Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Fairplay, we believe gaming should be enjoyed purely as entertainment, not as a method to earn money or solve financial problems. Gambling involves risk, and there is always a possibility of losing money. We encourage all players to gamble only with money they can afford to lose and to maintain a healthy, balanced approach to gaming.
Age Verification
In India, you must be at least 18 years of age to participate in gaming activities on our platform. We take age verification seriously and employ strict measures to ensure all users meet the legal age requirement. If you are under 18, please do not register or attempt to access our services.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to implement parental controls and monitor online activity to prevent underage access to gaming sites.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a problem with gambling:
- Spending more time or money on gaming than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount spent
- Neglecting family, work, or personal responsibilities due to gaming
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gaming
- Using gaming to escape problems or negative emotions
- Jeopardizing relationships, job, or education opportunities
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gaming
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Fairplay provides various tools to help you maintain control over your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum loss threshold to help you manage financial risk
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during gaming sessions about how long you have been playing and money spent
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic play session durations after which you will be logged out
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account if you feel your gaming is becoming problematic
We encourage you to use these tools proactively. To access or adjust these settings, please contact our customer support team or visit your account settings.
Seek Help & Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Please reach out to one of these organizations:
India
- All India Gaming Federation (AIGF): Promotes responsible gaming standards across India
- Gamblers Anonymous: Support groups and counseling services for problem gamblers
International Support Services
- GamCare (United Kingdom): www.gamcare.org.uk – Free support and information
- GamStop (United Kingdom): www.gamstop.co.uk – National self-exclusion scheme
- Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au – Confidential counseling
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org – Resources and information
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): www.ncpgambling.org – Helpline and resources
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (Germany): Information and prevention programs for problem gambling
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please do not hesitate to seek help. There is no shame in reaching out to support organizations or speaking with a counselor. The resources listed above are confidential, professional, and available to assist you.
Remember: Gaming should be fun and entertaining. If it is causing you distress or financial hardship, it is time to ask for help.