Welcome
Welcome to Gamble Control, Cyprus Gaming and Casino Supervision Commission’s Responsible Gambling Hub, where prevention of gambling harm is our priority. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to it, we're here to help you make informed choices. Casinos should only be approached as entertainment. Gambling can be very addictive and should only be conducted with extreme caution.
All gambling games operate on principles of probability and randomness, where outcomes are uncertain and independent of previous events. For example, imagine flipping a coin. Each flip is independent of the previous one, and the outcome—heads or tails—is unpredictable despite the odds being 50/50.
Estimate your
Discretionary
Income
Using tools and strategies for safer gambling can help you play responsibly while staying in control. Practical tools, such as the discretionary income calculator, can help you estimate the amount of income, after basic expenses, that you can responsibly spend on entertainment, including gambling.
What is problem
gambling
Recognizing the signs of gambling problems is crucial for maintaining a healthy relationship with gambling. Common indicators include:
- spending more time and money on gambling than intended,
- feeling a need to be secretive about gambling activities,
- borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble, and
- experiencing feelings of guilt or anxiety related to gambling.
Besides that, quizzes, like the one you can find on this webpage, can provide insights into whether you are gambling safely and maintaining control over your behaviour. It can help you reflect on your gambling and determine if you might benefit from additional support.
Identifying these signs early can lead to timely support to prevent further harm.
Are you in
control of your
gambling?
Take control
Whenever you decide to participate in gambling, it's important to keep in mind that the outcome is always uncertain and losing is a possibility. Therefore, view gambling as a form of entertainment, similar to attending a concert or watching a movie, rather than a means to earn money.
Responsible gambling means participating in gambling activities in a way that ensures they remain fun and within personal limits. It involves making informed decisions based on understanding the risks, setting time and money limits, and recognizing when to take a break. By adhering to these principles, you can enjoy gambling while minimizing the potential for harm.