Responsible Gambling
Our Commitment to Responsible Gambling
At Spingranny Casino, we are committed to providing a safe, fair, and enjoyable gaming environment for all our players. We recognise that gambling should be entertainment, and we take our responsibility to protect our customers seriously. We promote responsible gambling practices and provide tools and support to help players maintain control over their gaming activity.
We comply with all applicable gaming regulations in New Zealand and work continuously to prevent problem gambling and protect vulnerable individuals.
Recognizing Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. It's important to recognise the warning signs in yourself and others. If you notice any of the following behaviours, it may be time to seek help:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Lying to friends or family about gambling activity
- Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
- Attempting to stop or reduce gambling without success
- Borrowing money to fund gambling
- Experiencing relationship conflicts related to gambling
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
If you recognise any of these signs, please reach out for support. Help is available, and recovery is possible.
Self-Assessment Tools and Questions
Ask yourself these questions honestly to evaluate your gambling habits:
- Do you gamble to relax or escape problems?
- Have you ever lied about how much you gamble?
- Do you feel guilty about your gambling?
- Have you tried to cut back on gambling but found it difficult?
- Have others expressed concern about your gambling?
- Do you spend money on gambling that should be used for bills or essentials?
- Have you missed work, study, or social activities because of gambling?
- Do you gamble with money you cannot afford to lose?
If you answered yes to several of these questions, we encourage you to use our responsible gambling tools or contact a support service for confidential advice.
Setting Personal Limits
One of the most effective ways to gamble responsibly is to set clear personal limits before you start playing. Spingranny Casino provides several tools to help you stay in control:
Deposit Limits
Set a maximum amount of money you are willing to deposit into your account over a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly). Once this limit is reached, you will not be able to deposit further funds until the period resets.
Loss Limits
Set a maximum amount of money you are willing to lose over a given timeframe. If you reach this limit, your account will be temporarily restricted from further play.
Wager Limits
Control the maximum bet size on individual games. This helps prevent large losses from a single wager.
Time Limits
Set a maximum amount of time you wish to spend gambling in a session. Our system will notify you when your time limit is approaching and will lock you out of your account when the limit is reached.
These limits can be adjusted at any time through your account settings, though reductions typically take effect immediately while increases may be subject to a cooling-off period.
Self-Exclusion and Cooling-Off Periods
If you feel you need a break from gambling or want to take steps to prevent problem gambling, Spingranny Casino offers self-exclusion options.
Self-Exclusion
You can request to exclude yourself from your Spingranny Casino account for a specified period ranging from 24 hours to several years. During self-exclusion, you will not be able to access your account or use our services. Your account will be locked, and you will not receive promotional communications from us.
Cooling-Off Period
If you request to reduce your deposit limits or self-exclude, a cooling-off period of 24 hours applies. This gives you time to reconsider. After the cooling-off period, your request will be implemented.
To request self-exclusion or a cooling-off period, log into your account and navigate to your responsible gambling settings, or contact our support team at [email protected].
Reality Checks and Session Reminders
Spingranny Casino provides reality checks and session reminders to help you stay aware of the time and money you're spending:
- Periodic pop-up notifications during gameplay reminding you of the time elapsed and money wagered
- Customisable frequency of reminders based on your preferences
- Session summaries showing your gaming activity and balance after each session
- Mandatory breaks at regular intervals if you choose to enable them
These tools are designed to promote mindful gambling and help you make informed decisions about your play.
Protection of Minors
Spingranny Casino is strictly for players aged 18 and over. We take the protection of minors very seriously and have implemented several measures to prevent underage access:
- Age verification is required during account registration
- Identity and address verification are mandatory before funds can be withdrawn
- We employ advanced age-verification technology to detect fraudulent accounts
- Parents and guardians can request account restrictions or blocking of gaming websites through their internet service provider
If you are aware of a minor accessing gambling services, please report this to the Department of Internal Affairs at www.dia.govt.nz or contact us directly.
Helpful Resources and Helplines for New Zealand
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, professional support is available. The following organisations offer confidential assistance:
- Problem Gambling Foundation – Free and confidential support service. Call 0800 654 655 or visit www.pgf.nz
- Gamblers Anonymous – Support meetings and peer assistance. Visit www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz
- Samaritans – Crisis support available 24/7. Call 0800 726 666
- Department of Internal Affairs – Gaming regulator and responsible gambling information. Visit www.dia.govt.nz
- 1737 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline – Call 1737 or text HELP to 1737 for immediate support
How to Get Help
Taking the first step to seek help is a sign of strength. Here's how you can get support:
- Contact a helpline: Call one of the helpline numbers listed above. Calls are confidential and free.
- Speak with a counsellor: Professional counsellors specialising in problem gambling are available through the Problem Gambling Foundation.
- Join a support group: Meeting others with similar experiences can provide valuable support and understanding.
- Talk to someone you trust: Share your concerns with a friend, family member, or healthcare professional.
- Use our account restrictions: Activate self-exclusion or set limits through your Spingranny Casino account immediately.
Remember, problem gambling is treatable, and seeking help is the right choice.
Our Responsible Gambling Tools
Spingranny Casino provides a comprehensive suite of responsible gambling tools accessible through your account dashboard:
- Deposit Limits: Control how much you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a set period
- Wager Limits: Restrict the maximum bet size on individual games
- Time Limits: Limit the duration of your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic notifications about time and money spent
- Session Reminders: Customisable alerts during gameplay
- Account Pause: Take a break from gambling for a defined period
- Responsible Gambling Assessment: Evaluate your gambling habits with our self-assessment tool
All of these tools are designed to give you control over your gambling experience. We encourage all players to familiarise themselves with these options and to use them proactively.
Our Commitment Continues
At Spingranny Casino, responsible gambling is not just a policy—it's a core value. We continuously review and improve our practices to ensure we are doing everything we can to protect our players. If you have suggestions for how we can better support responsible gambling, please contact us at [email protected].
For more information about our policies, please review our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.