Safer Gambling
Safer Gambling at Puntit
Playing at Puntit should always be an enjoyable and safe experience. It's essential to approach gambling as a form of entertainment, not as a way to make money. To ensure your online gaming remains responsible and fun, we've integrated different tools and offer you advice to help you stay in control of your gaming experience.
Play Safely and Responsibly
Gambling at Puntit should always be seen as a form of entertainment, not a means to earn money. Keeping track of the time and money you spend on gambling is crucial in maintaining control.
When Does It Stop Being Fun?
There are several questions you can ask yourself to establish whether you are at risk of developing, or have developed, a problem with gambling, no matter whether you are playing RNG games like slots or are a fan of live casino games.
These can include:
- Am I spending more than I can afford?
- Am I prioritising gambling over spending time with friends and family?
- Am I playing during work hours?
- Am I gambling to escape stress?
- Am I spending too much time gambling?
- Am I staying up until the early hours of the morning to gamble?
- Am I angry when I lose?
- Am I chasing my losses?
You should consider your approach if the answer to one or more of these questions is yes. Take steps to address those issues and be mindful of how you can upgrade to a fun and responsible Puntit experience.
Self-Assessment Test
Should you have a feeling that your gambling habits are becoming problematic, or if you believe you have a gambling problem, then we strongly encourage you to complete the Self-Assesment Test. The test is designed to provide insight into your gambling behaviour and identify potential problems. If the quiz results raise concerns about anything, you should consider pausing gambling or contacting our Customer Support team for guidance.
Key Strategies for Responsible Gambling:
- Set Financial Limits: Decide on a budget you can afford to lose before you start playing. Stick to this budget and accept that losses are part of the game.
- Manage Your Time: Set a specific time limit for your gambling sessions. Use alarms to remind you when it’s time to stop.
- Avoid Chasing Losses: If you reach your spending limit, resist the urge to continue playing to win back your losses. This often leads to greater losses.
- Mind Your Emotional State: Avoid gambling when feeling depressed or upset, as it can impair decision-making.
18+ Only
It is illegal for persons under the age of 18 to open an account with Puntit. We reserve all rights to ask for proof of age from any of our customers. We also reserve the right to suspend an account until such proof is provided and verified.
Use the following resources for more information about how to help prevent underage gambling:
- https://www.cyberpatrol.com/
- https://gamban.com/
- https://betblocker.org/
- https://gamblock.com/
Tools and Methods for Self-Regulation
To help you stay in control of your gaming experience, Puntit offers tools that can help you control how often you play casino games.
Time Out
If you are worried about how much you are gambling, you can activate a Time Out at Puntit. You can trigger a day, a week, or a month's break from playing. You cannot log back in when you start the Time Out function. You must wait until the period expires before accessing your Puntit account.
Taking a break is a great way to stay in control and track your playing time. Regularly utilising this tool will ensure you practice discipline in your attitude to online gaming.
This feature can be activated by contacting our customer support services directly.
Self-Exclusion
If you find that your gameplay is hurting you personally, your financial situation, or those around you, you can close your account under our 'Self-Exclusion' feature. This feature is available to players and can be activated by contacting our customer support services directly.
If you choose to self-exclude, you will not be allowed access to your account before your chosen set time period has passed, and you will no longer receive any marketing material from us. Should you wish to re-open your account after the time period has passed, you must contact our customer support services and go through a consideration period before the account is re-opened.
Product Restriction
Some customers find they can bet responsibly on the sports but find they spend too much money in the casino, we can block your access to it so that you only bet on the sports you like.
We can restrict your access to: Casino and Sports.
Please be aware that this block is on an account level and all responsibility for the decision to deactivate lies with the customer submitting the request.
If you are interested in applying any of the above restrictions, please contact us via chat or email help@puntit.com.
Further Responsible Gambling Steps
If taking a break is not enough, there are further steps we advise you to take:
Professional Help
If you feel you need to talk to a professional organisation about your gambling, get in touch with one of the organisations listed below for professional help. They offer an international service and a safe space to talk about problem gambling with other affected individuals.
Gamblers Anonymous (GA)
GA aims to assist those grappling with gambling addiction in stopping their gambling activities and helping them recover from the issues caused by gambling in their lives. The meetings are facilitated by individuals who have successfully overcome gambling addiction themselves. The foundation of the program lies in the belief that sharing personal experiences and emotions can be instrumental in helping individuals conquer their addictions.
For more information, visit Gamblers Anonymous.
GamCare
GamCare is an organization dedicated to offering assistance and information to those impacted by problematic gambling. Their services encompass a variety of support mechanisms, such as counselling, support groups, and a helpline specifically for individuals dealing with gambling addiction issues.
For more information, visit GamCare.
BeGambleAware
BeGambleAware is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting responsible gambling. They offer 24/7 confidential support through a helpline and online chat and provide resources and education for those dealing with gambling addiction. Their focus is on raising awareness about gambling risks and reducing stigma while helping individuals maintain healthy gambling habits.
For more information, visit BeGambleAware.
Additional Links
As an addition to the three organisations mentioned above, there are other organisations offering support and resources to individuals who think they are affected by problem gambling: