Betting should be fun you can afford. This page shows the tools that keep it that way, the signs worth watching for, and where to find free, confidential help.
Game Exchange 567 wants members who enjoy the platform for years, not people who get into trouble on it. Gambling is entertainment, and like any entertainment it has a cost. Kept in proportion, that cost is the price of a good time; out of proportion, it stops being fun and starts causing harm. We build the tools to keep it in proportion, we make the warning signs easy to recognise, and we point clearly to independent help for anyone who needs it. Using these tools is a mark of a smart player, never a weak one.
Every safer-play control below lives inside your account settings and takes seconds to switch on. You set the numbers; we enforce them.
Cap how much you can add per day, week or month. Once set, the limit holds until you choose to relax it, and relaxing it takes effect only after a cooling delay.
Get a nudge after a set time so a quick session never quietly turns into a long one.
Lock yourself out for a short break โ a day, a week, a month โ when you want to step back.
Shut the account for a longer, fixed period. During it you cannot log in or deposit, no exceptions.
Review every stake, win and loss in one clear record so you always know where you stand.
Problem gambling rarely announces itself. It builds quietly, and the earliest signs are easy to explain away. Be honest with yourself if a few of these feel familiar:
If several ring true, it's worth pausing today. Set a deposit limit or a cool-off, talk to someone you trust, and reach out to one of the free services below. Acting early, while the signs are still small, is by far the easiest time to turn things around.
Ask yourself a few plain questions. Have you ever felt you should cut down on your betting? Do people annoy you by criticising it? Do you ever feel guilty about the way you play or how much? Do you ever bet first thing to steady your nerves or to win back losses? If you answer yes to any of these, treat it as a signal worth taking seriously, and consider speaking to one of the organisations listed here. None of this is about judgement โ it's about staying in control of something meant to be enjoyable.
You don't have to manage this alone, and reaching out is a sign of strength. The organisations below offer free, confidential support from people who understand gambling harm. They will not judge you, and you don't need to be in crisis to call.
| Service | How to reach them | What they offer |
|---|---|---|
| iCall (TISS) | +91 9152987821 ยท psychosocial helpline | Free counselling by trained mental-health professionals, including for behavioural addictions. |
| KIRAN Mental Health Helpline | 1800-599-0019 (toll-free, 24/7) | National helpline offering support and referrals in multiple languages. |
| Vandrevala Foundation | 1860-2662-345 / +91 9999 666 555 (24/7) | Free confidential emotional support and mental-health guidance. |
| Gamblers Anonymous India | Local groups and online meetings via gamblersanonymous.org | Peer support from others in recovery from gambling. |
| Service | How to reach them | What they offer |
|---|---|---|
| BeGambleAware | begambleaware.org ยท National Gambling Helpline 0808 8020 133 (UK) | Free advice, self-assessment tools and treatment referrals for anyone affected by gambling. |
| Gamblers Anonymous | gamblersanonymous.org | Worldwide fellowship and meeting finder for people who want to stop gambling. |
| GamCare | gamcare.org.uk | Information, support and a live chat service for players and their families. |
Helpline numbers can change over time. If one doesn't connect, search the organisation's official website for its current contact details, or ask our support team to point you in the right direction.
Our service is strictly for adults aged 18 and over, or the legal gambling age where you live if that is higher. We run age checks, and we ask you to keep your login details away from anyone underage. If you share a device with children, use a screen lock, keep passwords private, and consider parental-control or site-blocking software such as tools that filter gambling sites. Keeping the platform out of young hands is a responsibility we share with you.
If you're worried about someone else, you are not powerless. Approach them calmly and without blame, choose a quiet moment, and focus on what you've noticed rather than accusations. Encourage them to try the account tools and to contact one of the services above โ several of them support families as well as players. Looking after your own wellbeing matters too; the same organisations can advise people affected by someone else's gambling.
Set a limit, take a break, or reach out for a confidential chat. The tools are in your account and help is one message away.