Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online poker should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to make money or solve financial problems. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose and always play within your means.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction to use this website and participate in online poker. Gambling is not permitted for minors. BelongCircles.com is committed to preventing underage gambling.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help:
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Gambling with money intended for bills or essential expenses
Self-Help Tools & Features
Most reputable online poker operators offer responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe
- Loss Limits: Establish a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on losses
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Time-Out: Take a temporary break from gambling for a set period
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from accessing your account for a defined period or permanently
Check with your poker operator about which tools are available and how to activate them.
Support & Helpline Resources
If you are struggling with problem gambling, professional support is available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential, and available 24/7
United Kingdom
- GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Support for problem gambling in the UK - GamStop
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclusion scheme across UK-regulated operators
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Information and support resources
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Help line: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Information on gambling addiction and support services
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem or are concerned about someone else's gambling habits, please do not hesitate to seek professional help. There is no shame in reaching out—support services are confidential and free.
Your health and wellbeing are important. Help is available.