Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Aperture Studios, we believe that online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed purely as entertainment. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose and always set limits before you play.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to use our services and play on our platform. By accessing Payid Pokies Online, you confirm that you meet this legal requirement. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the time and money spent
- Feeling the urge to gamble with increasing amounts of money
- Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or relieve stress
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Relationships suffering due to gambling habits
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
We provide tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a chosen timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic session end times to help manage your playtime
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account if you need a break from gambling
To access these tools, visit your account settings or contact our support team.
Get Help — Support Organisations in Australia
If you or someone you care about is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available:
Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counselling and support services for people affected by problem gambling in Australia. Available online and by phone.
Lifeline Australia
Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7)
Website: www.lifeline.org.au
Crisis support and suicide prevention service available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Gamblers Anonymous
Support groups across Australia for people struggling with compulsive gambling.
Beyond Blue
Phone: 1300 224 636
Website: www.beyondblue.org.au
Mental health support that can help with issues related to problem gambling.
International Resources
If you are located outside Australia, please contact the relevant organisation in your country:
- United Kingdom: GamCare and GamStop
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is treatable, and help is available. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please don't hesitate to contact one of the support services listed above. Speaking to someone confidential is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Remember: You are not alone. Support is just a phone call or click away.
For more information about responsible gambling, visit Gambling Help Online.