Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Star Casino Online, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only – never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.
If you're feeling concerned about your gambling habits, help is available and support is just a click away.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to use Star Casino Online. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and take this responsibility seriously.
If you are under the legal age, please do not attempt to gamble on our platform.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in your behaviour, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses: Gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling: Being secretive about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Loss of control: Unable to stop or reduce gambling despite wanting to
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, family time, or other obligations due to gambling
- Financial problems: Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Relationship strain: Gambling is causing conflict with family or friends
- Mood changes: Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Escalating bets: Needing to gamble larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
If you experience any of these signs, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Features
Star Casino Online provides tools to help you stay in control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe
- Loss Limits: Establish a limit on how much you're willing to lose in a session or week
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out: Take a mandatory break from gambling for a period you choose (24 hours to several weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently close your account if you need to stop gambling completely
If you wish to use any of these tools, please contact our customer support team or access them through your account settings.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional support is available. The following organisations offer free, confidential help:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au – Free counselling and support services for Australians affected by gambling
- Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 – Crisis support and suicide prevention (24/7)
- Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 – Mental health support including gambling concerns
International Support
- GamCare (United Kingdom): www.gamcare.org.uk – Free gambling addiction support and counselling
- GamStop (United Kingdom): www.gamstop.co.uk – National self-exclusion scheme
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org – Prevention and treatment resources
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): www.ncpgambling.org – Help and referral services for problem gambling
All support services are confidential and non-judgmental. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
If You Need Help, Take Action Now
If you believe you or someone you know has a problem with gambling, please reach out for help immediately. Professional support is available and can make a real difference.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (Australia) or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Remember: It's never too late to seek help, and recovery is possible.