Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income

At Fancy Pants Party Bags, we believe online gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the cinema or playing a sport. It should never be considered a way to earn money or solve financial problems.

Online casinos always have a mathematical advantage over players in the long term. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never chase losses by gambling more than you planned.

Age Verification

Online gambling in Australia is only legal for persons aged 18 years and over. If you are under 18, you must not use PayID casinos or any other gambling services.

By accessing our casino affiliate information, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and meet the legal requirements to gamble in your jurisdiction.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognize any of these warning signs in your own gambling behaviour? If so, please seek help immediately.

• Chasing losses: Gambling more money to try to recover previous losses
• Hiding your gambling: Being secretive about how much you gamble or lying to family and friends
• Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
• Increasing amounts: Needing to gamble with larger amounts of money to feel the same excitement
• Loss of control: Being unable to stick to self-imposed gambling limits
• Borrowing money: Taking loans, using credit cards, or borrowing from others to fund gambling
• Mood changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when unable to gamble
• Escapism: Using gambling to escape from problems, stress, or difficult emotions
• Failed attempts to stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to cut back or quit gambling

Self-Help Tools & Limits

Most reputable PayID casinos offer built-in responsible gaming tools. We encourage you to use these features:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a day, week, or month
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period
• Session Time Limits: Restrict how long you can play in a single session
• Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders of how long you've been playing
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from a casino or multiple casinos
• Take a Break: Request a cooling-off period where your account is suspended

Always use these tools proactively. They are designed to help you stay in control of your gambling.

Support Organisations in Australia

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential support:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free counselling, resources, and support for problem gambling in Australia. Available 24/7.
• Lifeline Australia
  Phone: 13 11 14 (24 hours, 7 days a week)
  Crisis support and counselling.

International Support (if applicable)

• GamCare (United Kingdom)
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (United Kingdom)
  www.gamstop.co.uk
• National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
  www.ncpgambling.org
• Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
  www.responsiblegambling.org

If You Need Help

Do not hesitate to reach out. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available right now. Speaking to a counsellor is free, confidential, and completely non-judgmental.

Contact Gambling Help Online today or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.