Responsible Gambling

Play for Fun, Stay in Control

The vast majority of people gamble without any trouble, treating it as one form of entertainment among many. The healthiest way to keep it that way is to decide in advance what you are willing to spend and to stick to it, win or lose. Money set aside for gambling should be money you can afford to lose, never funds needed for rent, bills or everyday living.

Boomerang Bet is for adults aged 18 and over. The platform is built to make responsible play easy, with practical limits and tools you can switch on at any time. This page walks through those tools, the warning signs worth watching for, and the independent organisations that offer free, confidential help.

Tools to Help You Stay on Track

Deposit limits

You can set a cap on how much you deposit per day, week or month. Once the limit is reached, no further deposits go through until the period resets. It is one of the simplest ways to keep spending predictable, and you can lower a limit at any time with the change taking effect immediately.

Time-outs and reality checks

Need a short break? A time-out locks your account for a set period, from a day up to several weeks, while leaving it open for you to return afterwards. Reality-check reminders can pop up during a session to show how long you have been playing, which makes it easier to step away at a sensible point.

Self-exclusion

If you want a longer break, self-exclusion closes access to your account for an extended period. During that time you cannot log in or place bets, and marketing is switched off. It is a firm, deliberate step for anyone who feels their play is slipping out of balance, and support can set it up for you if you prefer.

To activate any of these tools, open your account settings or contact the 24/7 live chat and the team will help you put them in place.

Warning Signs to Watch For

Problem gambling rarely announces itself; it creeps up. It is worth pausing to reflect if you notice any of the following patterns in your own play:

• Spending more time or money than you planned, and finding it hard to stop.
• Chasing losses with bigger bets to win back what has gone.
• Gambling to escape worry, low mood or boredom rather than for enjoyment.
• Borrowing money, selling things, or neglecting bills to keep playing.
• Hiding the extent of your gambling from family or friends.
• Feeling anxious, irritable or guilty about your play.

Recognising one or more of these is not a failure; it is useful information. The sooner you act, the easier it is to regain control, and the tools above plus the support below are there for exactly that reason.

Tips for Healthier Play

A few simple habits keep gambling in its place. Set a budget and a time limit before you start, and treat both as fixed. Never gamble with money meant for essentials, and never borrow to play. Take regular breaks, and balance gambling with other activities you enjoy. Do not try to win back losses, and avoid playing when you are upset, tired or under the influence. Above all, see any winnings as a bonus rather than an income you can rely on.

Where to Find Independent Help

If gambling has stopped being fun, free and confidential help is available. These independent organisations offer advice, counselling and support, and you do not need to be in crisis to reach out:

• Gambling Care Ireland — support and counselling for people in Ireland affected by gambling.
• Problem Gambling Ireland — information, advice and a directory of help.
• Gamblers Anonymous Ireland — peer support meetings across the country.
• GambleAware — free tools, advice and a confidential helpline.

You can also speak to your GP, who can point you toward local services. Reaching out is a sign of strength, and these services are there to help without judgement.

Protecting Minors

Gambling is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. Age verification is part of the sign-up process, and accounts that cannot be verified are closed. If children share your device, use password protection and consider family-filtering software so they cannot reach gambling content. Keep your login details private, and never let anyone under 18 use your account. Protecting young people is a shared responsibility, and the platform takes its part seriously.