Responsible Gaming

Gday96 Casino is committed to promoting a safe, balanced and informed approach to gambling. Gambling should be treated as entertainment, not as a way to make money or solve financial problems. Before you play, consider your circumstances, understand the risks and decide on limits that you can afford to lose.

Gday96 Casino operates under a licence issued by the Curaçao Gaming Authority, reference number OGL/2024/431/0231, held by Bridge Technologies B.V.

Gambling should be entertainment

Gambling can be enjoyable when it is kept within reasonable personal and financial limits. It is important to remember that casino games are based on chance, and outcomes cannot be predicted or controlled. There is no guaranteed strategy, system or pattern that can ensure a win. A previous result does not affect the next result, and a losing session does not create an obligation for a win to follow.

Only gamble with money that you can afford to lose after essential expenses and financial commitments have been met. Do not use money set aside for rent, mortgage payments, bills, food, education, healthcare or other important needs. Gambling with borrowed money, credit intended for essential expenses or money belonging to someone else can increase financial and emotional pressure.

Set a spending limit before you begin and stick to it.
Set a time limit so gambling does not take over other activities.
Take regular breaks and avoid playing when tired, upset or under the influence of alcohol or other substances.
Keep gambling separate from your everyday budget.
Never chase losses by increasing your stakes or playing for longer.
Do not gamble to celebrate, escape problems or change your mood.
Remember that a win is not an income source and a loss is not a debt that must be recovered.

A useful way to stay in control is to decide your limits while you are calm, before gambling starts. Once a limit has been reached, stop for the day or for the period you selected. Changing a limit during a session can make it easier to spend more than planned.

Recognising signs of concern

Problem gambling can develop gradually. It may affect anyone, regardless of age, income, experience or background. Some people notice changes in their behaviour quickly, while others may only recognise a concern after gambling has affected their finances, relationships, work, study or wellbeing.

Consider taking a break and seeking support if any of the following statements apply to you. You do not need to wait until gambling has caused serious harm before asking for help.

You gamble for longer or spend more than you intended.
You return to gambling to try to win back money you have lost.
You feel restless, irritable or anxious when you try to reduce or stop gambling.
You hide or minimise how often you gamble or how much you spend.
You borrow money, sell belongings or use savings to fund gambling.
You delay bills or other responsibilities because of gambling.
You think about gambling frequently during work, study or personal activities.
You gamble to cope with stress, loneliness, sadness, anger or other difficult feelings.
You have arguments with family, friends or colleagues about gambling.
You feel guilty, ashamed or distressed after gambling but continue to play.
You have tried to stop or cut back before but found it difficult.
Gambling is affecting your sleep, health, performance or relationships.

If gambling is no longer enjoyable or feels difficult to control, stop playing and speak with a trusted person or a qualified support service. Talking about the issue early can make it easier to understand what is happening and choose practical next steps.

Tools to help you stay in control

Gday96 Casino may provide account and safer-gambling features designed to help players manage their activity. The availability, operation and processing of these features may depend on the service, account settings and applicable requirements. Players should review the options available in their account and use them before gambling becomes difficult to manage.

Deposit and spending limits

A deposit or spending limit can restrict the amount added to an account or used for gambling over a selected period. Choose an amount that fits comfortably within your entertainment budget. A limit is most effective when it is set before you play and is treated as a firm boundary.

Time reminders and breaks

Use reminders, session breaks or personal alarms to keep track of time. Online play can make time pass quickly, particularly during long sessions. Standing up, leaving the screen and returning to another activity can help you review whether you still want to continue.

Account restrictions and self-exclusion

If you want to stop gambling, account closure, a temporary break or self-exclusion may be appropriate. Self-exclusion is intended for people who want to prevent or restrict access to gambling services for a chosen period or until further review. Once you decide to take a break, do not create another account or use another person’s account to continue gambling.

Keeping track of your activity

Review your deposits, withdrawals, playing time and account history regularly. Looking at your activity outside a gambling session can provide a clearer picture of how much time and money you are spending. If the figures are higher than expected, pause gambling and consider setting stricter limits or seeking support.

Decide how much time and money you can spend.
Set available limits before starting a session.
Play only after essential expenses have been covered.
Stop when your time or spending limit is reached.
Review your activity and change your plan if gambling is becoming difficult to manage.

Getting help and protecting others

If you are concerned about your gambling, consider speaking with a trusted family member, friend, doctor, counsellor or qualified gambling support service in Australia. Support services can provide confidential information, counselling and practical guidance about reducing or stopping gambling. You can seek help even if you are unsure whether your gambling is a serious problem.

If you are supporting someone else, try to approach the conversation calmly and without judgement. Explain what you have noticed, listen to their concerns and encourage them to seek professional assistance. Avoid lending money to fund gambling or helping to hide gambling-related problems. A qualified support service can also explain how family members and friends can protect their own wellbeing.

Gambling should never be used as a response to a personal crisis. If you or someone else may be at immediate risk of harm, contact emergency services in Australia or seek urgent assistance from a health professional. If you are experiencing thoughts of self-harm or suicide, obtain immediate crisis support and do not remain alone.

Players are responsible for using gambling services lawfully and for maintaining control of their own account activity. Do not allow another person to use your account, and do not gamble on behalf of another person. Keep login details secure and tell Gday96 Casino if you believe your account has been accessed without permission or if you need help applying a safer-gambling restriction.

For more information about safer gambling, review the responsible-gambling information available in your account and seek independent support in your state or territory. The most important step is to pause when gambling stops feeling manageable. Asking for help is a responsible decision, not a failure.