Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At dykinta.com, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies and casino games should only be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose, and always set limits before you play.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to use our services and play pokies. We take age verification seriously and comply with all Australian gambling regulations. If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not access our site or participate in any gaming activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to win back money
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Unable to control gambling behaviour or stop when you want to
- Neglecting work, study, family, or relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Experiencing mood swings, irritability, or anxiety when not gambling
- Feeling a constant urge to gamble with increasing amounts of money
Self-Help Tools & Limits
We provide several tools to help you maintain control over your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe.
- Loss Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session.
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent.
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming services.
- Session Timeouts: Set automatic session time limits to help manage your play time.
To access these tools, please contact our customer support team or visit your account settings.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au โ Free counselling and support for Australians affected by problem gambling.
- Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 โ 24/7 crisis support and counselling.
United Kingdom
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk โ Free, confidential support for problem gambling.
- GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk โ National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling.
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org โ Information and resources for responsible gaming.
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org โ Resources and referrals for problem gambling support.
Germany
- Bundeszentrale fรผr gesundheitliche Aufklรคrung (BZgA): Information and support for problem gambling prevention.
If You Need Help
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you feel your gambling is becoming problematic, or if someone you care about is struggling, please don't hesitate to reach out to one of the support organisations listed above. Help is confidential, free, and available 24/7 in most cases.
Remember: Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You don't have to face this alone.