Responsible Gaming
Gambling should stay fun and safe. On Pin-Up, you get control tools to set limits and manage your play. You can pause, self-exclude, and track your spending to protect your budget. Our policy supports adults 18+ in Nigeria to play responsibly. Find useful tips below.
Basic Principles of Responsible Gaming
Gambling always carries risk. Losses can happen at any time. You can control your betting to protect your money and wellbeing.
- On Pin-Up, set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limits before you start playing.
- Decide your time budget in advance. Turn on reality checks and session timers to stay in control.
- Never chase losses. Stop once your limit is reached.
- Keep gambling funds separate from rent, food, fees, and other essentials.
- See gambling as paid entertainment, not a way to earn.
- Avoid playing when upset, tired, or after alcohol.
- Review your account history to learn your patterns.
- Only adults 18+ may register. Use device or router parental controls to protect minors from gambling content.
How to Recognize Betting Addiction?
Betting problems can build up over time. Look out for these warning signs, as addiction is a serious condition that needs attention.
- Spending more time and money on gambling than planned
- Struggling to stick to limits or stop playing
- Chasing losses after setbacks
- Hiding gambling from family or friends
- Borrowing, selling items, or using credit to bet
- Feeling irritable, anxious, or low when not gambling
- Missing work, school, or family plans due to betting
- Using gambling to escape stress or problems
- Repeatedly breaking self-imposed rules
- Ignoring bills or essentials to fund play
How to Deal with Betting Addiction?
Support is available, and recovery is possible. Take practical steps now to regain control.
- Set strict deposit, loss, and wager limits in your account before you play.
- Turn on reality checks and session reminders to manage time.
- Use a cool-off period from 24 hours to 30 days when urges rise.
- Apply long-term self-exclusion to block access if needed on Pin-Up.
- Remove saved payment methods to slow down spending.
- Opt out of bonuses and marketing to reduce triggers.
- Track spend using your account history and a simple budget.
- Do not chase losses. Log out and take a timed break.
- Ask a trusted person to help oversee your money during recovery.
- Seek professional help and join a peer support group.
Resources for Getting Help
If gambling is affecting your life, help is available. These services offer support in Nigeria and online.
- National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC) – Player complaints and responsible gaming policy: https://nlrc-gov.ng
- Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) – Player protection information for Lagos residents: https://lslga.ng
- Gambling Therapy – Free global online support and mobile app: https://www.gamblingtherapy.org
- Gamblers Anonymous – Peer meetings and recovery resources: https://www.gamblersanonymous.org
- Mentally Aware Nigeria Initiative (MANI) – Mental health support and referrals: https://mentallyaware.org
- Befrienders Worldwide – Find local emotional support in Nigeria: https://www.befrienders.org/seek-help/
Customer Support
If you are worried about your gambling, you can contact our team for guidance. We will explain the tools and point you to further support.
- 24/7 live chat in the Help Centre after you log in
- Email via the Contact Us form in your account
- Request a responsible gaming review in account settings
- In-app message to Support from your profile
- Direct message on our verified social pages for general guidance
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