Give yourself permission to end the session
You don’t owe a bonus another bet. If playing costs more money or attention than you intended, stop and give yourself space.
Choose limits you can stick to
- Keep rent, food and other essential money out of your playing budget.
- Pick a finishing time before opening a game.
- Don’t borrow for a session or add money to recover losses.
- Leave gambling alone when you’re upset or impaired.
Ask for help putting a stop in place
Ask support which account controls you can activate. A deposit limit, time-out or self-exclusion can help you put a boundary in place when stopping feels difficult. Blocking access to gambling websites or payments may give you another barrier while you take a break.
Notice what playing is taking from you
Stop playing now if you hide deposits, neglect commitments or keep exceeding your spending limit. Let a trusted person know what’s happening. Support is worth asking for now, even if you still have money in your balance.
Phone 0800 006 008 if you’d like support. Other places to find help include Gambling Therapy or the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation.
Keep shared devices away from your account
Log out when you finish, protect your payment details and use device access controls if children share your phone or computer. Casino accounts and the offers described here are for adults aged 18+ only.