Responsible Gambling
At Book of Ra Online, we are committed to promoting responsible gambling. Gambling should be an enjoyable entertainment activity. If it stops being fun or starts causing harm, it is important to seek help early. This page provides information and resources to help you stay in control.
Know the Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. Common warning signs include:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than you intended.
- Chasing losses — continuing to gamble to try to win back money you have lost.
- Neglecting work, family or social commitments because of gambling.
- Hiding gambling activity from friends or family.
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling.
- Feeling anxious, irritable or depressed when not gambling.
Tips for Responsible Gambling
- Set a budget. Decide how much you can afford to lose before you start and stick to it.
- Set time limits. Use a timer or the casino's built-in tools to limit your session length.
- Never chase losses. Accept losses as the cost of entertainment and stop when your budget runs out.
- Take regular breaks. Step away from the screen regularly to maintain perspective.
- Do not gamble under stress. Avoid gambling when emotionally distressed or under the influence of alcohol.
- Only play at licensed sites. Use casinos that are licensed and offer responsible gambling tools.
Self-Exclusion
All reputable Australian-facing online casinos offer self-exclusion options. You can request to be excluded from a casino for a set period or permanently. Contact the casino's support team directly to activate this feature. You can also use national self-exclusion tools:
- BetStop – Australia's National Self-Exclusion Register: www.betstop.com.au
Australian Support Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, free, confidential support is available 24 hours a day:
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au – 1800 858 858 (free call, 24/7)
- Lifeline Australia: www.lifeline.org.au – 13 11 14 (24/7)
- Beyond Blue: www.beyondblue.org.au – 1300 22 4636
- GamCare (International): www.gamcare.org.uk
Parental Controls
If you share your device with children, we recommend using parental control software to prevent underage access to gambling websites. Tools such as GamBlock can help block access to gambling content on your device.
Our Commitment
Book of Ra Online supports the principles outlined by the responsible gambling organisations listed above. We include responsible gambling messaging throughout our site and provide clear links to support services. If you have any concerns about content on this site or need guidance, please contact us.