Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Yolo247, we believe that online gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling should never be considered as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
We are committed to promoting a safe and responsible gaming environment for all our users in India and worldwide.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher, to use Yolo247 services.
We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time. Users who are underage will have their accounts closed immediately, and any funds will be forfeited.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Constantly thinking about gambling or past gaming sessions
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the extent of gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, anxiety, depression, or other negative emotions
- Jeopardizing relationships, education, or career opportunities due to gambling
- Asking others for money to fund gambling or pay off gambling debts
- Gambling with money meant for essential expenses (rent, food, utilities, medications)
If you experience any of these signs, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Yolo247 provides several tools to help you maintain control over your gaming activity:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a gaming session or time period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Session Timeouts: Set automatic session timeouts to take breaks from gaming
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your Yolo247 account
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gaming
To access these tools, log into your Yolo247 account and navigate to the Responsible Gaming or Account Settings section.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you are struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these organizations:
India
- All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) โ Industry body promoting responsible gaming practices
- National Mental Health Programme (NMHP) โ Government-backed mental health support (toll-free: 1800-599-0019)
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom) โ Free counselling and support for problem gambling
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) โ National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gambling Help Online (Australia) โ Support and counselling services
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) โ Evidence-based prevention and treatment
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States) โ 24/7 helpline and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help?
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support, and professional help is available.
Contact one of the organizations above, speak with a trusted friend or family member, or consult a mental health professional.
Remember: Gambling should only be for entertainment. If it's causing you distress or harm, it's time to get help.