Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Safe Gaming
At Fat Pirate Casino, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming. Gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to use Fat Pirate Casino. This is a legal requirement in the United Kingdom. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to gamble on our platform.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Jeopardising relationships or opportunities because of gambling
Self-Help Tools
Fat Pirate Casino provides the following responsible gaming tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on how much money you can deposit into your account
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you are willing to lose over a specific period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account if you feel you need a break from gambling
- Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to prevent extended gambling sessions
We encourage you to use these tools to manage your gaming responsibly. For more information on how to set these limits, please contact our customer support team.
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of the following organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: Free, confidential support for problem gambling in Great Britain
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (Free, 24/7) - GamStop: The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling in Great Britain
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Phone: 0800 197 8225 - National Problem Gambling Clinic: NHS-funded treatment service in London
Phone: 0203 314 8790
Other Regions
- Australia: Gambling Help Online - www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council - www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling - www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (Free, 24/7) - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) - www.bzga.de
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, or if gambling is affecting your life negatively, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out for support. The organisations listed above offer free, confidential assistance and can provide you with the tools and guidance you need to regain control.
Remember: gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it stops being enjoyable, it's time to take action.