Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online gaming at Star Casino should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While gaming can be fun and exciting, it's important to approach it with realistic expectations and maintain control over your gaming habits.
Remember: The house always has a mathematical advantage. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
Star Casino is only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction). We are committed to preventing underage gambling and take this responsibility seriously.
If you are under the legal age for gambling in Australia, please do not access or use Star Casino services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in your gaming behaviour, it may be time to seek help:
- Spending more time and money on gaming than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to win back money you've lost
- Hiding your gaming habits from family, friends, or partners
- Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gaming
- Using gaming to escape problems or cope with stress, anxiety, or depression
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gaming
- Feeling irritable or anxious when attempting to reduce gaming
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gaming
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent on gaming
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gaming
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Star Casino provides several tools to help you manage your gaming responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on the maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session or timeframe
- Reality Checks: Enable notifications that remind you how long you've been gaming and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing Star Casino if you need to take a break
- Session Timeouts: Set a timer to automatically log you out after a predetermined period
Take advantage of these tools to maintain control and keep your gaming experience safe and enjoyable.
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help and support are available from these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential support service for problem gambling in Australia
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858
International Support
- GamCare (United Kingdom) – Free counselling and support for problem gambling
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) – Evidence-based resources and support
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States) – Helpline and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
If You Need Help
If you're experiencing difficulties with your gaming habits, please reach out for support today. There is no shame in asking for help, and support services are confidential and free.
Contact Gambling Help Online at 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for immediate assistance.
Your wellbeing is important to us. Gaming should remain a fun, controlled form of entertainment.