Gambling can be entertainment, but it also involves financial risk. For some people, gambling can become difficult to control and may affect finances, relationships, work or wellbeing.
Cluster.casino provides information about online casinos and the gambling industry. We do not operate gambling services, and information on this website should not be understood as a guarantee that a particular operator is safe, suitable or appropriate for every visitor.
Before You Gamble
- Only gamble where it is legal for you to do so.
- Set a spending limit before you begin.
- Only use money you can afford to lose.
- Do not treat gambling as a way to earn income or solve financial problems.
- Avoid chasing losses.
- Consider setting limits on both spending and time.
- Do not gamble when alcohol, drugs or strong emotions may affect your decisions.
Recognising When Gambling May Be Becoming a Problem
It may be worth taking a break or seeking support if you find yourself gambling more than intended, hiding gambling from people close to you, borrowing money to gamble, repeatedly trying to recover losses, or finding it difficult to stop despite negative consequences.
These signs are not a diagnosis. If gambling is causing concern, consider speaking with a qualified professional or a recognised support organisation.
Player Protection Tools
Depending on the operator and jurisdiction, online gambling services may offer tools such as:
- deposit or spending limits;
- session or reality checks;
- cooling-off periods;
- self-exclusion;
- account restrictions; and
- responsible-gambling information and support.
The availability and effectiveness of these tools can differ between operators and jurisdictions. Check the operator directly for the current options available to you.
Getting Help
If gambling is causing difficulties for you or someone close to you, consider contacting a recognised gambling-support organisation or a qualified healthcare or mental-health professional in your country.
- Gamblers Anonymous — gamblersanonymous.org
- Gambling Therapy — gamblingtherapy.org
- GamCare — gamcare.org.uk — support and information for people in Great Britain.
Support availability differs by country. If the organisations above do not serve your location, contact a local health service or gambling-support organisation.
Age and Legal Restrictions
Gambling is restricted by age and law. Only use gambling services if you meet the legal age and other eligibility requirements that apply where you live.
Cluster.casino does not determine your legal eligibility to gamble. Always verify the applicable requirements and restrictions yourself.
Our Approach
Responsible gambling information forms part of the context we consider when covering online casinos and the wider gambling industry. It does not mean that Cluster.casino guarantees the practices of any operator listed on the platform.
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