Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming

At Parimatch IN, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you choose to gamble, please do so responsibly and within your means.

Age Verification

In India, all users must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities on our platform. We take age verification seriously and maintain strict checks to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to create an account or place any bets.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Please be aware of these common warning signs. If any of these apply to you, seek help immediately:

• Chasing Losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
• Hiding Gambling Activity: Keeping your gambling secret from family or friends
• Spending More Than Intended: Regularly gambling with more money than you planned
• Neglecting Responsibilities: Gambling instead of attending work, school, or family obligations
• Borrowing Money to Gamble: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling
• Mood Changes: Becoming anxious, irritable, or depressed when unable to gamble
• Tolerance Building: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
• Failed Attempts to Stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
• Gambling as an Escape: Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or other problems

Self-Help Tools

Parimatch IN provides several tools to help you maintain control over your gambling:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a specific period (daily, weekly, monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose in a specific period
• Reality Checks: Receive notifications reminding you how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account to take a break from gambling
• Cooling-Off Period: Request a mandatory break from your account for a period of your choosing

To access these tools, visit your account settings or contact our customer support team for assistance.

Support Organizations in India and Internationally

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organizations:

India:

• Indian Council for Problem Gambling (ICPG): Support and counseling for problem gambling in India
• National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS): Offers addiction counseling services. Contact: +91-80-26995000

International Organizations:

• GamCare (UK): Free support for problem gamblers. www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (UK): National self-exclusion scheme. www.gamstop.co.uk
• Gambling Help Online (Australia): Free, confidential support. www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): Evidence-based resources. www.responsiblegambling.org
• National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): 24/7 helpline and resources. www.ncpgambling.org

All services listed above are confidential and free to use.

Take Action Today

If you believe you have a gambling problem or are concerned about your gambling habits, please seek help immediately. Speaking with a counselor or therapist is a confidential and supportive way to address these concerns. There is no shame in asking for help—it is a sign of strength.

Remember: Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible with proper support and intervention.