Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Frugal Arts, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to access and use our services. Gambling is illegal for minors in Australia. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and will verify age during account registration.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying about the amount you gamble
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to finance gambling
- Experiencing anxiety or irritability when attempting to reduce gambling
- Failed attempts to control or stop gambling
- Family members expressing concern about your gambling
If you recognise any of these signs, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most licensed operators offer built-in responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period
- Time Limits: Set automatic session timers to remind you when you've been playing
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders during play sessions about time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms
- Account Closure: Request permanent account closure if needed
Take advantage of these tools to stay in control of your gaming experience.
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, these organisations provide free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free counselling and support for Australian residents
- Gambling Help Online (Phone Counselling): 1800 858 858 (Free call, 24/7)
International Support
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk — Information, advice and free counselling
- GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): www.ncpgambling.org — 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Need Help?
If you're struggling with gambling, remember that help is available and seeking support is a sign of strength. Reach out to one of the organisations listed above today.
Don't gamble with money you can't afford to lose, and never use gambling as a way to solve financial problems.