Give yourself a breather
Step away and choose something enjoyable that does not involve gambling.
Need someone to talk to? Seek independent support if gambling is affecting your wellbeing or finances. Find support ↗ Look after yourself and seek professional advice when needed.
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Core principles
Put your wellbeing first
Gambling carries financial and emotional risks. You can reach out for support before things feel urgent.
Keep essentials separate
Set aside money for housing, food, bills and savings before considering entertainment spending.
Speak with someone
You can seek guidance for yourself or someone close to you, whether you need a pause or more support.
Risks to know
Be aware of the risks
- Gambling is not a reliable way to earn money.
- Trying to win back losses can lead to further spending.
- Borrowing, hiding gambling or using essential funds are signs to stop and reassess.
- Promotions and free spins may have conditions and still involve financial risk.
If you are in Australia, check the rules that apply to online gambling services before using them. For independent information, read Australian guidance.
Managing money
Set money boundaries
Decide your boundaries in advance
Check the account for any available deposit or loss controls. A limit is a boundary, not a spending goal.
- Keep essential costs covered and do not borrow to gamble.
- Check when a limit change would take effect.
- Find out whether a control applies to deposits, losses or both.
- If limits are hard to maintain, consider taking a break and seeking independent help.
Managing time
Take breaks and manage your time
- 01
Choose a stopping point
Decide when you will stop before you begin, and set a reminder away from the gambling service.
- 02
Make your break count
Close the service, silence gambling notifications and switch to another activity.
- 03
Check in with yourself
Notice whether gambling is affecting your sleep, work, relationships or thoughts.
- 04
Reach out for help
If you keep extending a session or struggle to stop, consider speaking with a support service.
Taking control
Self-exclusion and access barriers
Self-exclusion may help you step away from a gambling service. Check exactly what it covers and how it works; one request may not block every site.
| Approach | What to check |
|---|---|
| Account self-exclusion | Ask the service about its process, account coverage, duration and rules for reopening an account. |
| National register | Check the register’s official information to see which providers it covers and how to register. |
| Device or payment blocks | Ask your device or financial provider which blocking features are available and what they restrict. |
Before registering with a national service, check its scope and sign-up information. Register details.
Warning signs
Notice when gambling feels harder to manage
Trying to recover losses
Increasing stakes or playing longer to try to win back money.
Financial strain
Borrowing, missing bills or struggling to protect money for essentials.
Shifts in daily life
Poor sleep, secrecy, conflict or gambling taking time from work and relationships.
These signs may be a reason to seek support; this information cannot assess or diagnose your situation. Independent support can help you think through what to do next.
Getting support
Find independent help in Australia
Gambling support
Look for confidential counselling and support services available to people across Australia.
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National register
Check the official information for any national self-exclusion register you are considering.
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Getting support
Search for national or state-based gambling support through official Australian sources.
Play NowYou can also seek help if another person’s gambling affects you. Support can help you consider boundaries and your own wellbeing.
A next step
Choose one useful action
Speak with a counsellor
Look for confidential counselling and independent gambling support.
Find counselling support →Make room for a break
Close gambling services, pause related notifications and choose an activity away from gambling. Support can help you plan what comes next.
Explore help options →Check what exclusion covers
Coverage varies between services. Read the official scope and registration information before relying on an exclusion.
Read register details →Support yourself, too
You can ask for help when another person’s gambling affects your wellbeing, relationships or finances.
Seek personal support →Common questions
VegaStars responsible gambling FAQs
When should I seek help?
You can reach out at any time, including if you are worried about money or time spent gambling. Support does not have to wait until there is a crisis.
Will a deposit limit prevent every problem?
No. A limit only applies to what it covers and is just one possible boundary. If you find it difficult to stick to limits, consider a break and independent support.
Does self-exclusion block every gambling service?
Not necessarily. Coverage depends on the service and register, so check the official scope before relying on an exclusion.
Can I seek help about someone else’s gambling?
Yes. Independent support services can offer information to people affected by another person’s gambling.
More information
Related information
VegaStars responsible gambling guidance for Australian players
Why safer gambling matters
VegaStars responsible gambling means treating casino play as paid entertainment, not a way to earn money or recover losses. Outcomes are uncertain, so only spend money you can afford to lose without affecting rent, bills, food or other commitments.
If you are playing in Australia, set personal boundaries before opening a game. Keep gambling separate from everyday spending, avoid playing when upset or tired, and do not chase losses by raising stakes or borrowing.
VegaStars deposit limits and money boundaries
Set a personal budget before depositing and keep track of your spending and time. Check the account for available controls; if a particular limit is not shown, ask Support or consult the Help Centre rather than assuming it is in place.
The welcome offer is headed “Double your first deposit!” It states 100%, up to AUD 6,000, 125 Free Spins, an AUD 20 minimum deposit and 40x wagering. Read the offer conditions carefully and do not spend more than you can afford to meet them.
Build safer gambling habits
VegaStars safer gambling starts with keeping play planned, affordable and easy to stop. Take breaks, avoid gambling under the influence of alcohol or other substances, and turn off promotional messages if they encourage you to play more. Cashback can be withdrawn anytime with no restrictions; treat it as money, not a reason to keep playing.
Look out for hiding gambling, feeling anxious afterwards, using bill money, trying repeatedly to win back losses or spending longer than intended. Consider stopping, telling someone you trust and finding independent support in Australia.
VegaStars self exclusion and taking a break
If a break does not feel sufficient, contact VegaStars Support to ask what self-exclusion or account restrictions are available. Request clear information about the process, coverage and any duration or account reactivation conditions.
During a break, avoid using another person’s account. Remove saved payment details where possible, consider device-level blocking tools and ask someone you trust for help managing your finances.
Find gambling support in Australia
Look for independent gambling support and counselling in Australia. These services may help with urges, financial worries, family impacts and ways to stop; you can seek help even if the situation does not feel severe.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, contact emergency services in Australia. For account questions, VegaStars lists Support, Help Centre, FAQ, Community and a Responsible Gambling page. VegaStars lists the Tobique Gaming Commission, licence 0000020, and Neptune Projects SRL as its operator.
