Online casino play should be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or escape everyday problems. Gambling involves financial risk and can lead to addiction. If you feel that your gambling is no longer under control, this page contains information that may help.
How to recognise a gambling problem
A gambling problem rarely appears suddenly. It usually develops gradually. The following warning signs should be taken seriously:
- You gamble with money intended for bills, food or other essential expenses
- You borrow money or sell belongings so you can gamble
- After losing, you continue playing to try to recover losses
- You hide your gambling activity from family or friends
- Thoughts about gambling take up a large part of your day
- You have tried to limit or stop gambling and were unable to do so
- Gambling causes you to neglect work, family or health
If you recognise more than one of these signs, consider contacting one of the support organisations listed below.
Where to seek help
- GamCare: gamcare.org.uk — information and support for people affected by gambling harm
- National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133
- GambleAware: gambleaware.org
- Gamblers Anonymous: local support meetings for people with gambling problems
Tools available at the casino
Responsible online casinos provide tools that help players control gambling activity. At Malina Casino and similar platforms, these may include:
- Deposit limits: setting the maximum amount you can deposit daily, weekly or monthly
- Session limits: limiting the time spent gambling during a given period
- Loss limits: automatic stopping after reaching a defined loss amount
- Cooling-off period: temporary account suspension for several days or weeks
- Self-exclusion: long-term or permanent account blocking
Details about available tools can be found in account settings or by contacting Malina Casino customer support.
Underage gambling is prohibited
Online casino play is allowed only for people who are at least 18 years old. If you have children or teenagers at home, consider using parental control software that blocks access to gambling websites. Registering an account by an underage person violates the rules of every lawfully operating casino.
Basic rules for safer play
- Set a budget before you start playing and stick to it regardless of the result
- Treat gambling as an entertainment cost, not a source of income
- Do not gamble under the influence of alcohol, stress or strong emotions
- Take regular breaks during longer sessions
- Do not try to chase losses, as this is one of the most common mechanisms leading to problems