Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment — Not a Source of Income
At thisisule.com, we believe that gambling — whether at VegasStars Casino or anywhere else — should always be treated as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The outcomes of casino games are based on chance, and losses are a normal part of gambling. You should never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, and you should never view gambling as a solution to debt or financial hardship.
If gambling stops being fun, it may be time to take a break or seek support. This page provides information, tools, and resources to help you stay in control.
Age Verification — 18+ Only
In Australia, it is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to gamble. All players must be at least 18 years of age to register an account and participate in any gambling activity.
Reputable casinos, including the operators we review on thisisule.com, are required to verify the age and identity of all customers. We strongly encourage parents and guardians to:
- Keep login details and payment methods out of reach of minors.
- Use parental control and filtering software on shared devices.
- Talk openly with young people about the risks of gambling.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. Ask yourself honestly whether any of the following apply to you:
- Chasing losses — gambling more to try to win back money you have lost.
- Hiding your gambling — lying to family or friends about how much time or money you spend.
- Gambling with money meant for essentials such as rent, bills, or groceries.
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling.
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when you try to cut down or stop.
- Gambling to escape stress, loneliness, or other problems.
- Neglecting work, study, or relationships because of gambling.
- Needing to bet larger amounts to feel the same excitement.
If you recognise several of these signs in yourself or someone you care about, please take it seriously and reach out for help using the resources below.
Self-Help Tools to Stay in Control
Licensed online casinos offer a range of tools to help you manage your gambling. We recommend setting these up before you start playing:
- Deposit limits — cap the amount of money you can deposit per day, week, or month.
- Loss limits — set a maximum amount you are prepared to lose within a given period.
- Session and time limits — restrict how long you can play in a single session.
- Reality checks — receive regular on-screen reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have spent.
- Cooling-off periods — take a short break from your account, from 24 hours to several weeks.
- Self-exclusion — block yourself from gambling for a longer period (six months or more), or permanently. In Australia, you can also register with BetStop, the National Self-Exclusion Register, which blocks access to all licensed Australian online wagering providers.
Setting limits before you play is one of the most effective ways to keep gambling safe and enjoyable.
Support Organizations
Free, confidential help is available 24/7. You do not have to deal with problem gambling alone.
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — free, confidential counselling and support 24/7, by phone, chat, and email. Phone: 1800 858 858 | www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- BetStop — National Self-Exclusion Register — self-exclude from all Australian licensed online and phone wagering providers. | www.betstop.gov.au
- Lifeline Australia — 24-hour crisis support. Phone: 13 11 14 | www.lifeline.org.au
United Kingdom
- GamCare — support, information, and advice for anyone affected by gambling. | www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop — free national self-exclusion scheme for UK online gambling. | www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — information and resources on safer gambling. | www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling — national helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER. | www.ncpgambling.org
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — free and anonymous counselling on gambling addiction. | www.check-dein-spiel.de
Take Action Today
If you feel that gambling is no longer fun, that it is causing stress, financial pressure, or harm to your relationships, please seek help now. Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.
If you are in Australia, call Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 — it is free, confidential, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also self-exclude instantly through BetStop.
Remember: gamble responsibly, set your limits, and know when to stop. When the fun stops — stop.