Responsible Gambling in Ireland
Playing online should be enjoyable and safe. Responsible gambling means staying in control and knowing when to step back. The best Irish licensed casinos provide tools to help your activity stay within healthy limits. Always gamble within your means and treat it as entertainment, not a way to make money.
Financial Boundaries
- Only use money you can afford to lose.
- Set a clear monthly budget for gambling and stick to it.
- Use deposit limits offered by licensed sites (daily, weekly, monthly).
- Avoid chasing losses or placing big bets to recover losses.
Time Management
- Schedule short sessions; 1–2 hours is a reasonable limit for most players.
- Take regular breaks during play.
- Plan gambling-free days to reset balance.
- Don’t gamble when tired, stressed, or feeling emotional.
Available Safety Tools
- Self-exclusion: From 24 hours to permanent.
- Deposit limits: Set caps on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis.
- Time limits: Restrict total time spent on sites.
- Reality checks: Gentle reminders after a set period of play.
- Loss limits: Cap potential losses per session or period.
Getting Help in Ireland
- Problem Gambling Ireland - Helpline and resources for problem gambling.
- Gamblers Anonymous - Free peer support.
- Rutland Centre - Gambling treatment services.
- Gambling Care - Support for players in Ireland.
Further Resources
Casinos you use should include responsible gambling pages. For a consolidated overview, see our Responsible Gaming page for Irish players.
