Responsible Gaming

At Rock Paper Scissors Casino, we believe that gambling should always be a form of entertainment, not a way to generate income or escape personal problems. We are dedicated to providing our British players with a safe, secure, and transparent gaming environment that complies with the highest standards set by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC).Responsible Gaming is not just a policy for us; it is the cornerstone of our operations. We recognise that for a small percentage of individuals, gambling can cease to be fun and become a source of financial or emotional distress. This page is designed to equip you with the tools, knowledge, and resources required to maintain a balanced relationship with gaming.

2. Recognising the Signs: Self-Assessment

Self-awareness is the first step in maintaining control. It is often difficult to objectively evaluate one’s own habits. We encourage all our members to periodically ask themselves the following questions, based on the clinical criteria for problem gambling:

• Do you stay away from work or university to gamble?
• Do you gamble to escape from a boring or unhappy life?
• When gambling and you run out of money, do you feel lost and in despair and need to gamble again as soon as possible?
• Do you gamble until your last penny is gone, even the fare home or the cost of a cup of tea?
• Have you ever lied to cover up the amount of money or time you have spent gambling?
• Have others ever criticised your gambling?

If you answered “Yes” to more than two of these questions, you may be experiencing the early signs of gambling-related harm. We strongly advise you to utilise our protective tools or contact one of the professional organisations listed below.

2.1 Authoritative Support Resources in the UK

3. The Regulatory Landscape in Great Britain

The United Kingdom has one of the most robust regulatory frameworks for online gambling in the world. As a licensed operator, Rock Paper Scissors Casino adheres to the Licensing Conditions and Codes of Practice (LCCP). These rules are designed to ensure that gambling is conducted in a fair and open way, that children and other vulnerable persons are protected, and that gambling does not lead to crime or disorder.

4. Taking Charge: Our Player Control Tools

We provide a suite of customisable tools designed to help you stay within your limits. These can be accessed at any time through your account settings or by contacting our dedicated Responsible Gaming team.

4.1 Deposit Limits

Setting a deposit limit is one of the most effective ways to manage your spend. You can set a limit on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis.
Important: Any request to decrease a limit will be implemented immediately. However, any request to increase a limit is subject to a 24-hour “cooling-off” period, after which you must return to the site to confirm the change.

4.2 Reality Checks

In the excitement of the game, it is easy to lose track of time. Our Reality Check tool provides a notification at intervals you specify (e.g., every 30, 60, or 90 minutes). This pop-up will display how long you have been playing and your total wins/losses during that session, giving you the option to exit or continue.

4.3 Time-Out (Cool-Off)

If you feel you need a short break, you can use our Time-Out feature. This allows you to block yourself from the casino for a period ranging from 24 hours up to 6 weeks. Once the period is over, your account will be automatically reinstated.

4.4 Summary of Available Safety Tools

5. Interactive: The Balanced Gaming Ratio

Responsible gaming is about finding the right balance between “Entertainment Time” and “Disposable Income.” Use the interactive graph below to see how increasing session time without breaks can negatively impact your “Control Index.”

6. Self-Exclusion: The Ultimate Safety Net

Self-exclusion is a formal process where you ask us to prevent you from gambling with Rock Paper Scissors Casino for a specified period. This is a significant step and is intended for individuals who feel their gambling has become a serious problem. Unlike a “Time-Out,” self-exclusion is a legally binding commitment that cannot be undone until the expiration of the chosen term.

6.1 How the Process Works

When you enter into a self-exclusion agreement, we will take all reasonable steps to block your access to our platform. This includes:

• Disabling your login credentials across all devices.
• Removing your name and contact details from all marketing and promotional databases.
• Implementing automated filters to prevent the creation of duplicate accounts.

In the UK, the minimum period for self-exclusion is six months, but you can opt for up to five years. We strongly recommend that during this period, you also seek professional guidance and install gambling-specific blocking software on your devices.

6.2 GAMSTOP: The National Multi-Operator Scheme

If you are considering self-exclusion from our site, we highly encourage you to register with GAMSTOP. This is a free, independent service that allows you to self-exclude from every online gambling company licensed in Great Britain with a single application. This provides a much more comprehensive level of protection than excluding from sites individually.

7. Interactive Insights: The “Control Index” vs. Playtime

Data from the UK Gambling Commission and clinical studies suggest that the longer a gambling session lasts, the more “decision fatigue” sets in. This fatigue impairs the prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain responsible for impulse control. Use the interactive tool below to visualize how session length impacts your ability to play responsibly.

8. Protection of Minors and Vulnerable Persons

Under the Gambling Act 2005, it is a criminal offence for anyone under the age of 18 to participate in gambling activities. Rock Paper Scissors Casino takes this obligation very seriously. We employ sophisticated verification software to cross-reference our players with national databases to ensure every user is of legal age.

8.1 Parental Controls and Software

We advise our players who have children at home to install parental control software. These tools are designed to filter out gambling content and prevent underage access to sites like ours. We recommend the following British and international resources:

9. The “Golden Rules” of Responsible Gambling

To keep the experience at Rock Paper Scissors Casino positive and sustainable, we advocate for these core principles. Integrating these into your routine can drastically reduce the risk of developing a gambling disorder.

• Budgeting: Only gamble with money you have specifically set aside for entertainment. This money should be what is left *after* all essential bills (rent, food, insurance) have been paid.
• No Chasing: Chasing losses is the most common pitfall. Accept a losing session as the “cost of entertainment” rather than trying to “win back” the funds.
• Emotional State: Never gamble when you are feeling depressed, lonely, or highly stressed. Gambling is not a coping mechanism.
• Time Limits: Use a physical timer or our internal Reality Check tool. When the time is up, walk away from the screen.

10. Professional Support and Dispute Resolution

If you feel you need to talk to someone, there are numerous free and confidential services in the UK. These organizations provide expert counseling and practical advice for managing debt and behavioral issues related to gambling.

10.1 Key Contacts

The National Gambling Helpline is available 24/7 at 0808 8020 133. Additionally, GamCare offers a range of online chat services and peer support forums.

10.2 Player Rights (ADR)

In the event of a dispute specifically regarding how we have handled your responsible gaming requests (e.g., self-exclusion failures), you have the right to contact an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) provider. For our UK operations, we utilize the Independent Betting Adjudication Service (IBAS). Their role is to act as an impartial referee in disputes between operators and their customers.

Last Updated: April 2026 | Rock Paper Scissors Casino Compliance & Safety Team