🇳🇱 PLAY RESPONSIBLY

Sports betting can be an exciting hobby, especially when luck is on your side. However, it's essential to remember that losing is a part of the game, and gambling can lead to serious problems if you don't stay in control.

To have a safe and positive betting experience, it's essential to be mindful of the risks associated with gambling, set realistic expectations, and play responsibly at all times. 

This way, you can have fun while keeping yourself safe from any potential harm that may arise.

There are several measures in place to protect players and promote responsible gaming. By following these tips, you’ll be less likely to become addicted to gambling.

1. Do not gamble if you belong to a vulnerable group.
   This includes people under the age of 18, anyone who has requested a time-out or self-exclusion from a betting provider, players who exhibit problematic gambling behaviour, and anyone registered in the Central Register of Exclusions (CRUKS).
   
   Additionally, young adults (between 18 and 24 years old) and people with a history of gambling addiction are recognised as having a higher risk of developing an addiction. 
   
   
2. Use a budget calculator.
   Avoid betting as soon as you get your salary and instead decide in advance how much you can afford to spend.
   
   Legal Dutch bookmakers offer a budget calculator that can calculate a responsible amount for you to bet on sports based on your income and other expenses, helping you avoid overspending and ensuring that your gambling remains fun and sustainable.
   
   
3. Set limits and stick to them.
   All legal Dutch bookmakers allow you to set playing limits, including deposit limit, session limit, balance limit, and loss limit, before you start playing.
   
   
4. Always read the fine print before you play.
   Dutch bookies offer various welcome bonuses to entice you to sign up with them but make sure to read the terms and conditions carefully to ensure you make the most of the bonus.
   
   
5. Don't try to recover your losses by playing or betting more.
   Keep in mind that, on average, you will end up losing more than you win. It's wise to stop if you are ahead and immediately withdraw your winnings as the house always wins in the end.
   
   
6. Self-awareness is always useful!
   Take a self-help test to assess your betting behaviour and to find out what kind of player you are.
   
   
7. Take a break. 
   Take a break if you suspect that your gambling behaviour is becoming problematic and negatively affecting your financial situation or relationships with other people.
   
   You can register with the Dutch Self-Exclusion System (CRUKS) to exclude yourself from gambling and you can also install software like GAMBAN to block gambling sites. 
   
   
8. Get help and support.
   Lastly, if you experience any problems as a result of gambling, you can contact various addiction care and anonymous help organizations such as AGOG, Loket Gambling, Hervitas, Jellinek, and HANDS for help and support.