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88com | Responsible Gaming – Play Smart, Stay in Control

Gaming on 88com should be enjoyable — a way to follow cricket, enjoy live casino tables or try your luck on slots, all within a budget you are comfortable with. This page covers everything you need to manage your gaming time and spending responsibly, including the tools available directly inside your account.

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Our Approach

Gaming Is Entertainment, Not a Financial Plan

At 88com, we are clear about one thing: gaming — whether it is betting on a PSL match, spinning slots in the game lobby, or sitting at a live blackjack table — is a form of entertainment. It carries financial risk. You can win, but you can also lose, and over the long run the odds favour the platform. Anyone who tells you otherwise is not being straight with you.

We want players in Pakistan to enjoy the platform in the same way they might enjoy a meal out or tickets to a match — as something that fits comfortably within their personal budget. Not something that keeps them up at night, causes stress at home, or leads to chasing losses with money they cannot afford.

This page is here to help you understand how to keep gaming in that healthy space. It covers the practical tools available in your 88com account, the warning signs that things may be getting out of hand, and honest advice on how to take a step back if you need to. None of this is written to lecture you — it is here because we think players who stay in control stay on the platform longer, and that works out better for everyone.

What Responsible Gaming Actually Means

Responsible gaming is not about playing less — it is about playing within limits you decide in advance, before the excitement of a live match or a winning streak pushes you to do something you would not normally do with your money. It means treating your gaming budget the way you treat any other leisure budget: you set it, you stick to it, and when it is gone for the week or month, it is gone.

On 88com, you have several tools that make this easier. You can set hard deposit limits so the platform will not allow you to put in more than a certain amount over a given period. You can set session timers that remind you how long you have been playing. You can activate a reality check that pops up mid-session to show you your net balance change. And if you need a proper break — whether for a day, a week or permanently — you can self-exclude directly from your account settings without needing to contact anyone.

You are in control. Every responsible gaming tool on 88com is self-managed and takes effect immediately. You do not have to explain yourself or wait for approval to set a limit or take a break.

Quick Self-Check

Honest answers to these questions can help you spot early signs of a problem before it gets serious.

Do you spend more than you planned when you deposit?
Have you borrowed money or sold something to fund gaming?
Do you chase losses — depositing again after a bad session to try to win it back?
Does gaming affect your sleep, work or relationships?
Do you feel irritable when you are not able to play?
Have you lied to family about how much time or money you spend on gaming?
If you answered yes to two or more of these, it is worth using the self-exclusion or deposit limit tools now, before continuing to play.
Minors Not Permitted: 88com is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. If you share a device with younger family members, use your device's parental controls or set a screen lock on the 88com app to prevent underage access.
Account Tools

Responsible Gaming Tools Built Into 88com

Every tool below is available inside your 88com account settings. They are free, immediate, and you control them yourself — no waiting, no approval needed.

Deposit Limits

Set a daily, weekly or monthly cap on how much PKR you can deposit into your 88com account. Once the limit is reached, the platform will not accept further deposits until the period resets. You can reduce your limit any time — increases take effect only after a 7-day cooling-off period.

Session Time Reminders

Set a timer that sends you an on-screen alert after a defined period of continuous play — 30 minutes, 1 hour, 2 hours, your choice. The reminder shows how long you have been active and your session balance change, giving you a clear moment to decide whether to continue or stop.

Self-Exclusion

Choose to lock your account for a set period — 24 hours, 7 days, 30 days, up to 6 months — or permanently. During a self-exclusion, you cannot log in, deposit, place bets or access any platform feature. Temporary exclusions expire automatically. Permanent exclusion is irreversible.

Reality Checks

Enable periodic pop-up summaries that appear during your gaming session. Each check shows your total session time, the amount deposited in this session, and your net balance change (wins minus losses). It is a factual snapshot to help you stay grounded during longer sessions.

Loss Limits

Set a maximum net loss amount per day, week or month. When your losses reach that limit, your account will automatically pause betting activity for the remainder of the period. This is one of the most effective tools for preventing a bad session from becoming a serious financial problem.

Cool-Off Periods

Not ready for full self-exclusion but need a short break? A cool-off period pauses your account for 1 to 6 weeks without permanently closing it. During the cool-off you cannot deposit or bet, but you can still withdraw any remaining balance. The account resumes automatically when the period ends.

Step by Step

How to Activate These Tools

Setting a Deposit Limit

Takes effect immediately when reducing limits

Log in to your 88com account. Go to Account Settings → Responsible Gaming → Deposit Limits. Select daily, weekly or monthly. Enter your PKR limit and confirm. The platform will block deposits that exceed this figure for the chosen period. To increase a limit, a 7-day waiting period applies automatically — this is intentional to prevent impulsive changes during a losing session.

