Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

At Zig Zag Foundation, we're committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. It's important to understand that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never use gambling as an investment strategy or income source.

Age Verification

Online gambling in Australia is strictly regulated. You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities on our partner casino sites. If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not attempt to access these services. We take age verification seriously and encourage parents and guardians to monitor online activity.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:

• Frequently chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount of time and money spent gambling
• Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
• Feeling anxious or irritable when attempting to reduce or stop gambling
• Neglecting work, school, family, or social responsibilities due to gambling
• Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
• Experiencing relationship conflicts due to gambling habits
• Losing control over gambling and being unable to stick to set limits
• Continuously increasing bet amounts to achieve the same excitement
• Failed attempts to reduce or quit gambling

Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Options

Most reputable online casinos offer built-in tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a session or time period
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during your gaming session about how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
• Session Time Limits: Set automatic session end times to help manage play duration
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling sites to take a break
• Account Closure: Close your account if you decide to stop gambling entirely

We encourage you to use these tools proactively as part of your responsible gambling strategy.

Support Organizations

If you're concerned about your gambling or need immediate help, please reach out to one of these trusted organizations:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential support and counselling
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call)
• Gamblers Anonymous Australia — Peer support and recovery meetings
  Available in most Australian states

United Kingdom

• GamCare — Free counselling and support
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme
  www.gamstop.co.uk

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  www.responsiblegambling.org

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling
  www.ncpgambling.org
  National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — German Federal Centre for Health Education
  Specializing in addiction prevention

If You Need Help

Don't struggle alone. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you or someone you know is experiencing problems with gambling, please contact one of the support organizations listed above. They provide free, confidential, and non-judgmental assistance.

Remember: It's never too late to reach out for support. Help is available 24/7.