How to calculate the loss limit before the start of the game
1. Why do you need a loss limit
Without a predetermined loss threshold, the player risks "chasing" the game and spending several times more than he planned. The loss limit is the first shield against emotional decisions and financial problems.
2. Determination of the game budget
1. Net income (D): the sum of all income for the month after taxes.
2. Mandatory expenses (O): rent, communal apartment, loans, meals.
3. Available funds (S):
* Example: D = 2000 €, O = 1400 € → S = 600 € → E = 10% × 600 = 60 € → G = 30% × 60 = 18 € per month.
3. Distribution of loss limit by periods
Pₘ, Pₙ, Pₛ - fractions of the monthly loss limit per month, week, session (usually 50-70%, 60-80%, 40-60%, respectively).
N is the number of playing days per week (2-3 recommended).
4. Calculation example
G = 18 €
Monthly loss limit (Pₘ=50%) = 9 €.
Weekly: G ÷ 4 = 4. 5 €, Pₙ=70 % → 3. 15 €.
Daily (at N = 3): (18 ÷ 12) = 1. 5 €, Pₛ=50 % → 0. 75 € per session.
5. Set up technical limits
1. Go to Responsible Gaming → Loss Limits in your casino account.
2. Select the period (session/day/week/month).
3. Enter the calculated value and confirm.
4. Check whether the status should be Active or Enabled.
5. Cooling: Remember that raising the limit usually requires a 24-72 hour pause.
6. Recommendations for use
Hard mode: choose hard-loss limit so that the lock is without the instant bypass option.
Messages by 75%: turn on soft notifications when 75% of the selected threshold is reached.
Self-exclusion: If the loss limit is frequently triggered, activate the short self-exclusion (24-48 hours) to pause yourself.
External trackers: keep a simple log or use a budget application to control real losses.
7. Conclusion
A clear calculation of the loss limit based on the game budget and its technical setting is the key to protecting funds and maintaining mental comfort. Follow the formula, allocate thresholds to periods and activate hard locks: this is the basis of responsible play.
Without a predetermined loss threshold, the player risks "chasing" the game and spending several times more than he planned. The loss limit is the first shield against emotional decisions and financial problems.
2. Determination of the game budget
1. Net income (D): the sum of all income for the month after taxes.
2. Mandatory expenses (O): rent, communal apartment, loans, meals.
3. Available funds (S):
- $$
- S = D - O
- $$
- 4. Entertainment budget (E): 5-10% of S for all leisure activities.
- 5. Gaming budget (G): 20-30% of E, exclusively for betting.
* Example: D = 2000 €, O = 1400 € → S = 600 € → E = 10% × 600 = 60 € → G = 30% × 60 = 18 € per month.
3. Distribution of loss limit by periods
| Period | Formula | Example (G = 18 €) |
|---|---|---|
| Month | Loss\_ M = G × Pₘ | Pₘ = 0. 5 → 9 € |
| Week | Loss\_ W = (G ÷ 4) × Pₙ | Pₙ = 0. 7 → (4. 5 €×0. 7)=3. 15 € |
| Session | Loss\_ S = (G ÷ (4 × N)) × Pₛ | N = 3 days, Pₛ=0. 5 → (18÷12×0. 5)=0. 75 € |
Pₘ, Pₙ, Pₛ - fractions of the monthly loss limit per month, week, session (usually 50-70%, 60-80%, 40-60%, respectively).
N is the number of playing days per week (2-3 recommended).
4. Calculation example
G = 18 €
Monthly loss limit (Pₘ=50%) = 9 €.
Weekly: G ÷ 4 = 4. 5 €, Pₙ=70 % → 3. 15 €.
Daily (at N = 3): (18 ÷ 12) = 1. 5 €, Pₛ=50 % → 0. 75 € per session.
5. Set up technical limits
1. Go to Responsible Gaming → Loss Limits in your casino account.
2. Select the period (session/day/week/month).
3. Enter the calculated value and confirm.
4. Check whether the status should be Active or Enabled.
5. Cooling: Remember that raising the limit usually requires a 24-72 hour pause.
6. Recommendations for use
Hard mode: choose hard-loss limit so that the lock is without the instant bypass option.
Messages by 75%: turn on soft notifications when 75% of the selected threshold is reached.
Self-exclusion: If the loss limit is frequently triggered, activate the short self-exclusion (24-48 hours) to pause yourself.
External trackers: keep a simple log or use a budget application to control real losses.
7. Conclusion
A clear calculation of the loss limit based on the game budget and its technical setting is the key to protecting funds and maintaining mental comfort. Follow the formula, allocate thresholds to periods and activate hard locks: this is the basis of responsible play.