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Activating Self-Exclusion

Cannot be reversed during the exclusion period

Go to Account Settings → Responsible Gaming → Self-Exclusion. Choose a duration or select permanent exclusion. Confirm your choice. The account locks immediately — you will be logged out and login will be disabled for the entire exclusion period. Any pending withdrawals will still be processed to your registered JazzCash, Easypaisa or bank account.

If you choose permanent exclusion and later wish to return after an extended period of recovery, contact support at [email protected]. Reinstatement requests are reviewed carefully and are never automatic.

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Warning Signs

Signs That Gaming May Be a Problem

1
Chasing Losses

Depositing again immediately after a losing session with the goal of winning back what you lost. This is one of the clearest indicators of problematic gambling behaviour and almost always leads to larger losses.

2
Spending Beyond Your Budget

Regularly depositing more than you planned when you sat down to play, or using money set aside for household expenses, rent or food to fund gaming sessions.

3
Borrowing to Fund Gaming

Taking money from family, borrowing from friends, or using credit to deposit on the platform. Gaming should only ever be funded from your own disposable income.

4
Hiding Your Gaming Activity

Feeling the need to hide deposit notifications, lie to family about your gaming time, or conceal losses from people close to you is a sign that something is off.

5
Neglecting Daily Responsibilities

Missing work, skipping family commitments, losing sleep or neglecting other responsibilities because of gaming sessions — or because of stress and preoccupation related to gaming outcomes.

6
Feeling Unable to Stop

Repeatedly deciding to stop or set a limit but being unable to follow through. If willpower alone is not working, the account-level tools exist precisely for this situation — use them.

Practical Advice

Habits That Keep Gaming Enjoyable

These are straightforward habits that experienced players use to stay in control. None of them require willpower alone — they are about setting up the right conditions before you start.

Set Your Budget Before You Open the App

Decide the maximum PKR amount you are comfortable losing this week before you deposit. Once that amount is gone, the session is over — regardless of how the last few bets went.

Treat Winnings as a Bonus, Not Income

Any win — whether from a PSL bet, a live casino hand or a slots spin — is a bonus, not a reliable income stream. Plan your finances as if gaming produces zero return, and everything you win is a pleasant surprise.

Walk Away After a Big Loss

The impulse to immediately deposit and chase a big loss is powerful. Recognise it for what it is and step away. Close the app. Come back another day — or not at all if that is the better call.

Limit Gaming to Specific Times

Pick a time window when you allow yourself to play — say, Friday evenings during a PSL match — and keep gaming contained to that window. Avoid late-night or impulsive sessions triggered by boredom or stress.

Talk to Someone You Trust

If gaming is causing stress or financial strain, telling a trusted friend or family member is a practical first step. External accountability makes it significantly easier to maintain limits than relying on willpower alone.

Use Device-Level Controls

Set app time limits through your Android or iOS screen time settings. Enabling a screen lock on the 88com app using a PIN not stored in your phone adds a deliberate pause before every session that reduces impulse play.

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Common Questions

Responsible Gaming FAQs

Straightforward answers to the questions players ask most about responsible gaming tools and account management on 88com.

You can reduce your deposit limit at any time and it will take effect immediately. However, increasing a deposit limit — or removing one entirely — is subject to a mandatory 7-day waiting period. This delay is intentional. It prevents impulsive changes made during a losing session from undermining the protection the limit was set up to provide.

Any balance remaining in your account when a self-exclusion begins can still be withdrawn. You will not be able to log in to the platform, but the support team can process a withdrawal to your registered JazzCash, Easypaisa, Raast or bank account on your behalf during the exclusion period. Contact support at [email protected] to arrange this.

Common signs include depositing more than you planned, chasing losses after a bad session, borrowing money to fund gaming, hiding your activity from family or friends, and feeling anxious or irritable when you cannot access the platform. The self-check questions at the top of this page cover the key indicators. If two or more apply to you, use the deposit limit or self-exclusion tools before playing again.

No. Account limits are self-managed and require login access. Only the registered account holder can set or change limits. If a family member is concerned about someone else's gaming, the most direct path is to encourage that person to set their own limits or self-exclude. You can also contact our support team to discuss the situation — we will handle it sensitively.

Yes — 18 years old is the strict minimum. Age is verified during the KYC process required for withdrawals. If we identify that an account was registered by someone under 18, the account will be closed immediately, all deposits returned, and any winnings forfeited. Adults who allow minors to access their account are responsible for that access.

Start by using the self-exclusion tool in your account to put the platform out of reach while you figure things out. Then speak to someone you trust — a friend, family member or counsellor. For financial issues, your bank or mobile wallet provider (JazzCash, Easypaisa) may be able to help you set transaction restrictions. For mental health support, speak with a medical professional or a qualified counsellor. 88com support is available 24/7 at [email protected] if you need to discuss your account specifically.

Play on 88com — On Your Own Terms

Register today, set your deposit limit before your first session, and enjoy cricket betting, live casino and slots as entertainment — within a budget that works for you.

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