Responsible gaming

About this site

• PokerIsland is a poker information and education site. We do not provide any gambling or payment services.
• Whether each platform is available, and legal, depends on the laws of your country or region. Check and follow your local laws before you play.
• If you are under 18 (or the legal age where you live), do not take part in any form of poker for money.

Tips for healthy play

1. Set a budget in advance: only use an entertainment budget you can afford to lose. Never borrow money or use money meant for essentials.
2. Set a time limit: decide when you will stop and take regular breaks.
3. Don't chase losses: don't rush to win back what you lost. Stop when you reach your budget limit.
4. Stay clear-headed: don't play when you are tired, drinking or feeling low.
5. Keep a balance: poker is just one form of entertainment and should not affect your work, studies or family.

Warning signs to watch for

• Spending more and more time or money on poker, and finding it hard to stop.
• Borrowing money to play, or hiding how much you play.
• Feeling restless when you are not playing, or playing to escape problems.
• Poker affecting your work, studies, sleep or relationships.