Responsible Gambling

Online casino games, including pokies (slots), blackjack, roulette, and live dealer games, are games of chance. The house edge means that over time, the expected outcome for all players is a net loss. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose. Never gamble to recover previous losses — chase gambling significantly increases financial risk.

BetStop — National Self-Exclusion Register: betstop.gov.au. Operated by ACMA since August 2023. Note: offshore casinos covered on this site are not connected to BetStop. Each offshore operator provides its own self-exclusion tools.

• Kingmaker Casino: Account cooling-off periods (24 hrs to 6 months), deposit limits, permanent closure option
• Casinova Casino: 24-hour to 6-month cooling-off limits, weekly deposit caps
• Cleobetra Casino: Instant account self-exclusion; permanent closure within 24 hours
• BetRepublic Casino: Permanent closure option; deposit limits from account dashboard

All services below are free and confidential:

• Gambling Help Online: gamblinghelponline.org.au — Phone: 1800 858 858 (free, 24/7)
• Gamblers Anonymous Australia: gaaustralia.org.au
• Beyond Blue: beyondblue.org.au — 1300 22 4636
• Lifeline: lifeline.org.au — 13 11 14

Text-based support: SMS 0480 017 543 (Gambling Help Online)

The safest approach is to set hard limits before opening your casino account:

• Set a strict deposit limit — daily, weekly, and monthly — before making your first deposit
• Set a loss limit: decide the maximum you are willing to lose and stop when you reach it
• Set a session time limit: play for no more than 1–2 hours per session
• Never gamble while tired, stressed, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Balance gambling time with other leisure activities

Offshore casinos not connected to Australia's BetStop register operate their own responsible gambling tools. Reputable operators on our list provide deposit limits, cooling-off periods, session reminders, and permanent self-exclusion. Always verify these tools are available before depositing. Their absence from an offshore casino is a significant red flag.