Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At BitStarz, we believe that online gaming should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Gambling always carries risk, and the house always has a mathematical edge. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never view it as an income source.
Age Verification
BitStarz is strictly for individuals aged 18 years and over, or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher. By accessing this site, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement for gambling in Australia.
If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not proceed. We take underage gambling very seriously.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please be honest with yourself and watch for these warning signs:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the time and money spent
- Neglecting family, work, study, or social commitments due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Feeling restless or irritable when trying to reduce gambling
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Losing control over gambling frequency or spending limits
- Continued gambling despite negative consequences
- Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling habits
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
BitStarz offers a range of responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly).
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of money you are willing to lose during a session or over a period.
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during play about how much time and money you have spent.
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to encourage regular breaks.
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account and exclude yourself from the platform for a period you choose.
These tools are available in your account settings. We encourage all players to use them proactively.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, professional support is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free counselling and support for problem gambling in Australia. Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free and confidential)
United Kingdom
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk — Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gamblers and their families.
- GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling in the UK.
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org — Information and resources for problem gambling in Canada.
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org — Help line: 1-800-522-4700 (free, confidential, 24/7).
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA): Information and support for problem gambling in Germany.
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is a treatable condition. If you or someone you care about is experiencing difficulties with gambling, please don't hesitate to seek support. Speaking to a counsellor is confidential, free, and the first step towards recovery.
Contact Gambling Help Online (Australia): 1800 858 858 — available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Your wellbeing is important to us. Gambling should remain fun and entertaining. If it stops being that, help is available.