in Australia, or contact your local support service in your country.
Last updated: 2026. This information is provided for harm reduction and compliance purposes. sarabailes.com takes responsible gaming seriously and is committed to providing a safe gaming environment.