Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Stake Casino, we believe that online gaming should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While we offer exciting games and opportunities for fun, it's important to remember that the house always has a mathematical advantage. Play only with money you can afford to lose, and never gamble as a means of income.
Age Verification
Online gambling in Australia is only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older. If you are under the legal age limit, you are prohibited from accessing gambling services. Stake Casino takes age verification seriously and reserves the right to request proof of identity to verify your age and eligibility to play.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of the following warning signs in your behaviour, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses: Attempting to recover lost money by gambling more
- Hiding gambling: Concealing the extent of your gambling from friends, family, or partners
- Increasing stakes: Needing to bet larger amounts to achieve the same level of excitement
- Loss of control: Being unable to stop or reduce your gambling despite wanting to
- Neglecting responsibilities: Prioritising gambling over work, school, family, or personal obligations
- Using gambling to escape: Turning to gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, or other emotional issues
- Borrowing money: Taking out loans or borrowing funds specifically to gamble
- Lying about gambling: Deceiving others about time spent gambling or money wagered
- Irritability when not gambling: Becoming moody or anxious when unable to gamble
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Stake Casino provides several built-in tools to help you maintain control of your gaming habits:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Session Limits: Set a maximum duration for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account if you feel your gambling is becoming problematic
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gaming habits and stay in control of your experience.
Support & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organisations provide confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support service for problem gambling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (available 24/7)
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free information, advice, and support for problem gambling
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling in the UK
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – Education and treatment resources for problem gambling
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and resources for gambling addiction
www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Federal Centre for Health Education providing gambling addiction support
www.bzga.de
Need Help?
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, or if someone close to you is affected, please reach out for help. There is no shame in seeking support—professional counsellors are available to assist you in confidence. Contact one of the organisations listed above, or speak to your doctor for a referral to specialist services.
Remember: It's never too late to seek help and regain control.