Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Safe Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Friendly Feet, we believe that online pokies and casino gaming should only be enjoyed as a form of entertainment. Gambling should never be seen as a way to make money, solve financial problems, or earn an income. When approached responsibly, gaming can be fun — but it always carries risk. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
All users must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in their Australian state or territory to access our services. If you are under the legal age, please do not use this website. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use internet filtering software to restrict access to gambling websites.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by continuing to gamble to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying to family and friends about the extent of gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Feeling restless or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Experiencing relationship conflicts related to gambling
- Losing control over gambling behaviour
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Many online gaming platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a chosen period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a session
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during gaming sessions about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Automatically end your gaming session after a set period
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming platforms
We encourage you to use these tools proactively as part of your responsible gaming strategy.
Support & Help Resources
If you or someone you care about is struggling with gambling, help is available. Here are trusted organisations across different regions:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free, confidential counselling and support for problem gambling
- Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 — 24/7 crisis support (available for all issues including gambling-related stress)
- Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 — Mental health support
United Kingdom
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk — Free gambling support and self-exclusion service
- GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org — Information and support resources
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org — Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA): Gambling advice and prevention programmes
If You Need Help, Reach Out
Problem gambling is a real issue that affects many people and their families. There is no shame in seeking help. If you feel your gambling is becoming problematic, or if someone you know needs support, please contact one of the organisations listed above. These services are confidential, free, and staffed by trained professionals who understand the challenges of problem gambling.
Don't wait until the problem becomes severe — reach out today.