Responsible gaming
Gaming should be a paid-for night of fun, never a plan to make money. Here is how to keep it that way, and where to turn if it is not.
Our five house rules
- 21+ only. Never let minors use your account or device to play.
- Budget first. Decide what you can afford to lose this month, before you deposit, and treat it as spent.
- Time box it. Set a phone timer for each session and stop when it rings, win or lose.
- Never chase. Losses are the cost of the entertainment. Trying to win them back is how small losses become big ones.
- Play sober and calm. Do not gamble when drinking, stressed, lonely or upset.
Our budgets and limits guide turns these rules into a simple monthly plan with peso examples.
Warning signs
- Spending more money or time than you planned, again and again
- Borrowing, selling things or using bill money to gamble
- Hiding your gambling from family or friends
- Feeling restless or irritable when you try to cut down
- Thinking a big win will fix your money problems
If two or more sound familiar, it is time to pause and talk to someone.
Tools that help
| Tool | What it does | Where to find it |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit limit | Caps how much you can add per day, week or month | Account or responsible gaming settings on the operator site |
| Session reminder | Pops up after a set time | Operator settings, or simply your phone's timer |
| Cooling-off | Locks your account for a short break | Contact operator support |
| Self-exclusion | Blocks you for months or longer | Operator support; PAGCOR also runs an exclusion programme |
| Payment blocks | Stops gambling transactions | Ask your bank or e-wallet about available controls |
Free and confidential help
- NCMH crisis hotline: call 1553 (Luzon-wide landline toll-free), or see ncmh.gov.ph for current mobile numbers.
- PAGCOR: information on responsible gaming and exclusion at pagcor.ph.
- Gamblers Anonymous: peer support meetings and resources at gamblersanonymous.org.
Protect your account and your family
Keep your login private, lock your phone, and never share OTPs. Our mobile security checklist and scam guide explain how. Understanding the maths helps too: read why the house always has an edge in our RTP guide and live casino guide, and why bonuses are not free money.
Need to talk? You are not alone. Call 1553, speak to someone you trust, or email us at jborromeo@tara777.live and we will point you to help. See also our FAQ, disclaimer and about us page.