Responsible Gambling

At Tipico, we believe that betting should always be an enjoyable and entertaining activity. Our core commitment is to provide a safe and responsible environment for all our customers. We understand that for some individuals, gambling can transition from a casual pastime to a serious problem. Our responsible gambling policy outlines the measures we have implemented to prevent problem gambling, protect vulnerable individuals, and ensure that our platform remains a source of entertainment. We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of player protection and continuously review our practices to align with regulatory requirements and best industry standards. Our team is trained to recognise and respond to potential signs of problem gambling, ensuring that support and resources are readily available.

Identifying problem gambling early is crucial. It is important to be aware of the signs, both in yourself and in others. Problem gambling is not always about losing money, it can also manifest as an obsession with gambling, neglecting responsibilities, or using gambling as an escape from problems. Some common indicators include:

• Spending more time or money on gambling than you intended.
• Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut down or stop gambling.
• Gambling to escape from problems or feelings of anxiety, guilt, or depression.
• Trying to win back lost money by gambling more.
• Lying to family members, therapists, or others to conceal the extent of involvement with gambling.
• Jeopardising or losing a significant relationship, job, or educational or career opportunity because of gambling.
• Relying on others to provide money to relieve a desperate financial situation caused by gambling.

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, we strongly encourage you to seek help.

Maintaining control over your gambling habits is essential for a positive experience. Here are some practical tips to help you keep gambling fun and prevent it from becoming a problem:

• Gamble for entertainment, not as a way to make money. View gambling as a form of leisure, similar to going to the cinema or a sporting event.
• Set a budget and stick to it. Decide how much you can afford to lose before you start and never exceed that amount.
• Never chase losses. Accept that losing is part of gambling and do not try to win back money you have lost by betting more.
• Balance gambling with other activities. Ensure gambling does not become your sole source of entertainment or escape.
• Avoid gambling when stressed, upset, or under the influence. Emotional states or intoxicants can impair your judgment.
• Take regular breaks. Step away from the screen or betting environment periodically.
• Do not borrow money to gamble. Only gamble with funds you can genuinely afford to lose.

Tipico provides various tools to assist you in managing your gambling activity effectively.

Tipico offers you the ability to set financial limits on your account, a key feature for responsible gambling. These limits empower you to control how much money you can deposit, lose, or wager over specific periods.

• Deposit Limits: You can set a maximum amount you can deposit into your Tipico account daily, weekly, or monthly. Once this limit is reached, you will not be able to deposit further funds until the period resets.
• Loss Limits: This feature allows you to define the maximum amount of money you are willing to lose over a daily, weekly, or monthly period. If your net losses (wagers minus winnings) exceed this limit, you will be prevented from placing further bets until the next period begins.
• Wager Limits: You can also set a maximum amount you can wager over a daily, weekly, or monthly period. This helps manage your total betting turnover.

These limits can be adjusted in your account settings. Any request to increase a limit will typically take effect after a cooling-off period, as mandated by our licensing authority, allowing you time to reconsider. Decreasing a limit usually takes effect immediately.

If you feel you need a short break from gambling, Tipico offers time-out and cool-off options. These temporary breaks can help you regain perspective and control. You can choose to take a time-out for periods ranging from 24 hours to several weeks. During a time-out, you will be unable to log in to your Tipico account and place any bets. Once the selected period expires, your account will automatically reactivate. This feature is designed to provide a structured pause, allowing you to reflect on your gambling habits without committing to a longer-term exclusion. We encourage you to use this tool if you feel your gambling is becoming too frequent or intense.

For individuals who feel they need a more significant break from gambling, Tipico provides self-exclusion options. Self-exclusion allows you to voluntarily close your account for an extended period, typically ranging from six months to five years, or even permanently. During a self-exclusion period, you will be unable to access your Tipico account, deposit funds, or place any bets. We will also take reasonable steps to prevent you from opening new accounts with us. Any funds remaining in your account at the time of self-exclusion will be returned to you, subject to our withdrawal policies. Please note that once a self-exclusion is set, it cannot be reversed until the chosen period has fully elapsed. This measure is a serious commitment to stopping gambling and should be considered carefully.

Tipico is strictly committed to preventing underage gambling. Our services are not intended for, nor do we knowingly collect information from, individuals under the legal gambling age in their jurisdiction. We employ robust age verification procedures during the registration process to ensure that only eligible individuals can open an account. This includes requesting identification documents such as a passport or driver's license. We also advise parents and guardians to monitor internet usage and utilise parental control software to restrict access to gambling sites. If we discover that an account has been opened by a minor, it will be immediately closed, and any winnings forfeited.

To help you stay aware of your gambling activity, Tipico offers "Reality Checks" and "Session Reminders." A Reality Check is a pop-up notification that appears at predefined intervals during your playing session, reminding you how long you have been gambling. This prompt gives you an opportunity to review your activity, take a break, or log out. You can typically set the frequency of these reminders, for example, every 30 minutes or every hour. This tool is designed to encourage conscious decision-making about your play duration and to prevent you from losing track of time while gambling. We believe that regular reminders contribute significantly to maintaining control and promoting responsible gambling behaviour.

Understanding your own gambling habits is the first step towards responsible play. Tipico encourages you to regularly take a self-assessment to evaluate your relationship with gambling. Many organisations provide confidential questionnaires that can help you identify if your gambling is becoming problematic. These assessments often ask questions about your gambling frequency, the amounts you spend, your emotional responses to wins and losses, and how gambling impacts your daily life and relationships. Being honest with yourself when completing such an assessment can provide valuable insights. If the results suggest potential issues, it is a strong indicator that you should consider utilising our responsible gambling tools, such as limits or self-exclusion, and seek further professional help. Your well-being is our priority.

If gambling stops being fun, free and confidential help is available. These organisations are independent of this site and of any operator:

International support (any country)

• Gambling Therapy (free global online support in 30+ languages)
• GamCare, National Gambling Helpline · Helpline: 0808 8020 133
• Gamblers Anonymous (international 12-step fellowship, find local meetings)