Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Way to Make Money
At Fat Pirate Casino, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favour of the house, and you should only ever gamble with money you can afford to lose. If you find yourself viewing gambling as a source of income, please seek support immediately.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal age in your jurisdiction to gamble. Fat Pirate Casino is committed to preventing underage gambling. If you are under 18, please do not access our site. If you suspect someone underage is gambling, please contact us or report it to the relevant authorities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to win back money
- Hiding or lying about the time and money spent gambling
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, bills, food)
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Neglecting family, work, school, or hobbies due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Gambling more frequently or for longer periods than intended
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Others expressing concern about your gambling habits
If you recognise any of these signs, problem gambling support is available.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Fat Pirate Casino offers a range of tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on how much you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders during your gaming session
- Self-Exclusion: Take a break from gambling by temporarily or permanently closing your account
- Session Time Limits: Set maximum time limits for your gaming sessions
These tools are available in your account settings. Please use them to gamble responsibly.
Support & Help Organizations
If you are struggling with gambling, professional help is available. Please reach out to one of the following organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free and confidential support for problem gambling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators - Gamblers Anonymous – Support meetings and peer assistance
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
International Support
- Australia: Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Information and support on problem gambling
If You Need Help, Please Reach Out
Seeking help for problem gambling is a sign of strength, not weakness. There is no shame in asking for support. If you or someone you care about is struggling with gambling, please contact one of the organisations listed above today.
Remember: Help is available, and recovery is possible.
Contact Fat Pirate Casino
If you have questions about responsible gaming or need assistance with account controls, please contact our customer support team at [email protected] or visit our main website for further information.