Game breaks (cooling-off): voluntary pauses
1. What are game breaks (cooling-off)
Cooling-off breaks are the ability to voluntarily suspend access to gambling for a pre-selected period of 24 hours to several months. During the pause, all bets, deposits and bonuses are blocked.
2. Why do we need voluntary pauses
Interruption of the emotional cycle. Pause breaks the automatic tie "stress → play → lose → play."
Restoring self-control. The decline in dopamine "hunger" during the pause returns the ability to make informed decisions.
Impact assessment. Gives time to take a sober look at financial and psychological losses, adjust the budget and rejection strategy.
3. Timing options and their effects
4. How to activate pause
1. In the personal account of the casino: section "Responsible game" → "Cooling-off."
2. Select the date - specify the required period and confirm the request.
3. Confirmation: the system can request verification by SMS or e-mail.
4. Instant lock: Once confirmed, access to rates and refills is closed immediately.
5. Technical implementation
Server lock: The request is entered into the database, and any API requests for bets or deposits return a refusal.
Universal action - Blocks web version, mobile apps, and third-party integrations.
Pause history: the office stores information about the start and end dates of each cooling-off.
6. Practical recommendations
1. Do not choose a minimum term with a strong desire to play. With a high risk of a breakdown, it is better for several weeks at once.
2. Synchronize with other tools. When the pause ends, activate your deposit and rate limits.
3. Use pause to work on yourself: meditation, sports, therapy, new hobbies.
7. Monitoring and analysis
Reports after a pause: assess how craving and financial performance have changed.
Strategy adjustment: if the desire to return to rates persists, extend the pause or switch to self-lock.
Feedback: Share the results with your support partner or mutual aid group.
Voluntary cooling-off pauses are one of the most powerful self-control tools. A clear separation of "gaming" and "non-gaming" time allows not only to reduce the risk of relapse, but also to create space for a conscious rethinking of one's addiction and building a new life without constant temptation.
Cooling-off breaks are the ability to voluntarily suspend access to gambling for a pre-selected period of 24 hours to several months. During the pause, all bets, deposits and bonuses are blocked.
2. Why do we need voluntary pauses
Interruption of the emotional cycle. Pause breaks the automatic tie "stress → play → lose → play."
Restoring self-control. The decline in dopamine "hunger" during the pause returns the ability to make informed decisions.
Impact assessment. Gives time to take a sober look at financial and psychological losses, adjust the budget and rejection strategy.
3. Timing options and their effects
| Pause period | Effect |
|---|---|
| 24-48 hours | Instant "stop" of impulsive desire |
| 7-14 days | Breaking the usual cycle and the first steps to a new model of behavior |
| 1-3 months | Deep revaluation of values, sustainable reduction of craving |
| 6-12 months | Dramatic lifestyle change, transition to long-term goals |
4. How to activate pause
1. In the personal account of the casino: section "Responsible game" → "Cooling-off."
2. Select the date - specify the required period and confirm the request.
3. Confirmation: the system can request verification by SMS or e-mail.
4. Instant lock: Once confirmed, access to rates and refills is closed immediately.
5. Technical implementation
Server lock: The request is entered into the database, and any API requests for bets or deposits return a refusal.
Universal action - Blocks web version, mobile apps, and third-party integrations.
Pause history: the office stores information about the start and end dates of each cooling-off.
6. Practical recommendations
1. Do not choose a minimum term with a strong desire to play. With a high risk of a breakdown, it is better for several weeks at once.
2. Synchronize with other tools. When the pause ends, activate your deposit and rate limits.
3. Use pause to work on yourself: meditation, sports, therapy, new hobbies.
7. Monitoring and analysis
Reports after a pause: assess how craving and financial performance have changed.
Strategy adjustment: if the desire to return to rates persists, extend the pause or switch to self-lock.
Feedback: Share the results with your support partner or mutual aid group.
Voluntary cooling-off pauses are one of the most powerful self-control tools. A clear separation of "gaming" and "non-gaming" time allows not only to reduce the risk of relapse, but also to create space for a conscious rethinking of one's addiction and building a new life without constant temptation.
