Responsible Gambling

Gambling should be entertainment, not income. When it stops being fun or starts causing problems, it's time to reassess. This page outlines tools, resources, and warning signs to help you stay in control.

Voodoo Casino provides self-limitation features, but ultimately, responsible gambling is a personal choice. We can't force you to use these tools, but they exist if you need them.

Are You Gambling Responsibly?

Ask yourself these questions honestly:

Do you gamble with money you can't afford to lose?
Have you lied to family or friends about your gambling?
Do you chase losses by depositing more to "win it back"?
Does gambling interfere with work, relationships, or daily responsibilities?
Do you feel anxious, irritable, or depressed when you can't gamble?
Have you borrowed money or sold possessions to fund gambling?
Do you gamble to escape problems or negative emotions?
Have you tried to stop or cut back but couldn't?

If you answered "yes" to multiple questions, you might have a gambling problem. This isn't a diagnosis - professional assessment is needed - but it's a signal to seek help.

Self-Control Tools on Voodoo Casino

We offer several features to help you manage your gambling. Access them via Account Settings > Responsible Gaming.

Deposit Limits

Set daily, weekly, or monthly caps on how much you can deposit. Once the limit is reached, the system blocks further deposits.

How to Set: Account Settings > Deposit Limits > Choose timeframe and amount > Confirm
Increases: Take 24 hours to apply (cooling-off period to prevent impulsive decisions)
Decreases: Take effect immediately
Removal: Treated as an increase - 24-hour delay before limits are removed

Example: Set a €500 weekly limit. Deposit €500 on Monday. Try to deposit €50 on Tuesday - system blocks it. Limit resets the following Monday.

Session Time Reminders

Get popup notifications after playing for a set duration (60, 90, or 120 minutes). The alert shows time elapsed and total wagered. Doesn't force logout - just reminds you how long you've been playing.

Reality Checks

Similar to session reminders but more detailed. Shows:

Total time logged in this session
Amount deposited
Amount wagered
Net win/loss

Frequency: Every 30, 60, or 90 minutes (you choose). Can't be disabled once set without a 24-hour delay.

Cool-Off Period

Temporarily lock your account for 24 hours, 7 days, or 30 days. During cool-off:

Can't log in or access games
Can't deposit funds
Can still contact support to withdraw remaining balance
Can't cancel cool-off early - once set, it runs the full duration

Use this if you're losing control and need forced distance from the platform. Account reactivates automatically after the period ends.

Self-Exclusion (Permanent)

Close your account permanently with no option to reopen. This is irreversible - even if you change your mind later, Voodoo won't reactivate the account or let you create a new one using the same details.

How to Self-Exclude: Contact support via live chat or email requesting self-exclusion. They'll confirm via email. Account closes within 24 hours. Remaining balance withdrawn to your registered payment method.

Your name and details are added to an internal exclusion database. If you try registering again, the system flags and blocks the new account.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Gambling becomes problematic when it causes harm - financial, emotional, or social. Watch for these patterns:

Financial Red Flags

Spending money intended for bills, rent, or groceries on gambling
Borrowing from friends, family, or payday lenders to gamble
Selling belongings to fund deposits
Maxing out credit cards on casino deposits
Hiding bank statements or transactions from family

Behavioral Red Flags

Gambling at work or during times you'd normally be doing other activities
Neglecting responsibilities (missing work, ignoring family, skipping meals) to gamble
Lying about how much time or money you spend gambling
Feeling restless or irritable when you try to cut back
Chasing losses - depositing more to "win back" what you lost

Emotional Red Flags

Gambling to escape depression, anxiety, or stress
Feeling euphoric when gambling, empty when not
Experiencing guilt, shame, or regret after sessions
Isolating from friends and family
Thinking about gambling constantly, even when not playing

If you recognize these patterns, consider reaching out to a professional. Gambling addiction is treatable, but it rarely resolves without intervention.

External Help Resources

Professional support organizations offer free, confidential help for gambling problems. These are independent of Voodoo Casino - they don't share information with us.

International Resources

Gambling Therapy
Free online support and counseling in multiple languages
Website: gamblingtherapy.org
Live chat, forums, and one-on-one counselor sessions

Gamblers Anonymous
Peer support groups using 12-step recovery model
Website: gamblersanonymous.org
Find local meetings in your area

UK Resources

GamCare
UK's leading gambling support charity
Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7)
Website: gamcare.org.uk
Offers counseling, support groups, and online forums

BeGambleAware
Education and support for safer gambling
Helpline: 0808 8020 133
Website: begambleaware.org

Australia & New Zealand

Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Helpline: 1800 858 858 (24/7)
Website: gamblinghelponline.org.au
Live chat and phone counseling

Problem Gambling Foundation (New Zealand)
Helpline: 0800 664 262
Website: pgf.nz

Germany & Europe

BZgA (Germany)
Helpline: 0800 1 37 27 00
Website: bzga.de

Responsible Gaming Foundation (Malta)
Helpline: 179 25
Website: rgf.org.mt

Tips for Safer Gambling

If you choose to gamble, these practices reduce risk:

Before You Start

Set a budget you can afford to lose completely without financial hardship
Decide on a time limit for your session
Never gamble when drunk, high, or emotionally distressed
Don't view gambling as a way to make money - it's entertainment with a cost

During Gambling

Stick to your budget and time limit - walk away when you hit either
Take regular breaks (stand up, stretch, hydrate)
Don't chase losses - accept them and move on
Avoid increasing bets to recover losses quickly
If you're not having fun, stop

After Gambling

Track your spending - know how much you're depositing monthly
If you lost, don't immediately deposit again to "win it back"
If you won, consider withdrawing at least part of the winnings
Reflect honestly - are you gambling within your means?

Preventing Underage Gambling

Voodoo Casino is 18+ globally (21+ in some jurisdictions). We verify age during KYC, but initial registration relies on self-declaration.

Parents/guardians should monitor internet usage and consider:

Using parental control software (Net Nanny, Qustodio, Norton Family) to block gambling sites
Keeping payment methods (cards, e-wallets) secure and inaccessible to minors
Educating children about gambling risks
Checking bank statements for unauthorized gambling transactions

If you discover a minor has accessed Voodoo Casino, contact [email protected] immediately. We'll close the account and refund deposits to the payment source.

Our Commitment

Voodoo Casino profits when players gamble, which creates inherent conflict. We acknowledge this. While we can't eliminate gambling risks, we commit to:

Providing functional self-limitation tools (deposit limits, cool-offs, self-exclusion)
Not targeting vulnerable populations with marketing
Responding promptly to self-exclusion requests (within 24 hours)
Linking to legitimate external support resources
Blocking underage users and refunding their deposits

We won't, however, proactively contact you if you're losing heavily or showing problem gambling signs. That responsibility falls to you and, if needed, external support organizations.