Gambling is entertainment you pay for
Every casino game has a built-in house edge. Over time the casino wins, whatever system you use. Think of your stake as the price of an evening's entertainment, not an investment.
Five rules that keep it fun
- Set a money limit before you start and only bring that amount.
- Set a time limit and use an alarm.
- Never chase losses. Trying to win back what you lost is how small losses become big ones.
- Don't gamble when you're upset, stressed or drinking.
- Use the tools. Licensed online casinos offer deposit limits, time-outs and self-exclusion.
Warning signs
- Spending more money or time than you planned, again and again
- Borrowing money or selling things to gamble
- Hiding your gambling from family or friends
- Feeling anxious, irritable or low when you're not playing
If any of these sound familiar, talk to someone you trust and contact a gambling support service in your country. Help is free and confidential.
18+ only
Cyber Place is for adults. Gambling is illegal for minors everywhere, and many countries set the minimum age higher than 18.