Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At ForPolio, we believe that online gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Pokies and casino games are games of chance – they should never be viewed 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 use our services. We take age verification seriously and comply with all Australian gambling regulations. If you are under the legal age, please do not access or use our platform.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Spending more money or time gambling than you intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting work, study, hobbies, or relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Lying about the amount of money or time spent gambling
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
If you experience any of these signs, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
ForPolio provides tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose in a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing our platform
- Time-Out: Take a break from gaming for a set period without closing your account
These tools are designed to help you gamble within your budget and maintain healthy gaming habits. We encourage you to use them proactively.
Support Organisations
If you need help with problem gambling, the following organisations offer free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free counselling and support service for people concerned about their gambling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call)
International Support Services
- GamCare (United Kingdom) – Problem gambling support and information
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) – Self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) – Information and resources for problem gambling
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States) – Helpline and referral services
www.ncpgambling.org
Get Help Today
If you are struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help. Seeking support is a sign of strength, and professional help is available and can make a real difference.
Contact Gambling Help Online today: 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Remember: gambling should be fun. If it's no longer fun, it's time to seek help.