01 Our commitment
Keeping play safe and enjoyable
For the vast majority of players, gaming is a fun form of entertainment. For some, it can stop being enjoyable and start causing harm. A66AU takes this seriously — we provide tools to help you stay in control and we encourage everyone to play within limits that are comfortable and affordable.
If gaming is no longer fun, or you feel it is affecting your finances, relationships or wellbeing, please use the tools below or reach out for support. Asking for help early is a sign of strength, not weakness.
02 Warning signs
When play may no longer be in control
If several of these feel familiar, it may be time to take a break and set firmer limits. None of them are judgements — they are simply signals worth noticing.
- Spending more time or money than you planned, or chasing losses to "win it back".
- Gambling to escape stress, boredom, or low mood.
- Borrowing money, selling things, or skipping bills to keep playing.
- Hiding how much you play from family or friends.
- Feeling anxious, guilty, or irritable when you try to cut down or stop.
04 Safer-play tips
Simple habits that keep it fun
- Decide your budget before you start — and treat it as the cost of entertainment, not an investment.
- Never chase losses. Walking away is always an option.
- Set a time limit and take regular breaks.
- Don't play while stressed, upset, or under the influence of alcohol.
- Balance gaming with other activities, and keep it social and light.
05 Protecting minors
Strictly 18+
A66AU is for adults aged 18 and over only. We use verification checks to confirm age, and underage access is taken seriously. If children share your device, please keep your login details private and consider parental-control or filtering software.
Helpful tools: family-filtering software such as Net Nanny or Qustodio can block gambling sites on devices used by minors.
Golden rules
Five rules for safer play
- 01
Set a budget firstOnly ever play with money you can comfortably afford to lose.
- 02
Never chase lossesTrying to "win it back" is the fastest way for fun to turn into harm.
- 03
Watch the clockUse time limits and reality checks so sessions don't run away.
- 04
Keep it for funIf it stops being enjoyable, take a break — the tools above make it easy.
- 05
Ask for help earlySupport is free, confidential and available 24/7. Reaching out is strength.
07 Where to get help
Free, confidential support in Australia
Gambling Help Online
Free 24/7 counselling and chat support across Australia. Call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au.
BetStop
Australia's national self-exclusion register — block yourself from licensed operators at betstop.gov.au.
Lifeline
If you're in crisis or need someone to talk to, call Lifeline on 13 11 14, any time.
A66AU Live Chat
Our team can apply limits, time-outs or self-exclusion and point you to the right support.
If gaming stops being fun, pause.
Whether you want a deposit limit, a time-out, or just someone to talk to — reach out. It's free, confidential, and always available.
Talk to A66AU Support
In an emergency, always call your local emergency services. 18+ only.