Step away when needed
Take a break and choose something that does not involve gambling or rewards.
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Core principles
Put wellbeing first
Gambling can affect your finances and wellbeing. You can seek help before things reach crisis point.
Keep essentials protected
Keep money for housing, food, bills and savings separate from gambling funds.
Speak with someone
Support is available whether you need advice, time away or help for someone close to you.
Potential harms
Know the risks
- Gambling is not a dependable way to earn income.
- Trying to win back losses can lead to further spending.
- Borrowing, hiding gambling or using essential funds are reasons to stop and reassess.
- Promotional credits and free spins can carry conditions and do not remove financial risk.
Australian players should check local laws before using an online gambling service. Some online gambling services are prohibited in Australia. Read Australian consumer guidance.
Spending boundaries
Protect your budget and essentials
Set a boundary first
Where a service is lawful, check which deposit or loss controls are available. A limit is a boundary, not a spending goal.
- Keep essential costs separate and do not borrow to gamble.
- Check when a requested limit change will apply.
- Find out whether a control applies to deposits, losses or both.
- If sticking to a limit feels difficult, consider taking a break and seeking independent support.
Time away
Manage time and take breaks
- 01
Choose when to stop
Set a stopping point before you begin and use a reminder outside the gambling service.
- 02
Make your break count
Close the service, silence gambling notifications and move on to another activity.
- 03
Check in with yourself
Notice whether gambling is affecting sleep, work, relationships or how much you think about it.
- 04
Reach out for help
If you often extend a session or find it hard to stop, contact a support service.
Taking control
Self-exclusion and access barriers
Self-exclusion can help put distance between you and a gambling service. Check what it covers and how it works; one request may not block every site.
| Control | What to check |
|---|---|
| Exclusion through a provider | Ask about the provider’s process, duration, account coverage and restrictions on reopening. |
| National register | Australia’s national self-exclusion register covers Australian-licensed online and phone wagering providers, not every gambling service. |
| Device or payment blocks | Ask your device or financial provider about available blocking controls and what they cover. |
Read the national register’s scope and registration details directly at National register.
Warning signs
Notice when gambling may be causing harm
Chasing money lost
Trying to recover losses, raising stakes or playing longer after losing.
Financial strain
Borrowing, overdue bills or difficulty keeping essential spending separate.
Everyday changes
Poor sleep, secrecy, conflict or gambling taking priority over work and relationships.
These signs are a reason to seek help; this information cannot assess or diagnose your situation. Gambling support service Find information and resources to help you work out what to do next.
Where to find help
Independent support in Australia
Confidential counselling
Free, confidential support and online counselling are available across Australia.
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National register
Learn about the national self-exclusion register for licensed online and phone wagering.
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Where to find help
Look for national and state gambling support services through Australian Government resources.
Play NowSupport is also available if someone else’s gambling affects you. A service can help you consider boundaries and your own wellbeing.
Next steps
Choose one practical action
Speak with a counsellor
Free, confidential online support is available through a gambling counselling service.
Find online support →Make room to pause
Close gambling services, silence related notifications and choose an activity away from gambling. Support can help you plan what comes next.
Browse support options →Understand what exclusion covers
The national register covers Australian-licensed online and phone wagering providers. Check its scope and registration process.
Read register details →Your wellbeing matters
You can seek help when another person’s gambling affects your wellbeing, relationships or finances.
Locate a service →Common questions
Wicked Plays responsible gambling FAQs
When should I seek gambling support?
You can seek help at any time, including if you are concerned about your spending or time before a crisis develops.
Do Wicked Plays deposit limits prevent all harm?
The available information does not confirm whether Wicked Plays offers deposit limits. Limits, where available, have specific coverage and are only one part of a wider approach; consider a break and independent support if boundaries are difficult to keep.
Does the national register cover every gambling service?
No. It covers Australian-licensed online and phone wagering providers. Check its official scope before relying on it for a particular service.
Can I get help if someone close to me gambles?
Yes. Gambling support services can provide information and guidance for people affected by someone else’s gambling.
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Wicked Plays responsible gambling: practical ways to stay safer
What safer gambling means
Wicked Plays responsible gambling means treating casino play as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or ease financial pressure. Gambling involves risk, and losses can happen; no method can reliably predict or guarantee a win.
You must be at least 18 to gamble. Before playing, consider your budget, mood and other commitments, and avoid gambling when affected by alcohol or other substances.
Set Wicked Plays deposit limits before playing
Plan in advance what you can afford to lose, and keep gambling funds separate from money for bills, savings and everyday needs.
Wicked Plays deposit limits and the process for setting them are not stated in the available information. Check your account settings or ask the support team about controls; channels and hours are not stated. Wait for confirmation before treating a limit as active.
Recognise warning signs and pause
Consider stopping if gambling takes more time or money than intended, affects sleep or relationships, or leads you to chase losses. Hiding gambling, borrowing to play or feeling anxious when unable to gamble can also be signs to seek support.
A break can give you room to reassess. Sign out, step away from gambling messages and tell someone you trust. If gambling is causing distress, consider speaking with a health professional or specialist support service.
Wicked Plays self exclusion and account controls
Wicked Plays self exclusion availability, duration and request process are not stated in the available information. Contact the support team for current details before relying on this option.
Ask whether account closure, time-outs or marketing preferences can be changed. If you choose self-exclusion, consider additional device or payment barriers and tell someone you trust about your decision.
Find gambling support in Australia
You do not need to wait until a situation becomes severe to seek help. A GP or mental health professional can discuss support options, and a gambling support service can offer guidance for you or someone close to you.
If there is immediate danger or a mental health emergency in Australia, contact emergency services. If you are unsure where to turn, ask a health professional or local gambling support service about next steps.
