Gambling is not a source of income. MAGLA states that people under 18 must not gamble and promotes limit-setting and self-exclusion.
Set safeguards before play
Decide a spending and time limit in advance. Do not borrow, use essential household money, or chase losses. Take a break if gambling begins to affect work, relationships, sleep or finances.
Self-exclusion and help
MAGLA’s site provides a self-exclusion option and lists toll-free line 4252 for responsible-gambling information and related queries. Confirm the latest hours and network availability with MAGLA.
Protect others
Keep accounts and payment tools inaccessible to minors. Do not share betting credentials or encourage anyone under 18 to participate.
If you need immediate support
Contact MAGLA through its official website or toll-free 4252. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, contact local emergency services or a trusted health professional.
A practical limit plan
Choose a maximum amount and time window before you begin, and treat that amount as a cost of entertainment. Do not use credit, loans, school fees, rent, food money or funds belonging to someone else. A loss limit only works if you stop when you reach it; do not reset it after a losing session.
Avoid betting when distressed, intoxicated or trying to solve an urgent financial problem. If you find yourself hiding activity, borrowing, chasing losses or neglecting responsibilities, take a break and seek help from a trusted person or professional.
Using self-exclusion and support
MAGLA provides a self-exclusion route and lists toll-free number 4252 for responsible-gambling and related assistance. Check the official regulator page for current hours, network access and the process to request exclusion. You can also ask the operator what account-level limits and exclusion controls are available.
Self-exclusion is a protective step, not a failure. Ask a trusted person to help block access to payment methods or gambling pages while the request is processed. If there is immediate risk of harm, contact local emergency services or a health professional.