Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Electropops, we believe that online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to make money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favour of the house, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Please play responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to participate in gambling activities, including online pokies and casino games. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet this legal requirement before playing.
By accessing this website and our gaming services, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old and comply with all local laws and regulations governing gambling in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem. Please seek help immediately:
- Chasing Losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding Gambling: Keeping your gambling activities secret from family or friends
- Loss of Control: Unable to stick to limits on time or money spent gambling
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Gambling instead of attending to work, school, or family obligations
- Borrowing Money: Using loans, credit cards, or asking others for money to gamble
- Mood Changes: Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Escalating Bets: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Failed Attempts to Quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Relationship Conflicts: Arguments with loved ones about your gambling habits
- Financial Strain: Experiencing debt, unpaid bills, or financial difficulties due to gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online gaming platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of money you're willing to lose
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic reminders or session timeouts
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic notifications during gameplay to remind you of time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
- Account Cooling-Off Periods: Take a break from your account for a set duration
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling activities.
Support Organizations & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organisations:
Australia
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Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counselling and support for problem gambling in Australia -
Lifeline Australia
Phone: 13 11 14
24/7 support for people in crisis
United Kingdom
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GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free support and counselling for problem gamblers -
GamStop
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Canada
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Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Resources and support for problem gambling prevention
United States
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National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
24/7 confidential support and referrals
Germany
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Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Website: www.bzga.de
German health education centre with gambling support resources
If You Need Help
Don't wait—reach out today. Problem gambling can affect your mental health, relationships, and finances, but recovery is possible with proper support.
Whether you're concerned about your own gambling or that of someone you care about, please contact one of the organisations listed above. All services are confidential and free.
Remember: Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.