Responsible Gaming

Gambling is a form of paid entertainment and it always carries the risk of financial loss. You should only play using money that you can afford to lose and never depend on betting for regular income.

Responsible gaming on Dafabet is based on control and awareness:

• Set a budget for gambling and keep it separate from essentials such as rent, food, education and family needs.
• Decide your deposit and loss limits in advance and use the available tools to apply those limits on your account.
• Track how much time you spend playing and take regular breaks to protect your emotional balance.
• Treat every bet as a cost for fun, not as an investment or a way to recover past losses.
• Avoid gambling when you are stressed, angry, under the influence of alcohol or facing financial pressure.

By following these basic principles, players in India can enjoy games, keep control of their betting behaviour and reduce the risk of harm to their financial and mental health.

Gambling addiction develops gradually and can affect anyone, regardless of age, profession or background. Recognising the warning signs early can help you protect yourself and seek help in time.

Possible indicators that you or someone close to you may have a gambling problem include:

• Spending more money or more time on betting than planned, again and again.
• Feeling restless, irritated or upset when trying to cut down or stop gambling.
• Chasing losses by increasing bet size or gambling more often after losing.
• Hiding or lying about gambling activity, bank statements or debts from family and friends.
• Using loans, credit cards or selling personal items to get money for gambling.
• Neglecting work, studies, family duties or social life because of gambling.
• Gambling as a way to escape from stress, loneliness, sadness or other emotional problems.
• Repeatedly failing to keep self-imposed limits on deposits, losses or playing time.
• Feeling guilt, shame or hopelessness after gambling but continuing the same behaviour.
• Thoughts of self-harm or severe anxiety linked to gambling debts or betting problems.

Gambling addiction is a serious health condition that needs attention and support. Professional help, reliable information and support services can make recovery possible.

Betting addiction can be managed, and many people regain control of their lives when they take early action. Support, honest self-assessment and safe gambling tools can reduce harm and protect your wellbeing.

Practical recommendations that can help you prevent or reduce gambling problems include:

• Set strict deposit, loss and session limits on your account and adjust them conservatively when needed.
• Keep a written record of your gambling expenses so that you see the total impact on your monthly budget.
• Decide in advance how much time you will spend playing and use reminders or alarms to stop when that time is over.
• Avoid trying to win back losses and accept losing as a normal part of gambling.
• Do not gamble when you are under the influence of alcohol or other substances that affect your judgement.
• Share your limits and concerns with a trusted family member or friend and ask them to help you stick to your plan.
• Use self-exclusion or temporary cooling-off options on Dafabet if you feel your control is weakening.
• Replace some gambling time with other activities such as sports, hobbies, social events or volunteering.
• Seek professional counselling or join a local support group when thoughts about gambling feel constant or overwhelming.
• If you have unpaid debts, speak to a financial advisor or helpline to create a realistic repayment plan without relying on gambling.

Taking these steps can reduce harm from gambling, protect your finances and support long-term recovery from addiction.

If you feel that gambling is affecting your life, health or relationships, external help can provide independent guidance and emotional support. Professional organisations and helplines in India offer confidential advice, information and counselling for gambling-related issues.

Main support resources for players in India include:

• National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) – Information and treatment for behavioural addictions, including gambling: https://nimhans.ac.in
• National Mental Health Helpline (KIRAN) – 1800-599-0019 – 24×7 toll-free support for mental health concerns, including stress and anxiety linked to gambling.
• Snehi – Emotional support and counselling, phone and online services: http://www.snehi.org.in
• Parivarthan Counselling, Training and Research Centre – Professional counselling services, including for addiction-related stress: https://parivarthan.org
• AASRA – 24×7 helpline for people in emotional distress: http://www.aasra.info | Helpline: +91-9820466726
• Clinical psychologists or psychiatrists in your city – Registered mental health professionals can diagnose and treat gambling addiction and related conditions.

These services are independent from Dafabet and can provide neutral support, guidance and treatment options suited to your personal situation.

If you are worried about your gambling behaviour on Dafabet, customer support can assist you in applying responsible gaming tools and limits. The support team can provide information about account controls, self-exclusion options and the responsible gaming policy.

You can contact Dafabet support in India through:

• Live chat on the website or app for real-time assistance on responsible gaming features.
• Email support using the official support email address listed in the Help or Contact Us section.
• Telephone support where available for account-related responsible gaming queries.
• In-site help centre articles that explain how to set limits, request account reviews or apply self-exclusion.

Support staff can guide you on tools that help you play responsibly and protect your account from risky gambling behaviour.