Responsible gaming 

Recognize Problem Betting Behaviors

Critical warning indicators:

• Betting more money or time than you planned
• Increasing bet sizes to recover previous losses
• Hiding betting activities from others
• Using credit or loans for betting
• Missing important commitments due to betting
• Feeling restless when not betting

Parimatch Protection Features

Spending Controls: Profile → Account Settings → Betting Limits

• 24-hour cooling period before limit increases

Session Timers: Automatic logout after preset durations

Wager Limits: Daily/weekly maximum bet amounts

Account Suspension: Temporary or permanent account closure

• Irreversible once confirmed

Awareness Alerts: Regular notifications about betting time and spending

Self-Check Questions

Rate yourself honestly:

1. Do you bet beyond your original plans?
2. Have you been dishonest about your betting?
3. Do you use betting to cope with stress?
4. Have you taken loans to fund betting?
5. Has betting damaged your personal relationships?

3+ "Yes" responses: Implement account restrictions and contact support services immediately.

India Support Services

National Gambling Support Line: 1800-599-0019 (24/7, Free, Multiple languages)

Crisis Mental Health: Vandrevala Foundation: +91 9999 666 555

Medical Treatment Centers:

• NIMHANS Bangalore: 080-2699-5000 
• AIIMS network across India 
• International GamCare Resources 
• Online Gambling Counseling

Crisis Response Plan

If betting has become uncontrollable:

1. Activate account suspension immediately
   Contact crisis line: 1800-599-0019
   Remove betting apps and block websites
   Confide in a trusted person
   Request bank transaction blocks for betting sites

Long-term recovery support:

• Addiction counseling services
• Debt management assistance
• Peer support groups
• Alternative recreational activities

Smart Betting Guidelines

• Use only entertainment money, never essential funds
• Establish time boundaries (maximum 2 hours per session)
• Avoid betting during emotional distress or intoxication
• View losses as the cost of entertainment, not recoverable investments
• Maintain betting as one hobby among many, not a primary focus

Age Restriction: 18+ only. When betting stops being enjoyable, it's time to stop. Professional help is always available.