Responsible Gaming and Self-Exclusion at Seven7 Casino

Why do we even talk about “responsible gaming”? Because, yes, gambling can be fun, and it gives excitement, a bit of tension, sometimes even joy in small wins. But it should always stay within its own category: a pastime, like watching a movie or playing football with friends. At Seven7 Casino we want players to see it that way.

The danger starts when gambling turns into something else. If a person begins to treat it as income, or a way to cover expenses, the whole point changes. Pressure mounts, losses hurt more, and the fun disappears. That is when problems begin.

But one of the strictest rules of ours is about age. Nobody under 18 (or higher, if required in your country of residence) can play here. By opening an account, every player confirms he meets that legal age. And yes, proof can be requested at any point. Until it is provided, your account stays frozen.

If a minor manages to play, winnings are cancelled and the case may even be reported to the authorities. The same applies if someone underage uses another person’s identity.

Families with children are asked to take extra steps. Installing filtering tools (like NetNanny) or gambling blockers (such as BetBlocker) is essential. Players are also advised not to save passwords on shared devices and to keep financial documents out of any reach. These may sound like small actions, but they close the most obvious doors for underage access.

How do you keep your gambling safe? There isn’t one magic rule, but there are a few habits that really help.

• First, never gamble with borrowed money. Debts bring stress, and stress leads to risky decisions;
• Second, remind yourself that gambling is leisure. It is not a salary, not an investment, and not a solution to financial worries;
• Another good principle bet only what you can afford to lose. If losing that money would mean you’ll have to stop paying bills or change your daily life, then the bet is already too big. Decide on a budget for losses before you start, and stick to it, and that way you won’t have to argue with yourself while you’re playing;
• Time matters too. Keep track of how many hours you spend, not just the money. Avoid gambling when you are tired, stressed, or under the influence (those are the moments when bad decisions tend to accumulate).

And one more thing: don’t chase losses. Many players think “one more round and I’ll win it back.” Most of the time it only makes the hole deeper.

How do you know if gambling is becoming a problem? A few questions for you to answer can help:

• Have you skipped work or studies to gamble?
• Have you neglected family duties?
• Have you borrowed money or sold property to fund gambling?
• Have you lied about money or time spent for gambling?
• Do you feel a strong need to win back losses quickly?

Even a single “yes” from you is a red flag. At that point, any player should seek advice or support. Organizations like GamCare or Gamblers Anonymous provide working tools and counseling.

Useful resources are:

• GamCare self-assessment tool;
• Gamblers Anonymous questionnaire.

Seven7 Casino offers several features that help players stay in control:

• Self-exclusion. A complete block from gambling activities.
• Cool-down period. A short break (1 to 48 hours) where betting and deposits are frozen, though withdrawals are still allowed.
• Deposit limits. Set for periods ranging for 24 hours to one week. Limits can be lowered but not raised, during that period;
• Betting limits. Control the maximum bet amount over a given period;
• Loss limits. Set the total amount you are prepared to lose here;
• Session time limits. Restrict how long each play session lasts;
• Gambling history. A record of deposits, withdrawals, and bets are really useful for seeing the big picture.

These tools are easy to activate and provide the players with more control over their habits.

Sometimes the best option is to stop gambling completely. Self-exclusion is designed for those moments when that‘s no longer fun but like a true obsession.

To activate it, players must contact support at [email protected]. Requests by chat are not processed, and staff will redirect players to email. Once confirmed, the account is blocked and all promotional emails stop immediately.

Two main types of exclusion exist:

• Temporary exclusion. The player chooses the period (minimum 1 day). Once the period ends, reactivation can be requested, but not before anyhow;
• Indefinite exclusion. No time limit is set. A request for reactivation can be made later, but the company has the right to refuse.

Players may also use the Curaçao eGaming exclusion form, which sets a minimum break period of six months.

Before exclusion begins, players should settle open bets and withdraw balances. While excluded, no new accounts can be opened, and existing accounts stay fully locked.

We recommend applying the exclusion to all gambling platforms, not only Seven7 Casino. This prevents interruptions where temptation might creep back in.

Finally, self-exclusion is not just a technical block. It is also a chance to seek help. Talking to professionals through Gambling Therapy or Gamblers Anonymous can make recovery more effective.