Responsible Gambling
Last updated: May 9, 2026
Gambling should be entertainment, not a way to make money. If you feel you may have a problem, please seek help. In the Philippines, you can reach out to the organizations below for free, confidential support.
Signs You May Need a Break
- Spending more money or time than you planned
- Chasing losses — trying to win back what you lost
- Neglecting work, family, or personal responsibilities
- Borrowing money to gamble
- Lying to friends or family about how much you gamble
- Feeling anxious or depressed when you cant gamble
If one or more apply, consider taking a break or setting deposit limits.
Practical Tools
- Set a deposit limit — most platforms, including SPINEX, allow daily, weekly, or monthly caps. Use them.
- Set a time limit — use a phone alarm to track how long you have been playing.
- Take regular breaks — step away every 30-60 minutes to reset your perspective.
- Never gamble with money you need — rent, bills, or savings should never be used for gambling.
- Keep a gambling budget — treat any winnings as a bonus, not income.
Philippines Support Resources
Ludopathy Center Philippines
Non-profit counseling and support for problem gamblers and families.
FacebookGamblers Anonymous Philippines
Peer-support group meetings. Free and confidential.
gamblersanonymous.orgSelf-Exclusion
- Use the self-exclusion feature in your SPINEX account settings
- Contact SPINEX customer support and request account suspension
- Register with PAGCOR self-exclusion list for licensed operators