Responsible Gaming

Online gambling involves risk, and there is no guaranteed way to win. Casino games are based on chance, and past results do not influence future outcomes. A win does not mean that another win is more likely, while a loss cannot be recovered by continuing to play. Keeping this in mind can help you make informed decisions before and during a gaming session.

Only gamble when you are comfortable with the possibility of losing the money you use. Gambling funds should come from your entertainment budget and not from money needed for rent, bills, food, household expenses, education or other essential commitments. Never borrow money, use credit to chase losses or sell possessions to continue gambling.

Spinago Casino encourages players to regard gambling as one form of leisure among many. Taking regular breaks, setting a time limit and keeping other activities in your routine can help maintain balance. Avoid gambling when you are upset, stressed, tired, under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or attempting to change your mood.

Important principles for safer play

• Set a spending limit before you start and do not increase it during a session.
• Set a time limit and stop when that time has passed.
• Treat losses as the cost of entertainment rather than an amount that must be won back.
• Do not chase losses by placing larger or more frequent bets.
• Avoid gambling with money set aside for essential living costs.
• Keep your gambling separate from important financial decisions.
• Take regular breaks and review how gambling fits into your wider routine.
• Never allow another person to use your account, and do not use another person's account.

Gambling can become harmful when it affects your finances, relationships, work, study, health or general wellbeing. The change may happen gradually, and you may not recognise it immediately. Paying attention to your behaviour and how you feel before, during and after gambling can help you identify concerns early.

Possible warning signs

• Spending more time or money gambling than you intended.
• Trying to win back money after losing it, often by increasing bets.
• Feeling restless, irritable or anxious when you cannot gamble.
• Hiding or minimising your gambling from family, friends or people you trust.
• Borrowing money, using credit or missing payments because of gambling.
• Gambling to escape stress, sadness, loneliness, anger or other difficult feelings.
• Neglecting work, study, family responsibilities, sleep or personal care.
• Repeatedly trying to stop or cut down without being able to do so.
• Feeling regret, shame or distress after gambling but continuing to play.
• Selling belongings or using savings intended for important expenses.
• Having arguments or relationship difficulties because of gambling.
• Thinking about gambling frequently or planning your day around it.

One warning sign does not provide a diagnosis, but it is a reason to pause and take your concerns seriously. You do not need to wait until gambling has caused a major problem before asking for help. Speaking with someone early can make it easier to understand your options and regain control.

Steps you can take now

1. Stop gambling and withdraw from the activity for the moment.
2. Use the account controls available to you, such as a spending limit, time-out or self-exclusion request.
3. Tell a trusted person what is happening and ask them to support your plan.
4. Review your finances and prioritise essential bills and commitments.
5. Remove saved payment details or reduce easy access to gambling funds where appropriate.
6. Write down your triggers, spending and gambling times so you can identify patterns.
7. Speak with a professional gambling support service or a health professional.
8. Seek urgent help through local emergency services if gambling is connected with immediate danger, threats or thoughts of self-harm.