Responsible Gaming
Gambling should be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always play within your means, and never treat betting as a source of income. If the fun stops, it is time to stop.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years old to gamble in the Philippines, or 21 years old for casino-style gambling and many online betting platforms — whichever age applies to your specific activity. It is illegal for anyone under the legal age to gamble. We encourage all players to verify their age and comply with local laws. Underage gambling is strictly prohibited.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. Ask yourself if you have experienced any of the following:
- Chasing losses — trying to win back money you have lost by gambling more.
- Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or colleagues.
- Spending more time or money on gambling than you intended.
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling.
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities because of gambling.
- Feeling restless, irritable, or anxious when trying to cut down or stop.
- Lying about how much you gamble or how much you have lost.
- Gambling to escape from stress, anxiety, or other problems.
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you care about, it may be time to seek help.
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable betting sites, including those available in the Philippines, offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit limits: Set a cap on how much you can deposit over a day, week, or month.
- Loss limits: Limit the amount of money you can lose in a set period.
- Reality checks: Receive reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have spent.
- Time-out periods: Take a short break from gambling for 24 hours to several weeks.
- Self-exclusion: Block yourself from accessing your betting account for a longer period, usually 6 months to 5 years or permanently.
These tools are free, confidential, and an important part of responsible play.
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, contact a real support organisation in your country or region. The following resources are available:
- Philippines: PAGCOR Responsible Gaming — www.pagcor.ph (Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation; provides responsible gaming guidelines and local support information).
- United Kingdom: GamCare — www.gamcare.org.uk; GamStop — www.gamstop.co.uk
- Australia: Gambling Help Online — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling — www.ncpgambling.org
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — www.bzga.de
- Other countries: Contact your local national gambling support helpline or search online for “problem gambling help [your country]”.
Get Help Now
If you recognise any warning signs in yourself or a loved one, please seek help today. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available confidentially and without judgement. Reach out to one of the organisations listed above, talk to a healthcare professional, or confide in someone you trust. You are not alone — and taking the first step is a sign of strength.