Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Parimatch India, we believe that online gaming should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose. Remember that the house always has an edge, and outcomes are based on chance.
Age Verification
Online gaming on Parimatch India is strictly for individuals aged 18 years and above or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction in India, whichever is applicable. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and maintain strict age verification protocols. If you are below the legal age, please do not access our platform.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem. Please seek help:
- Chasing Losses: Attempting to win back lost money by gambling more
- Hiding Gambling: Concealing your gambling activities from family or friends
- Loss of Control: Inability to stop gambling or stick to set limits
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Financial Strain: Using money meant for essentials (rent, food, bills) for gambling
- Increasing Bets: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to feel the same excitement
- Withdrawal Symptoms: Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
- Relationship Problems: Arguments with loved ones about gambling habits
- Failed Attempts to Quit: Repeatedly trying but failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Using Gambling to Cope: Gambling to escape stress, depression, or anxiety
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Parimatch India provides tools to help you maintain control over your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications reminding you how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account for a period you choose
- Session Limits: Set time limits for your gaming sessions
- Account Pause: Take a break from your account for a specified period
To access these tools, log into your Parimatch India account and navigate to your responsible gaming settings, or contact our customer support team.
Professional Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out to one of these organizations:
India
- All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) – For general gaming industry guidance and awareness
- National Mental Health Programme (NMHP) – Government mental health support
- AASRA (Assistance Against Suicide & For Crisis Intervention): +91-22-2754-6669 (24/7 helpline)
International Support Services
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk – Free confidential advice and support
- GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk – National self-exclusion scheme
- Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au – Confidential counseling and support
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org – Resources and support services
- National Council on Problem Gambling (US): www.ncpgambling.org – 1-800-GAMBLER helpline
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (Germany): Telefonberatung zur Glücksspielsucht – 0800-137-27 00
All support services are confidential and free of charge.
Need Help?
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please seek professional help immediately. Reach out to one of the support organizations listed above. Recovery is possible, and support is available.
Your health and well-being are important to us. Please gamble responsibly.