The importance of responsible gaming in online casinos cannot be overstated. It is vital to protect individuals from the potential harms associated with gambling, and for ensuring the industry remains reputable and sustainable. By leveraging the tools available within their casino accounts, players can take proactive steps towards responsible gambling, setting a foundation for a safe and enjoyable gaming experience.

Most reputable online casinos offer a variety of tools to empower players to manage their gambling habits. Here are some of the most common:

• Deposit Limits:
  Players can set a limit on the amount they are able to deposit daily, weekly, or monthly, helping to manage spending. Lowering a deposit limit is instant, in some cases there might be a delay on raising your limit. 
• Loss Limits:
  Similar to deposit limits, loss limits allow players to set a cap on how much they can lose within a specific timeframe. These limits, deposit and loss limits, can be set per 24 hours, 7 days and month. We always recommend to set at least one of these limits on your account once you’re registered.
•  Time Alerts:
  These notifications remind players how long they have been playing, encouraging them to take breaks and reflect on their gambling. Some casinos have these as default, so you will be getting a reminder to take a break every 60,90 or 120 minutes. You will be able to adjust this in the responsible gaming section of your account.
• Cool-Off Periods:
  Take a break from gambling entirely for a chosen period. Cool off periods and self exclusion are quite similar. With the self-exclusion, you can also permanently self exclude, whereas a cool-off period always has an end-date. And just as with the self-exclusion feature, the cool off period can not be ended earlier.
• Self-Exclusion:
  Players who feel they are losing control can opt for self-exclusion, temporarily blocking their access to their casino account. Self-exclusions can usually be set directly by yourself in your account settings, or you can contact customer service to set the exclusion for you.
  You choose the length of the exclusion yourself, anywhere from 24 hours to permanent exclusion.
  Keep in mind that you can not lift the exclusion before the time has run out, neither can customer service. If you choose to exclude for a week and change your mind on day 4 – you still have to wait for the entire exclusion period to elapse. And if you permanently self-exclude, the account can not be reactivated and in most casinos, you can also not create a new account in the same casino.
•  Reality Checks:
  Online casinos offer reality check features that provide players with periodic updates on their gambling session, including the amount of time spent playing, as well as the total money wagered, won, and lost. These messages serve as a reminder for players to assess their gambling behavior and make informed decisions about whether to continue or stop playing. Additionally, players can review their transaction history, which includes total deposits and withdrawals, allowing them to evaluate their overall financial position relative to the casino. By comparing their deposits and withdrawals, players can determine whether they are ahead or behind in their gambling activities. Reality checks and transaction history tools promote self-awareness and help players maintain a realistic perspective on their spending, ultimately contributing to responsible gambling practices.
• Self-Assessment Tests:
  These tests, usually in the form of questionnaires, are designed to help you evaluate your gambling habits, and identify potential signs of problem gambling. It’s important to note that while these tests can be helpful, they are not definitive diagnostic tools. If you suspect there might be a problem, seek professional help from organisations specialising in gambling addiction treatment.