Responsible Gaming

Introduction

At Influence Café, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble within your means and never bet more than you can afford to lose.

If you are under the legal age to gamble in your country, or if you believe you may have a gambling problem, please do not use our services and seek help immediately.

Age Verification

In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. We are committed to ensuring that only adults engage with gambling services on our platform. If you are under 18, you are strictly prohibited from using any betting or gaming services listed on our website.

By accessing and using Influence Café, you confirm that you are of legal age to gamble in your jurisdiction.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognize any of the following signs in your own behaviour, you may be developing a gambling problem. Please seek help immediately:

• Chasing losses: Trying to recover money lost through gambling by gambling more
• Hiding gambling activity: Concealing gambling habits or spending from family and friends
• Inability to stop: Finding it difficult to reduce or quit gambling despite wanting to
• Neglecting responsibilities: Gambling causing you to miss work, school, or family commitments
• Financial problems: Borrowing money to gamble or using funds meant for essentials
• Gambling to escape: Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, or other emotional issues
• Restlessness when not gambling: Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
• Escalating stakes: Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
• Relationship problems: Conflict with family, friends, or partners over gambling behaviour
• Failed attempts to control: Repeated unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling

Self-Help Tools

Most reputable online gambling operators provide tools to help you maintain control. These include:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you are willing to deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Establish a cap on the amount of money you are willing to lose in a given timeframe
• Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders during gaming sessions to help you stay aware of time and money spent
• Self-Exclusion: Take a break or permanently exclude yourself from gambling services for a set period or indefinitely
• Session Time Limits: Set automatic time limits for your gaming sessions

We recommend using these tools proactively, regardless of whether you currently feel you have a problem. Responsible gambling is a continuous practice.

Support Organizations

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, confidential support is available through the following organisations:

United Kingdom

• GamCare
  Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gambling
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7)
• GamStop
  National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling in Great Britain
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Allows you to self-exclude from all online gambling operators licensed in Great Britain
• National Problem Gambling Clinic
  NHS-funded specialist treatment service
  Helpline: 0203 314 8790

International Support

• Australia
  Gambling Help Online
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Canada
  Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
• United States
  National Council on Problem Gambling
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (free, confidential, 24/7)
• Germany
  Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Telephone Counselling: 0800 1 372 374 (free, Mon-Thu 10am-10pm, Fri-Sun 10am-8pm CET)

Call to Action

If you believe you have a gambling problem, please reach out for help today. Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. The organisations listed above are staffed by trained professionals who understand problem gambling and can provide confidential, non-judgmental assistance.

Remember: gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it has become a source of stress, financial hardship, or damage to your relationships, it is time to take action. Help is available, and recovery is possible.

You do not have to struggle alone. Reach out today.