Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At The Scinder, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the movies or attending a sporting event. It should never be considered a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds in all casino games are designed to favour the house, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Enjoy the Star Casino app responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Gambling in Australia is strictly for individuals aged 18 years and over (or the legal gambling age in your state or territory, whichever is higher).
By using the Star Casino app or accessing our services through thescinder.com, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement for gambling in your jurisdiction. If you are under 18, you must not register or gamble.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following behaviours in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling: Concealing the amount of time or money you spend gambling
- Increasing stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Loss of control: Being unable to stop or reduce gambling despite wanting to
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or important personal obligations due to gambling
- Relationship strain: Gambling is causing conflict with family, friends, or partners
- Financial problems: Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
- Escapism: Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, or other emotional issues
Self-Help Tools & Player Protection Features
The Star Casino app provides several tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount of money you're prepared to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive regular pop-up reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from the app and all Star Entertainment venues if needed
- Account Restrictions: Pause or close your account if you feel you're losing control
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to prevent extended play
We encourage you to use these tools proactively as part of your responsible gaming strategy.
Support Organisations & Helplines
If you're struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free and confidential)
Provides counselling, support, and resources for problem gambling across Australia.
United Kingdom
- GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free and confidential support for problem gambling. - GamStop
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling.
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Resources and support for problem gambling in Canada.
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-522-4700 (helpline)
National helpline and referral service for problem gambling.
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Support and information on problem gambling prevention in Germany.
If You Need Help
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out—problem gambling is a recognised condition, and support is available.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 for confidential support 24/7.
Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to take action.
Last updated: 2026. This information is provided for harm minimisation purposes and complies with Australian responsible gambling standards.