Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At Equessential, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Stake and all forms of gambling carry risk and should only be participated in with money you can afford to lose. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
All players must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to participate in gambling activities on Stake. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and verifying the age of all our users.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem. Please seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities from family or friends
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Experiencing anxiety, depression, or irritability when not gambling
- Feeling unable to stop or control your gambling
- Gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Lying to others about how much you gamble
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or quit gambling
Self-Help Tools
Stake and other reputable gambling operators offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gambling accounts
- Session Limits: Set time restrictions on your gaming sessions
Support Organizations
If you're struggling with gambling, professional help is available. For Australian residents, the following organisations provide confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential online support and counselling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858
International Resources
- GamCare (UK) – Free support for gambling problems
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK) – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please seek help immediately. Reach out to Gambling Help Online at 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for free, confidential support. Your mental health and financial wellbeing matter, and help is always available.