Responsible Gaming at UW44

Keep Gaming Within Your Limits

Setting personal limits can help keep gaming manageable and enjoyable.

Before playing, decide how much time and money you are comfortable spending and stay within those limits.

Consider the following:

• Set a gaming budget before you start.
• Only use money you can afford to lose.
• Set limits on how long you spend playing.
• Take regular breaks.
• Keep track of how much you spend.
• Avoid increasing your spending to recover losses.
• Avoid gambling when you are upset, stressed, or under the influence of alcohol or other substances.

Once you reach your planned limit, stop rather than extending it because of previous results.

Gambling Is Not a Way to Make Money

Casino games involve chance and financial risk. Winning is never guaranteed, and previous outcomes do not guarantee what will happen next.

Gambling should not be considered an investment, a source of regular income, or a solution to financial problems.

Never borrow money to gamble or use funds intended for essential expenses such as housing, food, bills, education, or other financial commitments.

Avoid Chasing Losses

Chasing losses happens when someone continues gambling or increases the amount they spend in an attempt to recover money already lost.

This can result in spending significantly more than originally planned.

A loss should not become a reason to continue playing. If you reach your spending limit, stop rather than trying to recover the loss.

Recognising Signs of Problem Gambling

Gaming behaviour can become harmful when it begins affecting your finances, relationships, responsibilities, or wellbeing.

Some warning signs may include:

• Spending more money or time gambling than intended.
• Frequently exceeding personal gaming limits.
• Trying repeatedly to recover previous losses.
• Borrowing money to continue gambling.
• Using money needed for essential expenses.
• Hiding gambling activity or spending from others.
• Neglecting work, studies, family, or other responsibilities.
• Feeling anxious, frustrated, or distressed because of gambling.
• Finding it difficult to reduce or stop gambling.

If you recognise these signs in your own behaviour, consider stopping your gambling activity and seeking appropriate support.

Take a Break When You Need One

Taking time away from gambling can help you reassess your habits, spending, and the impact gambling may be having on your life.

If you feel that gaming is becoming difficult to control, stop playing and give yourself time away from gambling activities.

You may also consider speaking with someone you trust or contacting an independent organisation that specialises in gambling-related support.

Protecting Minors

UW44 is intended only for users who meet the legal age requirements applicable to them.

Minors should not participate in gambling activities.

Parents and guardians should take appropriate precautions when devices are shared with younger family members. This can include protecting account credentials and using suitable device or content controls.