Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Best Online Casino Ireland, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming. Online casino gaming should only be viewed as a form of entertainment, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The house always has an edge, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means. If you're in Ireland, you must be at least 18 years of age to gamble legally.
Age Verification
By accessing any online casino through our website, you confirm that you are:
- At least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction)
- Not excluded from gambling by law or court order
- Not self-excluded from any gambling operators
We take age verification seriously. Licensed operators are required to verify your identity and age before you can play.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Spending more money or time gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to win back lost money
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount spent
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or hobbies due to gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, food, bills)
- Experiencing relationship problems due to gambling
Self-Help Tools & Features
Responsible gaming tools available at licensed online casinos include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can 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 notifications during play to remind you how long you've been gambling and how much you've wagered
- Session Limits: Automatically log out after a set period of play
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from an operator for a set period (typically 6 months to 5 years)
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account
- Cooling-Off Periods: Request a temporary break from gambling
We recommend using these tools proactively to maintain control over your gaming activity.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you're struggling with gambling, free confidential support is available:
Ireland & UK
- GamCare: Free, confidential support service for problem gamblers and their families
www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop (UK National Self-Exclusion Scheme): Register for multi-operator self-exclusion across licensed UK and Irish operators
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous Ireland: Support meetings and peer assistance
Contact local chapters throughout Ireland
International Resources
- Australia - Gambling Help Online:
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Canada - Responsible Gambling Council:
www.responsiblegambling.org - USA - National Council on Problem Gambling:
www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (free, confidential, 24/7)
Need Help?
If you have concerns about your gambling or suspect you may have a problem, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out — problem gambling is a recognized condition with effective treatments available.
Contact one of the organizations listed above to speak with a trained counselor who can provide support, whether you're in Ireland, the UK, or anywhere else.
Your health and wellbeing matter. Help is available 24/7.