Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Empowered Fem Fest, we believe that online gaming should be fun, exciting entertainment—not a way to make money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling to earn income or recover losses, it's time to seek support.

Please gamble responsibly and within your means. Set limits, stick to them, and remember that the house always has a mathematical edge.

Age Verification

Online gaming at Stake Casino is strictly for players aged 18 years or older (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction). We are committed to preventing underage gambling.

If you are under 18, please do not access our gaming platforms. Parents and guardians concerned about a young person's gaming should contact local support services.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognise any of these warning signs? If so, problem gambling may be affecting your life:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to try to win back money you've lost
• Gambling with money needed for essentials like rent, food, or bills
• Hiding your gambling from friends, family, or your partner
• Gambling for longer periods or with larger amounts than intended
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Borrowing money to gamble or pay off gambling debts
• Neglecting work, study, relationships, or hobbies because of gambling
• Lying about how much time or money you spend gambling
• Failed attempts to reduce or control your gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions

If you recognise these signs in yourself or someone you know, please reach out for help immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features

Stake Casino and responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a chosen time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Cap the amount of money you're willing to lose in a set timeframe
• Time Limits: Set reminders and automatic logouts after a certain period of play
• Reality Checks: Enable pop-up notifications that remind you how long you've been playing
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your gaming account
• Account Cooling-Off: Take a break from gambling for a set period without closing your account

Use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gaming habits.

Support Organisations & Helplines

If you or someone you know needs help, these organisations provide free, confidential support:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free counselling service for people concerned about gambling. Call 1800 858 858 or chat online.

United Kingdom

• GamCare – www.gamcare.org.uk
  Free emotional support, information, and self-help tools for problem gambling.
• GamStop – www.gamstop.co.uk
  National self-exclusion scheme allowing you to block access to all online gambling operators.

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
  Information, resources, and referrals for problem gambling support across Canada.

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537). Free, confidential support 24/7.

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Federal centre for health education offering gambling addiction support and resources.

No matter where you live, professional help is available and completely confidential.

If You're Struggling, Please Reach Out

Problem gambling is a real issue, but recovery is possible. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

If gambling is affecting your life, finances, relationships, or mental health—please contact one of the support organisations above today. They are staffed by trained professionals who understand what you're going through and can provide real help.

You can also speak to a trusted friend, family member, counsellor, or your GP (general practitioner) about your concerns.