Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At clonown.com, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the cinema or playing sports. It should never be considered as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Casino games are based on chance, and the house always has a mathematical advantage. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never chase losses by betting more than you planned.
Age Verification
All users must be at least 18 years of age or older to use our site and participate in gambling activities. In Ireland, the legal age for gambling is 18 years old. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet this requirement. If you are under the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, you must not use this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in your own behaviour, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing Losses: Attempting to recover money lost by gambling more
- Hiding Gambling: Concealing your gambling activities or spending from family and friends
- Loss of Control: Inability to stick to set betting limits or stop when you want to
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Borrowing Money: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling
- Mood Changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when not gambling
- Escalating Bets: Needing to bet more money to achieve the same excitement
- Unsuccessful Attempts to Quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Using Gambling to Escape: Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or other problems
If you identify with any of these signs, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Player Protections
We offer several tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on how much money you are willing to lose in a given timeframe
- Betting Limits: Control the maximum stake you can place on individual bets
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders showing how long you have been gambling and how much you have wagered
- Session Timeouts: Automatically log out after a set period of inactivity
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling for a period of time (ranging from days to months or years)
You can access and adjust these tools at any time through your account settings. We encourage you to use them as part of your responsible gambling strategy.
Support Organizations & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. The following organizations provide free, confidential support:
Ireland & UK
- Problem Gambling Ireland: www.problemgambling.ie – Free counselling and support services for Irish residents
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk – Free support, counselling, and information for problem gamblers in the UK and Ireland
- GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling (UK and Ireland)
International Resources
- Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): www.ncpgambling.org
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (Germany): www.bzga.de
Do You Need Help?
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please reach out for support today. There is no shame in asking for help, and professional counsellors are available to assist you in confidence. Your health and wellbeing are more important than any gambling activity.
Contact Problem Gambling Ireland on: Free Helpline or visit www.problemgambling.ie for live chat support, 7 days a week.
Remember: gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it stops being enjoyable, it's time to seek help.