Responsible gambling
Crash games are fast, exciting and designed so the house wins in the long run. These habits and tools help keep them a bit of fun, not a problem.
18+ only. Gambling is illegal for anyone under 18. Betting sites must verify your age, so never let a minor use your account or phone to gamble.
Golden rules
- Only gamble with money you can afford to lose. Never use rent, food, school fees or borrowed money.
- Set a budget and a time limit before you play.
- Never chase losses.
- Don't gamble when you're stressed, upset, or have been drinking.
- Treat any win as a bonus, and withdraw it.
Quick self-check
Answer honestly. In the last 12 months, have you…
- bet more than you could really afford to lose?
- needed to bet larger amounts to get the same excitement?
- gone back another day to try to win back money you lost?
- borrowed money or sold something to get money to gamble?
- felt guilty about your gambling, or hidden it from people close to you?
If you answered "yes" to any of these, it's a good time to take a break and talk to someone.
Tools that help
- Deposit and loss limits in your betting account settings.
- Time-outs and self-exclusion: ask your operator to block your account for days, months or permanently.
- Auto bet stop limits inside games like Aviator.
- Blocking apps that stop gambling sites on your phone.
- Mobile money limits: keep only small amounts in the wallet you use for betting.
Where to get help
- Talk to someone you trust: family, a friend, a pastor or a community leader.
- Speak to your doctor or a local clinic, who can refer you to counselling services.
- Contact your betting operator's support team to set up self-exclusion.
- Gambling in Zimbabwe is regulated by the Lotteries and Gaming Board. Licensed operators must offer responsible gambling measures.
- Free international support: Gambling Therapy offers online help and chat for anyone, anywhere.