Responsible Gambling
At Heapsowins, we believe that gambling should always be an enjoyable form of entertainment — never a source of financial or emotional harm. This page provides important information and resources to help you gamble responsibly and recognise when gambling may be becoming a problem.
Our Commitment
We are committed to promoting safe and responsible gambling practices. Heapsowins.com is an affiliate review site and all casino links on this site lead to third-party operators who maintain their own responsible gambling policies, self-exclusion tools and player protection measures.
Know the Signs of Problem Gambling
Gambling becomes a problem when it negatively affects your finances, relationships or mental health. Common warning signs include:
- Spending more money or time gambling than you intended
- Gambling to recover losses ("chasing losses")
- Neglecting work, family or personal responsibilities
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
- Feeling irritable, anxious or depressed when not gambling
- Hiding gambling activity from friends or family
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, it is important to seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable online casinos, including those linked on this site, offer self-help tools including:
- Deposit limits: Set daily, weekly or monthly limits on how much you can deposit.
- Loss limits: Restrict the maximum amount you can lose within a given period.
- Session time limits: Set a maximum play session duration.
- Cool-off periods: Temporarily suspend your account for a defined period (24 hours to 6 weeks).
- Self-exclusion: Permanently or indefinitely block yourself from accessing the casino.
Contact the casino operator directly to activate any of these tools.
Support Organisations – Australia
| Organisation | Contact | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Gambling Help Online | 1800 858 858 (free, 24/7) | Free counselling and support for Australians affected by gambling. |
| Gambling Help NSW | gamblinghelp.nsw.gov.au | Free, confidential support for NSW residents and families. |
| BeGambleAware | begambleaware.org | Free information, advice and support for anyone affected by gambling. |
| Gambling Therapy | gamblingtherapy.org | International online support service provided by Gordon Moody. |
| GamCare | gamcare.org.uk | Information, advice and support for anyone affected by gambling problems. |
Tips for Safer Gambling
- Set a strict budget before you start and never exceed it
- Only gamble with money you can afford to lose
- Treat gambling as entertainment, not as a way to make money
- Take regular breaks and avoid gambling when tired, stressed or emotional
- Never chase your losses — accept them as the cost of entertainment
- Keep track of how much time and money you spend gambling
18+ Only
All gambling activities described on this website are strictly for adults aged 18 years and over. It is illegal and irresponsible to allow minors to gamble. If you share a device with children, please use parental control software to restrict access to gambling sites.
Contact Us
If you have concerns or questions about responsible gambling in relation to content on this site, please contact our editorial team.