Gamble Responsibly at Pikakasino
Here at Pikakasino, we offer a safe environment to participate in online games of chance. Gambling should be a form of entertainment, however there are risks associated with gambling such as losing control, or spending too much time or money.
Responsible gambling is our priority at Pika. Together we can keep gambling fun by making you aware of our Addiction Prevention Policy and the possibilities of obtaining help.
Tips for Playing Responsibly
Signs of Problem Gambling
Limits & Tools
Understanding Gambling
Need help?
My loved one has a gambling problem
Protecting Minors
Self test
Contact us
Tips for Gambling Responsibly
- Make sure to set limits that are in line with your budget.
- Make a budget before you play, stay aware, and don't let yourself get carried away.
- Keep track of your deposits and only play with money you can afford to lose.
- Gambling should only ever be a form of entertainment.
- Don’t use gambling as a form of escape, make sure to only play when you have a clear mind.
- Don’t try to win back your losses, you might keep losing. When you’ve reached your budget, stop playing.
- Do not gamble under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol. Your judgement will be impaired and you may lose control.
- Take a break to keep a clear mind and to gain perspective.
- Gambling shouldn’t feel like a secret. If it starts to, ask yourself if it’s time to take a break.
- If you feel like you are losing control, take our Self-Assessment test below, or reach out to a support organisation.
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Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you still have control over gambling?
Can you stop whenever you want?
Are you honest about the time and money you spend gambling?
Gambling becomes a problem when it starts causing damage to a person, their family or their friends. This is normally defined by someone spending more money and/or time than they can afford. Anyone who gambles can be at-risk of developing a gambling problem.
Signs may include:
- Spending more time and/or money than intended.
- Feeling guilt, shame or remorse after gambling.
- Spending time gambling that used to be spent on other hobbies.
- Arguing with family and/or friends because of gambling.
- Gambling to win back money you have lost or waiting for a big win to fix financial problems.
- Finding it difficult to control or stop gambling, or getting irritated when trying.
- Feeling a sense of emptiness or loss when you are not gambling.
- Gambling with money that is borrowed or selling belongings in order to be able to gamble.
- Borrowing money from friends, family, or using loans to gamble.
Limits & Tools
Gambling is not without risk. For that reason it is important to understand our shared responsibility. A lot of our players use tools to manage their gambling responsibly. Read more below to see which limits or other tools suit your gambling style best.
Deposit Limit
Set the maximum amount of money you want to add to your account per day, week and/or month. We recommend that you don’t set an amount higher than what you could potentially afford to lose.
Time limit
Here you can specify how much time you would like to spend on gambling per day, week and/or month. Set this limit in line with how much time you would like to spend at a maximum on gambling in your spare time.
Wager limit
Set the maximum total amount you would like to place in bets per day, week and/or month. Different to a loss limit, your wagering limit does not take into account winnings, only the total accumulated amount of the bets you place.
Loss Limit
You can also enter a loss limit by day, week and/or month. This ensures that you can only lose a certain amount of your own deposited money.
Reality Check
Do you ever lose track of time while gambling? Set a time reminder for yourself here and have more control over how long you play. You will now get a notification every time you reach the set play time. And it will give you the option to continue playing or stop playing.
Time-Out
A time-out period is a temporary suspension of your account that allows you to take a short break from our site for reasons other than responsible gambling. If you are struggling to stay in control of your gambling, please use the self-exclusion feature to ensure you get the full intended break. During a time-out, you won’t be able to access your account or place any bets.
Self Exclusion
Self-exclusion is a powerful tool for individuals who wish to take a break from gambling. This option allows you to voluntarily exclude yourself from accessing our casino services for a specified period. By activating self-exclusion, you are taking a proactive step in maintaining control over your gambling activities and ensuring that you have the time needed to focus on other aspects of your life.
Account History
Accessing your account history provides you with a detailed record of all your gambling activities, including deposits, withdrawals, and bets placed. This transparency allows you to monitor your spending and gain a clear understanding of your gambling habits. Regularly reviewing your account history can help you make informed decisions and recognize patterns that may indicate a need for change.
Understanding Gambling
Return to player explanation:
Return to Player (RTP) is a crucial concept in gambling, expressing the theoretical percentage of all wagered money a game will pay back to players over its lifespan. Imagine a slot machine with a 96% RTP. This means that for every €100 wagered collectively by all players, the machine is expected to return €96 in winnings. It's important to remember that this is a long-term average. In the short term, individual results can vary significantly, and a player might win or lose more than the RTP suggests. Essentially, RTP provides a general indication of how much a player can expect to win back from a particular game over an extended period.
High Volatility explanation:
In gambling, high volatility refers to games with less frequent payouts, but when they hit, the winnings are typically much larger. Think of it like a high-risk, high-reward scenario. These games can be exciting, but also frustrating, as you might experience long dry spells between wins. High volatility slots often feature intricate bonus rounds and multipliers that can lead to massive payouts, attracting players who are comfortable with risk and seeking those big wins. However, it's important to be prepared for potentially longer losing streaks compared to lower volatility games.
RNG explanation:
RNG stands for Random Number Generator. It's a computer program that produces a sequence of numbers or symbols that lack any pattern, ensuring unpredictability. In gambling, RNGs determine the outcomes of games like slots, roulette, and card games. This ensures fair play and prevents manipulation, as each result is entirely random and independent of previous ones. Reputable online casinos use certified RNGs, regularly tested by independent agencies to guarantee fairness and transparency. So, when you spin a slot or draw a card online, it's the RNG that decides the outcome, making each play a unique and unbiased event.
Need Help?
Do you need professional advice, help for yourself or someone close to you? Contact one of the organisations listed below. You are not alone and help is always available if you need it.
We want to make sure that gambling is safe and enjoyable for all our players.
There are different ways to get professional help in Finland for everything related to gambling and we recommend you visit peluuri.fi and pelirajaton.fi. You can also reach out to a local GP or healthcare provider for guidance.
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Help! My loved one has a gambling problem
Gambling addiction often blinds people to what it can do to loved ones. For example, it can touch and affect a loved one’s life. It is not easy for a friend, family member, partner, etc. to be dragged into any financial problems, lies or relationship- and trust issues. But how do you actually recognise the signs of a gambling addiction? How do you start the conversation? And where to turn to as a loved one?
How to recognise a potential gambling problem in others:
- They increase the amount of time/money they spend on gambling.
- Their behaviour around gambling becomes more secretive, they might start to lie about their gambling.
- They spend less time on other hobbies so that they can gamble.
- They might start borrowing money in order to gamble, or to pay off gambling debts.
- Their gambling might start to negatively impact their relationships and/or career.
- They may become distant, and distracted.
- They may experience mood swings.
- Their sleep could be negatively impacted.
Protecting Minors
Pikakasino takes the utmost precaution to ensure that minors are not able to create an account and access our site. We ask for your cooperation to ensure that minors are not able to access our product through the account of family members by following these tips:
- Make sure to log out when you finish a session.
- Do not use auto-fill to login on devices which minors may use.
- Keep your usernames and passwords secret.
- Be aware of the sites your child may be accessing online.
- Be aware of tools such as NetNanny to prevent minors from accessing gambling websites.
- Check your devices for available built-in-parental controls.
Self Test
You can check, even before you register, how responsible your gambling behaviour is by following the link below and completing a Self-test. We recommend you complete this frequently while gambling to ensure you are staying in control, and can ask for help where necessary - https://www.peluuri.fi/form/testaa-pelaatko-liikaa
Together, we’ll make sure gambling is safe and entertaining. Do you have further questions about limits, playing behaviour or help settings? Contact our customer service team here
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