Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At wiseaction.pt, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should be viewed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble within your means and set limits that you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
Online gambling is only for individuals aged 18 years or older, or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction. If you are under the legal age, you are prohibited from accessing gambling services. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Be aware of these warning signs that may indicate a gambling problem:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities from family or friends
- Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Using gambling as an escape from stress or emotional problems
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable gaming platforms, including 1win, offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you can lose during a session or time period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic timeouts to stop playing after a certain duration
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your gaming account
We encourage you to use these tools to support your responsible gaming habits.
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organizations provide free, confidential support:
- National Center for Responsible Gaming (Brazil): Support and resources for problem gambling in Portuguese-speaking regions
- CVV (Conselho Voluntário para Valorização da Vida): Telephone: 188 | Website: www.cvv.org.br | Available 24/7 for crisis support
- GamCare (United Kingdom): www.gamcare.org.uk | Free counseling and support services
- GamStop (United Kingdom): www.gamstop.co.uk | National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
- Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au | Confidential support and counseling
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org | Information and referral services
- National Council on Problem Gambling (United States): www.ncpgambling.org | 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) | Free helpline
Call to Action
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support. Professional counselors and support groups are available to help you regain control of your gambling habits and improve your overall well-being.
Remember: Gambling should only be a form of entertainment. If it is causing you financial, emotional, or personal harm, please reach out to one of the organizations listed above or contact your local health authority.