Responsible Social Casino Play

Social casinos utilize virtual credits for entertainment purposes.

You can play for free, and some platforms offer optional purchases for extra coins or features.

There is no real-money cash-out, but time and spending can still creep up if sessions run long.

Why It’s Easy To Go Overboard

Games are built to be engaging and easy to open on any device.

Daily streaks, push alerts, and rapid-fire spins encourage more time than planned.

Add optional purchases, and the session that started “for a minute” can stretch beyond your comfort zone.

Set Time Rules That Actually Stick

Set your play limits before launching a game.

On iPhone or iPad, use Screen Time → App Limits and Downtime to set daily time limits and schedule quiet hours.

On Android, Digital Wellbeing → App timers and Bedtime mode help you stick to a plan without constant willpower.

Control Purchases In Two Steps

Require authentication for every in-app purchase on your device.

If you prefer a firmer block, consider disabling purchases entirely or setting a small monthly cap and tracking store receipts.

This keeps optional spend aligned with your plan rather than impulse taps.

Tame Notifications And Streaks

Push alerts can pull you back into the app at busy moments.

Silence notifications during work and sleep, and pick one time of day to check events and bonuses. Treat streaks as a fun extra, not a reason to extend a session after your timer expires.

Structure Sessions For Fun, Not Length

Short, focused sessions reduce drift.

Use a simple start/stop routine: claim a bonus, set a timer, pick one or two games, and end the session when the timer rings. If you want to play more, take a break first and start a fresh timer.

Early Warning Signs To Watch

Watch for preoccupation with play, needing longer sessions to feel the same excitement, or failed attempts to cut back.

Irritability when stopping and using games to escape stress also signals it’s time to reset. A quick weekly self-check keeps you honest.

If Play Starts To Spill Over

Give yourself a cool-off period.

Uninstall the app for a week, disable notifications, and lock purchases with device settings to enforce the break.

If you need support, contact the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700 (call), text 800GAM, or start a live chat.

Family and Shared-Device Safety

Protect accounts on shared devices.

Use a passcode or biometrics, and require purchase approval for each transaction. Limit new installations to an admin account to prevent surprise charges.