Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At savethebutterflycave.info, we believe that gambling should be enjoyable entertainment only. Betting should never be viewed as a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or generate income. If you find yourself relying on gambling as a source of funds, please seek help immediately.
Responsible gaming means understanding the risks, setting limits, and knowing when to stop.
Age Verification
Gambling is only for adults. In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. It is your responsibility to verify that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before using any betting services.
If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not access gambling websites or place bets.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing Losses: Attempting to recover lost money by gambling more
- Hiding Gambling: Keeping your gambling activities secret from family or friends
- Loss of Control: Inability to stop gambling or stick to pre-set limits
- Increasing Stakes: Needing to bet more money to get the same level of excitement
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Financial Problems: Borrowing money or using savings to gamble
- Mood Changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
- Continued Gambling Despite Harm: Continuing to gamble even when it causes emotional or financial distress
If you experience any of these signs, please reach out for support.
Self-Help Tools & Resources
Many gambling operators offer tools to help you stay in control. These may include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you are willing to lose
- Time Limits: Restrict how long you can gamble in a single session
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications during gambling sessions to remind you of time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling platforms for a period you specify
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
We encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gambling activities.
Professional Support Organisations
If you are struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Please contact one of the following organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free, confidential online counselling and support for problem gambling
United Kingdom
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk — Free support for problem gambling
- GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org — Information and resources for responsible gambling
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org — Confidential helpline and support services
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA): Resources and counselling for problem gambling
Need Help?
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please seek help today. There is no shame in reaching out. Professional support is available, confidential, and free.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (Australia) or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au to speak with a counsellor.
Remember: gambling is meant to be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to stop and seek support.