01
Warning signs
- Trying to win back losses.
- Borrowing, using credit or missing essential payments.
- Hiding time, transactions or account activity.
- Feeling restless or irritable when unable to play.
- Increasing stakes to feel the same excitement.
- Playing during work, study or sleep hours.
- Continuing after deciding to stop.
02
A 24-hour pause plan
- Close access.Log out, remove shortcuts and uninstall relevant apps.
- Block the route.Use website blockers and device restrictions.
- Protect money.Lower payment limits and move essential funds out of immediate reach.
- Tell someone.Share what is happening with a trusted person.
- Do not recover losses.Treat money already lost as gone; another stake increases risk.
03
When another person is affected
Choose a calm time, describe specific changes you have noticed, and focus on safety rather than blame. Do not lend money to cover gaming debts or take control of accounts without consent. Encourage professional financial, mental-health or legal help where appropriate.
04
Immediate danger
If someone may harm themselves or another person, contact local emergency services now and stay with them if it is safe to do so. For financial fraud or account compromise, contact the relevant bank/payment provider and India’s official cybercrime channels promptly.
05
A note on age
This site does not use age language to imply that prohibited activity becomes acceptable after a birthday.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How do I stop chasing losses?
End access, protect remaining money, tell someone you trust and treat the loss as final rather than trying to recover it.
Can limits make gambling safe?
Limits can reduce exposure but cannot remove uncertainty, financial harm or legal restrictions.
What if someone is in immediate danger?
Contact local emergency services and stay with the person if it is safe.