Responsible Gaming

Gambling always involves risk, including financial loss. Plan your play and protect your wellbeing. On Babu88, you have tools to control your play.

• Treat gambling as leisure, not income.
• Set a budget before you start; never borrow to bet.
• Decide time limits and take regular breaks.
• Do not chase losses.
• Keep life balance: work, family, and rest first.
• Use platform tools: deposit limits, loss limits, and bet caps.
• Turn on reality checks and session reminders.
• Review account statements to learn your playing patterns.
• Protect minors; accounts are for 18+ only.
• Read the Responsible Gaming policy to understand all controls.

Warning signs can appear gradually. Gambling addiction is a serious condition and needs prompt attention.

• Preoccupation with betting or constant thoughts about the next play.
• Increasing stakes to feel the same thrill.
• Spending more than you can afford; unpaid bills or missed EMIs.
• Chasing losses and risking rent or essentials.
• Hiding gambling or lying to family and friends.
• Irritability, anxiety, or low mood when trying to cut down.
• Neglecting work, studies, or relationships.
• Borrowing, selling items, or using multiple accounts/cards.
• Gambling to escape stress, sadness, or loneliness.
• Repeated failed attempts to stop or stick to limits.

There is practical help. Combine platform controls, healthy routines, and professional support. Babu88 offers the following controls to support safe play.

• Set deposit, loss, and wager limits at levels you can afford.
• Enable reality checks and session timers.
• Use time-out for short breaks (for example, 24 hours to 30 days).
• Activate self-exclusion for longer breaks or account closure.
• Opt out of bonuses and marketing to reduce triggers.
• Keep gambling funds separate; avoid credit and loans.
• Track wins and losses to stay in control and learn your habits.
• Use device or app blockers to restrict access during vulnerable times.
• Share concerns with someone you trust and seek counselling.
• Avoid triggers such as late-night play, easy cash, or betting content.

Independent support is available in India. Trained professionals can guide you and your family.

• Tele-MANAS (Government of India): 14416 or 1-800-891-4416, 24×7 mental health helpline. https://telemanas.mohfw.gov.in/
• NIMHANS: counselling and referrals. https://nimhans.ac.in/ | 080-46110007
• iCALL by TISS: confidential counselling by phone, email, and chat. https://icallhelpline.org/ | +91 9152987821
• Gambling Therapy: free online support and live chat. https://www.gamblingtherapy.org/
• AASRA 24×7 Crisis Support: https://www.aasra.info/ | +91 9820466726
• Gamblers Anonymous: peer support meetings online. https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/

Services may use third-party networks. Standard call or data charges may apply.

If you are worried about your gambling, you can contact Babu88 support for account controls and guidance. Our team can action self-exclusion, limits, and activity reviews on request.

• Live Chat: available in the Help menu after you log in.
• Help Centre: submit a request through the Contact Us form in your account.
• Email Support: send a message using the in-site email form.
• Responsible Gaming settings: go to My Account, then Responsible Gaming to set limits or self-exclude.
• Account records: request an activity statement to learn your playing patterns.

Support operates 24×7 for India players.