Take a break
Step away and choose an activity without stakes or rewards.
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Key principles
Put wellbeing first
Gambling can cause financial and emotional harm. You can seek help before a crisis develops.
Keep essentials protected
Keep housing, food, bills and savings separate from gambling money.
Speak with someone
Support is available whether you need advice, a pause or help for someone close to you.
Potential harms
Know the risks
- Gambling is not a dependable source of income.
- Trying to recover losses can lead to further spending.
- Borrowing, concealing gambling or using essential funds are reasons to stop and reassess.
- Promotions and free spins can still carry restrictions and financial risk.
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Spending boundaries
Protect essential spending
Set limits before you play
If using a lawful service, check the available deposit and loss controls. A limit is a boundary, not a target.
- Keep essential costs protected and do not borrow to gamble.
- Check when a requested limit change takes effect.
- Find out whether a limit applies to deposits, losses or both.
- If sticking to a limit is difficult, consider pausing and seeking independent support.
Time boundaries
Plan breaks and time away
- 01
Choose a stopping point
Decide when to stop beforehand and set a reminder outside the gambling service.
- 02
Make time away count
Close the service, silence gambling notifications and move on to another activity.
- 03
Notice changes
Consider any effects on sleep, work, relationships and thoughts about gambling.
- 04
Reach out for support
If you often extend a session or struggle to stop, contact a support service.
Exclusion options
Self-exclusion and access barriers
Self-exclusion can help restrict access to a gambling service. Check its coverage and process; one request may not block every website.
| Measure | What to check |
|---|---|
| Exclusion with a provider | Check the provider’s process, duration, account coverage and restrictions on reopening. |
| National register | The national self-exclusion register covers Australian licensed online and phone wagering providers, not every gambling service. |
| Device or payment blocks | Ask your device or financial provider which blocking tools are available and what they cover. |
Read the register’s scope and registration information directly through its official service: Register information.
Warning signs
When gambling may be causing harm
Chasing losses
Trying to win money back, raising stakes or continuing after a loss.
Financial strain
Borrowing, unpaid bills or difficulty protecting money for essentials.
Everyday changes
Poor sleep, secrecy, conflict or gambling taking priority over work and relationships.
These signs are reasons to seek support; this information does not assess or diagnose your circumstances. A support service can offer tools and information to help you consider what to do next.
Where to get help
Independent support in Australia
Gambling support
Free, confidential help and online counselling are available across Australia.
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National register
Learn about the national register for self-exclusion from licensed online and phone wagering.
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Where to get help
Find national and state gambling support through Australian Government resources.
Play NowYou can also seek help if another person’s gambling affects you. Support services can help you discuss boundaries and look after your wellbeing.
Next steps
Choose one action to take
Speak with a counsellor
Free, confidential online support is available through gambling support services.
Find online support →Step away for a while
Close gambling services, silence related notifications and choose an activity away from gambling. Support can help you plan what comes next.
Explore support options →Check exclusion coverage
The national register covers Australian licensed online and phone wagering. Read its scope and registration process.
Check the register →Get help for yourself
You can seek support when someone else’s gambling affects your wellbeing, relationships or finances.
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Responsible gambling questions
Can I seek help before things become serious?
Yes. You can reach out at any time, including if you are concerned about your spending or time spent gambling.
Do deposit limits remove every risk?
No. Limits have specific coverage and are only one part of a broader approach. If keeping to boundaries is difficult, consider a break and independent support.
Does the national register cover every gambling site?
No. It covers Australian licensed online and phone wagering providers. Check its official scope before relying on it for a particular service.
Can I get support about someone else’s gambling?
Yes. Gambling support services can provide information and help to people affected by another person’s gambling.
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Helpful resources
Friday Friday responsible gambling: guidance for Australian players
Understanding gambling risks
Treat gambling as paid entertainment, not a way to earn money or recover losses. Outcomes are uncertain, and a win does not remove the possibility of future losses.
Before using Friday Friday, consider whether gambling fits your budget and circumstances. Avoid gambling when upset, affected by alcohol or trying to solve financial problems. Do not borrow, use essential household money or chase losses.
- Decide what you can afford before you start, and stop when you reach that amount.
- Keep gambling separate from rent, bills, savings and other commitments.
- Track deposits and withdrawals to keep the overall cost in view.
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Friday Friday deposit limits and personal boundaries
Consider Friday Friday deposit limits before playing. If account controls are available, choose a limit that reflects money you can afford to spend on entertainment, and avoid open-ended sessions. Check the official site for current controls and instructions, as options and terms can change.
Set a limit when calm, and avoid raising it during a gambling session. If you cannot stick to it, stop and contact the service through its current support channel. Spending records and any blocking controls offered by your financial provider may provide an additional barrier.
| Boundary | A considered plan for safer play |
|---|---|
| Deposit limit | Choose an affordable amount before playing; do not increase it to chase losses. |
| Session plan | Decide when to stop and take breaks away from the screen. |
| Responding to losses | Accept losses as a cost of entertainment; do not try to win them back. |
Friday Friday safer gambling tools and breaks
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- Review wagering, expiry and maximum-bet conditions before accepting an offer.
- Do not let bonus funds or cashback prompt extra spending.
- Ask Friday Friday how to decline future promotional communications if they are unwelcome.
Friday Friday self-exclusion and account closure
Consider Friday Friday self-exclusion if gambling feels difficult to control, causes conflict or affects your finances. Contact Friday Friday through its current support channel to ask about account closure or self-exclusion and how to restrict access. You can also request that promotional communications stop.
Do not open another account or use someone else’s account during an exclusion. If cooling-off options, restrictions or extensions are not clearly set out, ask Friday Friday for details and keep a record of your request.
Finding confidential help in Australia
If gambling worries you, speak with a gambling support service, financial counsellor, mental health professional or trusted person. Australian support organisations can help with safety planning, debt concerns, relationship impacts and ways to restrict access.
If gambling is linked to immediate danger, severe distress or thoughts of self-harm, contact emergency or crisis support without delay. Friday Friday is for people aged 18 and over; meeting the minimum age does not remove the need for limits, breaks and independent support.
