Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At deceptiontheshow.com, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should be treated as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. BitStarz and all online gaming activities carry the risk of losing money. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
BitStarz is strictly for individuals aged 18 years or older (or the applicable legal age in your jurisdiction). We are committed to preventing underage gambling. If you are under the legal gambling age in Australia or your location, you must not access or use BitStarz.
By accessing this website, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and legally permitted to gamble in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone else, professional help should be sought:
- ☐ Gambling more frequently or with larger amounts than intended
- ☐ Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- ☐ Hiding gambling activity or lying about time and money spent
- ☐ Neglecting family, work, school, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- ☐ Experiencing anxiety, depression, or mood changes related to gambling
- ☐ Borrowing money or experiencing financial difficulties because of gambling
- ☐ Feeling the need to gamble with increasing amounts for the same excitement
- ☐ Inability to stop or cut back on gambling despite wanting to
- ☐ Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- ☐ Damaged relationships due to gambling behavior
Self-Help Tools and Responsible Gaming Features
BitStarz provides several responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limits to control spending
- Loss Limits: Set limits on how much you are willing to lose in a given period
- Reality Checks: Enable reminders about how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a specified period
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling
To access these tools, log into your BitStarz account and visit the Responsible Gaming section in your account settings.
Support Organizations and Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available. The following organizations provide free, confidential support:
🇦🇺 Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free counselling and support service
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call)
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free support and counselling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
🇨🇦 Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – Education and support
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
🇺🇸 United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and resources
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
🇩🇪 Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Federal health education center
Website: www.bzga.de
Call to Action
If you think you may have a gambling problem, please seek help today. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available. You don't have to face this alone.
Contact one of the organizations listed above or speak with a healthcare professional. The sooner you reach out, the sooner you can regain control.
Remember: Gambling should only ever be entertainment. If it stops being fun, it's time to get help.