Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At shardasethi.com, we believe that online casino gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gambling should never be considered a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Only spend what you can afford to lose, and remember that the odds always favor the house in the long term.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to participate in online casino gaming and use Neosurf for gambling purposes.
If you are under the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, please do not use our site. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem. Please seek help immediately:
- Chasing Losses: Returning to gamble soon after a loss, or gambling more to recoup losses
- Hiding Your Gambling: Keeping your gambling secret from family, friends, or loved ones
- Loss of Control: Being unable to stop or reduce your gambling despite wanting to
- Preoccupation: Constantly thinking about gambling or planning your next session
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Gambling affecting work, relationships, or personal care
- Financial Strain: Borrowing money or experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling
- Using Gambling to Escape: Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, or other problems
- Failed Attempts to Stop: Wanting to cut down or quit but being unable to do so
- Tolerance: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Mood Changes: Experiencing irritability, restlessness, or mood swings when unable to gamble
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a cap on how much you're willing to lose in a given period
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic reminders or automatic logout after a specified duration
- Reality Checks: Pop-up notifications during play to remind you of your gambling duration and spending
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from a casino, preventing access to your account
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
We recommend using these tools proactively, even if you don't currently feel you have a problem.
Support Organizations in Australia & Internationally
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please reach out to a professional support service:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential telephone and online counseling service
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call from anywhere in Australia) - Lifeline Australia – 24/7 crisis support
Phone: 13 11 14
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support and counseling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – Resources and treatment referrals
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) – Free, confidential helpline
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Federal center for health education
Website: www.bzga.de
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
There is no shame in asking for help. Problem gambling is a recognized medical condition, and support is available. Whether you're in Australia or elsewhere, the organizations listed above provide free, confidential assistance.
If you're experiencing gambling-related problems, please contact one of the support services above or speak to your healthcare provider immediately.
Your wellbeing is important to us, and we encourage all players to gamble responsibly.