Responsible Gaming
Enjoy it, and stay in charge
Our credits have no value, but your time does, and games in a gambling style can take hold of some people. Below is what we’ve put in place and what tends to help.
What the site does for you
- A running clock. The footer of every page shows how long you’ve spent on the site in this tab.
- An hourly nudge. Once each full hour has passed, a message suggests you take a break.
- An age check. One question when you arrive, plus a date of birth if you open an account.
- Breaks on request. Ask us to pause or restrict your account.
- Easy deletion. Remove your account whenever you like from My account.
Habits that help
- Decide how long you’ll play before you begin, and keep to it.
- Get up once an hour to stretch, drink some water and rest your eyes.
- Stop if you feel annoyed, anxious or pushed to keep going.
- Don’t play to get away from stress, loneliness or low spirits, and put sleep, work and the people you love first.
- Keep in mind that credits aren’t money and that one round tells you nothing about the next.
Free play is not real-money gambling. If you do gamble for money elsewhere, only risk what you can comfortably lose, never try to win back losses, and never use money set aside for essentials.
Warning signs
- Playing for longer than planned, or finding it hard to stop thinking about it.
- Becoming restless or irritable when you try to cut down.
- Hiding how much you play from those close to you.
- Letting responsibilities slip, or feeling low after you’ve played.
Free, independent help
The organisations below are unconnected to Yogaforgeeks. Their support is confidential and costs nothing:
- BeGambleAware: advice and support.
- Gambling Therapy: free online support anywhere in the world.
- National Council on Problem Gambling (US): helpline and chat via their website.
- GamCare (UK): helpline 0808 8020 133.
If you are in immediate danger, please call your local emergency number.
Younger than 18?
This site is not meant for anyone under 18. Parents and carers can use the controls on their devices to block it. If you believe a child has been using the site, please let us know and we’ll act on it.