Responsible Gambling at High Stakes: Staying in Control at Bets.io
Large deposits and big bonuses at Bets.io can make losses grow fast, so firm limits of your own matter more at high stakes, and support can exclude you whenever you need a break.
Why high stakes need firm limits
At high stakes, a short losing run can cost a lot, and a transfer from your own crypto wallet is not stopped by technical cashier limits. For most people gambling is entertainment, but for some it has serious negative effects, and pathological gambling is a recognised illness.
Rules to set before you play
| Rule | In practice |
|---|---|
| Fixed budget | Only what you can afford from your own finances |
| No chasing | No raising stakes to recover losses |
| Time limit | A fixed session length; other interests stay in balance |
| Clear head | No gambling under stress, low mood, pressure, alcohol, drugs or medication |
| Breaks | Stop when tired or losing focus |
| One account | Keep all spending visible in one place |
Warning signs at high stakes
Moving savings into your gambling balance, topping up again within the same session, increasing stakes after a loss, borrowing, or keeping the size of your play secret are all reasons to stop and reconsider before the next deposit.
Self-exclusion
Write to [email protected] to request self-exclusion. During the exclusion you cannot open another account, and we recommend an indefinite exclusion if gambling has become a problem. The full rules are in the Responsible Gambling policy on bets.io.
Minors
Bets.io is for adults aged 18 and over, and proof of age can be requested at any time. Keep your login and wallets away from children, avoid saved passwords on shared devices and consider parental control software. Accounts of minors are suspended.
Independent help
- Gambling Therapy: gamblingtherapy.org
- Gamblers Anonymous: gamblersanonymous.org
Both are independent of Bets.io. You can also write to us via our contact page; data handling is described on our privacy page.
Responsible gambling FAQ
How do I self-exclude?
Email [email protected].
Can I open another account during exclusion?
No.
Where can I read more?
Our FAQ page and our terms page.