Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Safe Gaming
At Artfare, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you're playing, please do so within your means and for fun.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to access and use our services. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time. If you are under the legal age, please do not use this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following behaviours in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Gambling with more money than you intended
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Borrowing money to gamble or to pay gambling debts
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Experiencing relationship problems because of gambling
- Gambling to escape stress, sadness, anxiety, or other difficult emotions
- Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools
Most gambling operators provide tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a cap on how much you're prepared to lose
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders during gaming sessions to reflect on your play
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a set period
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming accounts
We encourage you to use these features. Speak with your gaming provider's customer support team to activate any of these tools.
Support and Helplines
If you're concerned about your gambling or need someone to talk to, confidential support is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free, confidential counselling and support services for Australian residents
- National Gambling Helpline (Lifeline): 1800 858 858 — Free 24/7 counselling
Other Regions
- United Kingdom: GamCare (www.gamcare.org.uk) or GamStop (www.gamstop.co.uk)
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council (www.responsiblegambling.org)
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling (www.ncpgambling.org)
Take Action Today
If you're struggling with gambling, please reach out for help. There is no shame in asking for support, and trained professionals are ready to assist you confidentially. Contact Gambling Help Online or your local support service today.
Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek help.