Responsible Gaming: Play Smart and Stay in Control

Online betting on cricket should be a fun and exciting way to engage with the sport you love. It's about testing your knowledge and adding a little extra thrill to the match. At  Diamond Exchange 99, we are committed to ensuring that betting remains an enjoyable form of entertainment.

Responsible gaming is at the core of our philosophy. We want to provide a safe environment for our players, and that includes giving you the tools and information to stay in control of your play.

What is Responsible Gaming?

Responsible gaming means treating betting as a leisure activity, not a way to make money. It's about playing for fun, staying within your budget, and knowing when to take a break. It means you are in control of your gambling, not the other way around.

Tips for Playing Smart

Keeping your betting enjoyable is easy when you follow a few simple guidelines. Here are some tips to help you play responsibly:

• Bet Only What You Can Afford to Lose: This is the most important rule of all. Never bet with money you need for rent, bills, or other essential expenses.
• Set a Budget: Before you start playing, decide on a budget you are comfortable with and stick to it.
• Set Time Limits: Decide how much time you want to spend betting and take regular breaks. Don't let betting interfere with your daily responsibilities or social life.
• Never Chase Your Losses: If you lose a bet, accept it as part of the game. Trying to win back your losses by betting more is a common mistake that can lead to problems.
• Don't Bet When Upset or Stressed: Making decisions when you are emotional can lead to poor judgment. Only bet when you are in a clear and positive frame of mind.
• Balance Betting with Other Activities: Ensure that betting is just one of your hobbies, not your only one.

Recognizing the Signs of a Problem

For some people, gambling can become more than just a game. It's important to be aware of the warning signs of problem gambling. According to experts, some of these signs include:

• Spending more money and time on gambling than you can afford.
• Trying to hide your gambling activities from family and friends.
• Finding that gambling is negatively affecting your personal relationships or work.
• Borrowing money to gamble.
• Feeling unable to stop or control your gambling.

If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, it's important to seek help.

Tools to Help You Stay in Control

We provide tools to help you manage your play.

Self-Exclusion

If you feel you need to take a break from gambling, you can request a "self-exclusion." This allows you to block access to your account for a specific period of time, from a few months to permanently. This is a key feature of responsible platforms, and you can arrange it by simply contacting our customer support team.

Setting Limits

You can also ask our support team to help you set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limits on your account. This is an effective way to ensure you always stay within your budget.

Where to Find Help and Support

If you are worried about your gambling or the gambling of someone you care about, confidential help is available. These organizations offer free and professional support:

• Hope Trust India: A leading organization in India that provides professional help for all addictions, including gambling.
• GamCare: An international organization that operates the National Gambling Helpline and offers free information, advice, and support.
• Gamblers Anonymous: A fellowship of people who share their experience to help each other recover from a gambling problem.

Playing responsibly ensures that the game always stays fun. If you ever have concerns, please use these resources or contact our support team for assistance with our responsible gaming tools.