Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At BitStarz, we believe online gaming should be an enjoyable form of entertainment. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set realistic expectations about outcomes.
Age Verification
BitStarz is only available to players aged 18 years or older (or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction). We are committed to preventing underage gambling. If you are under 18, please do not register or attempt to play.
By accessing BitStarz, you confirm that you are of legal age to gamble in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Be aware of these warning signs:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, food, bills)
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Neglecting work, school, or relationships due to gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression
- Borrowing money or going into debt to finance gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
If you recognise any of these signs, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools Available at BitStarz
We provide tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose in a time period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Session Timeouts: Automatically log out after a set period of time
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from BitStarz and other affiliated sites
To access these tools, log into your account or contact our support team.
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling service for Australians
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free support for problem gamblers and their families
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – Support and resources for problem gambling
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and treatment referrals
www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Information and support for problem gambling
www.bzga.de
If You Need Help
If you believe you may have a gambling problem, please reach out for support immediately. There is no shame in asking for help. The organisations listed above provide confidential, non-judgmental assistance.
Your wellbeing is our priority. BitStarz is committed to promoting responsible gaming and supporting all players in making safe choices.