Responsible Gaming
Responsible Gambling at FanDuel
Safe and Balanced Gamble Habits
At FanDuel, we want to help you gamble safely and enjoyably. We encourage all our players to adopt a responsible attitude towards gambling.
- Set limits: Decide how much time and money you can afford to spend on gambling each week.
- Keep track of your spending: Monitor your transactions and make sure they align with your budget.
- Take regular breaks: Step away from the game for at least 24 hours if you start to feel overwhelmed.
Budget and Bankroll Management
Managing your finances effectively is key to maintaining a healthy gambling habit. Here's how:
- Set aside dedicated funds for entertainment, including gambling.
- Prioritize essential expenses: Make sure you're not neglecting important bills or commitments while trying to make ends meet with winnings.
- Keep an eye on your bankroll: Monitor your account balance and don't exceed it.
Deposit, Loss, Wager, and Session Limits
We provide various tools to help you manage your gaming experience. These include:
- Deposit limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit per day or week.
- Loss limits: Control how much money you lose in a single session or over time.
- Wager limits: Determine the highest wager you can place on any given game.
- Session reminders: Get alerts to take breaks and re-evaluate your gameplay.
Reality Checks and Time Reminders
To prevent excessive gaming, we offer features like:
- Reality checks: Receive regular messages reminding you of your total stakes or losses since the last reality check.
- Time-out periods: Temporarily lock your account for a specified period to allow you some time off from gambling.
Cooling-off Periods and Self-Exclusion Tools
If needed, take advantage of our cooling-off tools:
- Self-exclusion: Block yourself out of the site or mobile app.
- Account closure: We can suspend your account for a minimum period to prevent further access.
Account Verification and Age Restrictions
To ensure you're at least 18 years old, we verify each player's identity before allowing them to play:
- Age restrictions: Confirm that the person opening an account meets our age requirements.
- ID verification: Require government-issued documentation or other valid proofs of age.
Protection of Vulnerable Players
Our platform aims to help players with potential addiction issues. If you feel overwhelmed, reach out for support:
- Free counseling services are available through local organizations and hotlines (see below).
- Information about problem gambling: Learn more from reputable sources regarding warning signs, treatments, and recovery strategies.
Warning Signs of Problematic Gambling
Understand the risks by recognizing early warning indicators. If any apply to you, contact our customer support or seek professional help:
- Spending money beyond your means
- Hiding financial information from loved ones
Responsible Bonus Usage
Enjoy your bonuses in a responsible manner:
- Bonus restrictions: Keep track of any limitations on bonus usage.
- Promo notifications: Stay informed about current and upcoming promotions.