Responsible Gaming

Gambling should be a form of entertainment, never a way to earn money or solve financial pressure. Whether you play at Vegasstars or elsewhere, treat any money spent as the cost of the entertainment, and never bet more than you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years or older to gamble in Australia, or the legal age required in your local jurisdiction. Operators require proof of age before you can deposit or play. Underage gambling is illegal and can lead to account closure and forfeiture of winnings.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise several of these signs, it may be time to take a break and seek support:

• Chasing losses by betting more to win back money
• Hiding gambling activity from family or friends
• Spending more time or money than intended
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble
• Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities
• Lying about how often or how much you gamble
• Feeling guilty, anxious, or irritable when not gambling
• Trying to stop or cut back without success
• Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression

Self-Help Tools

Many regulated gambling sites offer practical controls. You can use these tools directly in your account settings:

• Deposit limits – set daily, weekly, or monthly caps on how much you can add
• Loss limits – restrict the amount you can lose over a set period
• Reality checks – receive timed reminders of how long you have been playing
• Time-outs – take a short break from your account for 24 hours to several weeks
• Self-exclusion – block access to your account for a longer period or permanently
• Account closure – close your account at any time if you need to step away

Check your account dashboard or contact customer support to activate these options.

Support Organizations

If gambling no longer feels like entertainment, free and confidential help is available. The following organizations offer professional support in different regions:

• United Kingdom: GamCare (www.gamcare.org.uk) and GamStop (www.gamstop.co.uk)
• Australia: Gambling Help Online (www.gamblinghelponline.org.au) – free 24/7 support for Australian residents
• Canada: Responsible Gambling Council (www.responsiblegambling.org)
• United States: National Council on Problem Gambling (www.ncpgambling.org)
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de
• Other regions: Contact the national problem gambling helpline or health service in your country. Many countries operate free, confidential telephone and online support.

Seek Help Early

If you or someone you know shows signs of problem gambling, do not wait. Reach out to one of the organizations above or speak to a trusted health professional. A short conversation can make a real difference. Gambling should never come at the expense of your wellbeing, relationships, or financial security.