Responsible Gambling

Gambling should always be entertainment, never a way to make money or escape problems. This page explains how to stay in control and where Australian players can get free, confidential help.

Need help now? Call Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (free, 24/7, confidential) or chat online at gamblinghelponline.org.au. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000.

Play within your limits

Dragon Slots and every reputable operator provide tools to help you keep gambling under control. Before you deposit, decide how much time and money you are comfortable spending — and treat that as the cost of entertainment, not an investment. A few simple habits make a big difference:

Set a budget for each session and never chase losses with bigger bets.
Set deposit, loss and wager limits in your account settings so the platform enforces them for you.
Use reality checks and session timers to stay aware of how long you have played.
Take regular breaks and never gamble when tired, stressed, upset or under the influence of alcohol.
Never borrow money to gamble and never use funds set aside for essentials.

Account tools that help

Deposit & loss limits

Cap how much you can deposit or lose over a day, week or month. Once reached, the limit blocks further deposits until the period resets.

Time-outs

Take a short break — 24 hours up to several weeks — during which you cannot log in or play.

Reality checks

Pop-up reminders show how long you have been playing and your net win or loss for the session.

Self-exclusion

Close access to your account for a longer, fixed period when you need to step away completely.

Know the warning signs

Gambling may be becoming a problem if you: spend more time or money than you planned; chase losses; lie about how much you gamble; borrow money or sell possessions to fund it; gamble to escape worry or low mood; or feel anxious, guilty or irritable when you try to cut back. If any of these sound familiar, reach out — help is free and confidential.

Free support services in Australia

Gambling Help Online — 1800 858 858, 24/7 phone and online chat counselling.
Lifeline — 13 11 14, crisis support and suicide prevention.
BetStop — the National Self-Exclusion Register, which lets you exclude yourself from all licensed Australian online operators.
Gamblers Anonymous Australia — peer support meetings across the country.

Protecting minors

Online gambling is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. Keep your login details private, use device-level parental controls, and never let anyone under 18 access a gambling account.

Remember: the house always has a mathematical edge. Outcomes are random and no strategy guarantees a win. Play for fun, set limits, and stop while it is still enjoyable.