Responsible Gaming
Last updated: 15 May 2026
PlayAussiePokie is a free social entertainment platform. Our games use virtual coins only and offer no real-money prizes. Even so, social-casino style games can become time-consuming, and the mechanics may resemble those used in real-money gambling. We are committed to keeping the experience safe and balanced for every visitor.
1. What We Do
- Age gate. Access to the Site is restricted to users aged 18 and over.
- No real money. We never accept deposits, never pay out cash, and never offer real-world prizes.
- Transparent disclaimers. Every page makes clear that the Service is for entertainment only.
- No targeting of vulnerable users. We do not direct advertising to people under 18, to known problem gamblers, or to users who have opted out of personalised advertising.
- Easy account removal. Any user can request deletion of their account and personal data at any time by writing to info@playaussiepokie.com.
2. Know the Warning Signs
Even with no money on the line, time spent on simulated gambling can become problematic. Watch for the following signs:
- You spend more time playing than you intended.
- You feel anxious, irritable, or low when not playing.
- Play interferes with sleep, work, study, or relationships.
- You feel compelled to “win back” virtual losses.
- Friends or family have expressed concern about your play.
- You feel tempted to seek out real-money gambling because of the experience here.
If any of these apply to you, please consider taking a break and reaching out to the resources below.
3. Tips for Healthy Play
- Set a time limit before you start, and stop when you reach it.
- Take regular breaks. Stand up, drink water, do something away from the screen.
- Treat games as entertainment, the same way you would a film or a book — not as a path to gain.
- Never play to escape stress, sadness, or boredom; choose something genuinely restorative instead.
- Use device-level controls, screen-time limits, or website blockers to help enforce your boundaries.
4. Support Services (Australia)
If you, or someone you care about, may have a problem with gambling, free and confidential help is available 24/7:
- Gambling Help Online — counselling, chat, email and self-help tools — gamblinghelponline.org.au
- National Gambling Helpline (Australia) — call 1800 858 858
- Lifeline — 24-hour crisis support — call 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au
- BetStop — Australia’s National Self-Exclusion Register for real-money online gambling — betstop.gov.au
5. International Support
- GamCare (United Kingdom) — gamcare.org.uk · helpline 0808 8020 133
- GambleAware (UK) — gambleaware.org
- National Council on Problem Gambling (United States) — ncpgambling.org · helpline 1-800-GAMBLER
- Gambling Therapy (worldwide) — gamblingtherapy.org
6. Parental Controls
If you share devices with under-18s, consider:
- Enabling supervised accounts on shared devices (Apple Screen Time, Google Family Link, Microsoft Family Safety).
- Using browser- or router-level content filters such as OpenDNS Family Shield, Net Nanny, Qustodio, or Norton Family.
- Talking openly with young people in your household about the difference between social games and real-money gambling.
7. Request a Break or Account Closure
You can ask us to disable your account or stop sending you communications at any time. Email info@playaussiepokie.com with the subject line “Account Pause” or “Account Closure”. Account closure is permanent; any virtual coins on the account will be forfeited (they have no monetary value).
8. Contact
If you have concerns about play patterns on this Site, please contact us at info@playaussiepokie.com. We take responsible-gaming concerns seriously and will respond promptly.
