Setting limits: deposits, time, rates
Setting limits: deposits, time and rates
Gambling should remain a pastime, not a source of financial and emotional problems. A clear and predetermined limit on three key parameters - the amount of deposits, the duration of the session and the maximum rate size - helps prevent overspending, hasty decisions and the development of dependence.
1. Deposit limits
Purpose: to control the total amount of funds entering the game account for a certain period.
How to define a limit:
Practical setting:
Strict limit tips:
2. Time limits
Goal: to protect yourself from too long gaming sessions, fatigue and poor well-being.
How to calculate session time:
Setting up reality checks:
Organization of breaks:
3. Rate limits
The goal: to prevent the risk of excessive losses in one bet and the "pursuit of loss."
Determination of the maximum rate:
Tuning techniques:
Psychological protection:
4. Combined use of limits
Combine all three limits at once. The deposit lock system will not remove you from time or rate accounting.
Use "crisis exit": self-exclusion for a week or more if you feel that the limits are not enough.
Check reports: download game account statements once a week to see real numbers and evaluate the effectiveness of limits.
5. Alternative tools
Tracker apps: Pocketbook, Frollo or local reality-check apps to track time and budget on your smartphone.
Calendar reminders: Automatic "break time" or "limit reached" notifications in Google/Apple Calendar.
Hotline support: if you doubt the setting, call 1800 858 858 - the operator will help you check and adjust the limits.
6. Procedure for violation of limits
1. Introspection: Figure out what went wrong - fatigue, emotional breakdown or technical failure.
2. Emergency measures: Activate self-exclusion for at least 24 hours.
3. Call for help: consult the operator's support service and/or call the hotline.
4. Adjust limits: Reduce values and move to shorter sessions.
Clearly established and consistently observed limits of deposits, time and bets are the basis of a responsible game. These tools allow you to keep excitement as entertainment, and not turn it into a source of problems. Use them systematically, monitor reports and do not hesitate to seek professional support in case of any difficulties.
Gambling should remain a pastime, not a source of financial and emotional problems. A clear and predetermined limit on three key parameters - the amount of deposits, the duration of the session and the maximum rate size - helps prevent overspending, hasty decisions and the development of dependence.
1. Deposit limits
Purpose: to control the total amount of funds entering the game account for a certain period.
How to define a limit:
- 1. Analyze your monthly budget and allocate the amount that you are ready to "spend on entertainment" without prejudice to basic expenses (housing, food, bills).
- 2. Divide that amount by weeks or days, given that rates can run unevenly.
- 3. Add a "buffer" of 10-15% for unexpected expenses to avoid trouble under strict restrictions.
Practical setting:
- In most online platforms in your personal account there is a section "Responsible play" or "Account management" → "Deposit limits."
- Enter a daily, weekly and/or monthly limit. When the threshold is reached, replenishment is automatically blocked until the selected period expires.
- Check that the limits applied by making a test replenishment for a small amount.
Strict limit tips:
- Don't increase the limit before expiry - this weakens self-control.
- If you need to reduce the limit urgently, contact support: usually the reduction takes effect immediately.
2. Time limits
Goal: to protect yourself from too long gaming sessions, fatigue and poor well-being.
How to calculate session time:
- 1. Determine the most comfortable duration - for example, 30-60 minutes in one go.
- 2. Add a small "break" interval (5-10 minutes) for rest and assessment of well-being.
- 3. Limit total time per day: If you plan to play multiple times, add up all sessions.
Setting up reality checks:
- In the "Safe Play" section, activate the "Time Reminder" or "Reality Check" function.
- Set the interval between reminders (every 15, 30 or 60 minutes).
- After receiving the notification, pause for at least 5 minutes: move away from the screen, drink water, ventilate the room.
Organization of breaks:
- During the break, switch to non-screen activity: walking, warming up, talking to a friend.
- Record actual playing times in your diary to keep track of discipline.
3. Rate limits
The goal: to prevent the risk of excessive losses in one bet and the "pursuit of loss."
Determination of the maximum rate:
- 1. Analyze your average bid from previous sessions.
- 2. Set a limit not to exceed 20-30% of the average allowable loss per session.
- 3. Set a "betting limit" for one game or round so that even with a successful series, you do not increase the amount.
Tuning techniques:
- In your personal account, select the "Betting limits" or "Game settings" section.
- Enter the maximum amount for one bet and the total bet limit per session.
- Some platforms allow you to limit the number of rounds or the "Double Bet" button - disable it if necessary.
Psychological protection:
- Remember the "don't play with your last money" rule - if you get to the limit, stop the game and sort out the session.
- Do not increase the limit immediately after losing - this is an "automatic" path to new problems.
4. Combined use of limits
Combine all three limits at once. The deposit lock system will not remove you from time or rate accounting.
Use "crisis exit": self-exclusion for a week or more if you feel that the limits are not enough.
Check reports: download game account statements once a week to see real numbers and evaluate the effectiveness of limits.
5. Alternative tools
Tracker apps: Pocketbook, Frollo or local reality-check apps to track time and budget on your smartphone.
Calendar reminders: Automatic "break time" or "limit reached" notifications in Google/Apple Calendar.
Hotline support: if you doubt the setting, call 1800 858 858 - the operator will help you check and adjust the limits.
6. Procedure for violation of limits
1. Introspection: Figure out what went wrong - fatigue, emotional breakdown or technical failure.
2. Emergency measures: Activate self-exclusion for at least 24 hours.
3. Call for help: consult the operator's support service and/or call the hotline.
4. Adjust limits: Reduce values and move to shorter sessions.
Clearly established and consistently observed limits of deposits, time and bets are the basis of a responsible game. These tools allow you to keep excitement as entertainment, and not turn it into a source of problems. Use them systematically, monitor reports and do not hesitate to seek professional support in case of any difficulties.
