Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Cohoots, we believe that online casino gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. It should only be done with money you can afford to lose, and should always be treated as a form of leisure activity, not as an investment or income source.
We're committed to promoting safe and responsible gaming practices for all our players in Australia.
Age Verification
All players must be 18 years of age or older to access and use online casino services in Australia. Cohoots strictly prohibits access to minors. By using our platform, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement for gambling in your jurisdiction.
We use industry-standard verification methods to ensure compliance with age restrictions.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in your own behaviour, you may be developing a problem with gambling:
- Chasing losses: Trying to recover money lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling activity: Being secretive about how much time or money you spend gambling
- Loss of control: Unable to stick to limits you've set or stopping when you want to
- Increasing stakes: Needing to bet more money to get the same level of excitement
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Financial strain: Borrowing money, using credit, or experiencing debt because of gambling
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape: Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, or other emotional difficulties
- Relationship problems: Gambling is causing conflict with family, friends, or partners
Self-Help Tools & Player Protections
Cohoots provides responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit over a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to control playing duration
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account, preventing access for a set period
These tools are available through your account settings. We encourage all players to use them proactively.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. The following organisations provide confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free confidential counselling and support for problem gambling in Australia
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (Free call available 24/7)
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free, confidential advice and support
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme for UK gambling sites
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — Information, resources, and referral services
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling — Confidential helpline and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Federal Centre for Health Education
Telephone Counselling Service for Gambling Addiction: 0800 1 372 374 (Free, confidential, 24/7)
If You Need Help
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above. They provide free, confidential assistance and can help you develop a plan to regain control.
Remember: it's never too late to ask for help. Professional counsellors are available and ready to support you.