Responsible Gaming
Sports betting should remain a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Every bet carries a risk of losing money, and a win is never guaranteed.
At odds.am, we encourage a mindful approach to gambling. Odds, statistics and predictions can help you assess sporting events, but they cannot tell you the outcome in advance.
Stay in control
Before placing a bet, set clear limits for yourself:
- Set a budget. Only use money you can afford to lose without affecting your everyday expenses.
- Limit your time. Decide in advance how much time you will spend gambling and take regular breaks.
- Do not chase losses. Do not increase your bets to recover money you have lost.
- Do not borrow to gamble. Do not use loans, borrowed money or funds reserved for essential payments.
- Consider how you feel. Avoid betting when stressed, highly emotional or under the influence of alcohol.
- Keep a balance. Gambling should not interfere with work, education, relationships or other interests.
When to stop
Pay attention if you:
- spend more money or time gambling than you intended;
- hide your gambling or the size of your losses from people close to you;
- borrow money to keep betting;
- feel anxious or irritable when you cannot gamble;
- keep gambling despite financial difficulties or conflicts.
These signs are a reason to take a break and seek support. You do not need to wait until the situation becomes more serious.
Limits and self exclusion
If you find it difficult to control your gambling, check which tools your operator offers. These may include limits on deposits, bets, losses and time spent gambling, a temporary account suspension or self-exclusion.
Contact the operator's support team to activate the available restrictions. You can also turn off promotional notifications and use software that blocks access to gambling websites.
Protecting minors
Betting-related content on odds.am is intended for people aged 18 and over. If your country requires a higher minimum age, follow the local requirements.
Do not allow minors to use your gambling accounts. Protect your devices with a password, do not share login details and use parental controls.
Where to get help
If gambling is causing you concern, talk to someone you trust and contact a qualified professional or a local gambling support service.
Gambling Therapy provides online support for people affected by problem gambling and their loved ones: Gambling Therapy
You can always choose not to place a bet. Your wellbeing matters more than any result.
