Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At longlaethai.com, we believe that online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed purely as entertainment. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. It's important to approach gaming with the understanding that the house always has an edge, and any money spent should be money you can afford to lose.
Play responsibly, play within your means, and remember that fun comes first.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online pokies and casino gaming. We strictly enforce age verification to protect minors from gambling-related harm.
If you are under 18, please do not use our services. Parents and guardians are encouraged to discuss responsible gaming with young people in their care.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do any of these warning signs apply to you? If so, seek help immediately.
- Chasing Losses: Attempting to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding Gambling: Keeping your gambling activities secret from friends and family
- Increasing Stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to get the same excitement
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Skipping work, school, or family obligations to gamble
- Financial Strain: Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Loss of Control: Unable to stick to gambling limits you've set
- Mood Changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
- Failed Attempts to Quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Relationship Problems: Gambling is causing conflict with loved ones
- Escape Mechanism: Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most reputable online gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a cap on the amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during play about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a predetermined period
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily ban yourself from accessing gaming platforms for a set period
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
We encourage you to use these tools as part of your responsible gaming strategy.
Support Organizations
If you're struggling with gambling, help is available. Below are reputable support services:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential support and counselling service
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7)
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free and confidential support for problem gamblers
www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — Evidence-based resources and support
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling — Helpline and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-522-4700 (24/7)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Federal Centre for Health Education
www.bzga.de
If You Need Help
Don't suffer in silence. If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out to one of the organisations listed above. Support is confidential, non-judgmental, and available 24/7.
Remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Recovery is possible, and professional support can make all the difference.