Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Star Casino Online, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Like any form of entertainment, it involves risk and should only be undertaken with money you can afford to lose.

Please gamble responsibly and within your means. If you find yourself struggling to control your gambling, help is available.

Age Verification

Star Casino Online is strictly for players aged 18 years and over, or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction in Australia, whichever is higher.

By accessing and using our services, you confirm that you are of legal age to gamble in your location. We reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:

• Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount spent
• Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
• Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
• Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
• Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
• Risking important relationships or opportunities
• Experiencing mood swings or emotional distress related to gambling

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek support immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Features

Star Casino Online provides a range of responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on the amount you can deposit
• Loss Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you can lose in a specified timeframe
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about your playing time and spending
• Session Time Limits: Set automatic session duration limits
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from our platform
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish

These tools are available in your account settings. We encourage you to use them proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.

Support & Helpline Resources

If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, please reach out to one of these trusted organisations:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free, confidential counselling and support for Australians affected by problem gambling
• Lifeline Australia
  Phone: 13 11 14
  24/7 crisis support and counselling

International Support Services

• GamCare (United Kingdom)
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (United Kingdom)
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
• Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
• National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700

Take Action Today

If you feel that your gambling is becoming a problem, or if gambling is affecting your health, relationships, or finances, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out — support services are confidential, professional, and free.

Remember: Help is just one phone call or click away. Contact Gambling Help Online or your local support service today.