Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming

At Watch Lotto Stats, we believe that lottery participation should be a form of entertainment, not a source of stress or financial hardship. We are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices and providing tools to help you stay in control.

We operate in full compliance with Canadian responsible gaming standards and work closely with organizations dedicated to preventing problem gambling.

Understanding Responsible Gaming

What is Responsible Gaming?

Responsible gaming means:

• Playing for entertainment, not to make money
• Setting limits and sticking to them
• Only using money you can afford to lose
• Never chasing losses
• Understanding that lottery games are games of chance
• Balancing gaming with other activities and responsibilities

Know the Facts

• Odds are against winning: Lottery games have very low probabilities of winning large prizes
• Each draw is independent: Past results don't influence future draws
• The house always wins: Lottery corporations are designed to generate revenue
• There's no "system": No strategy can improve your odds beyond buying more tickets
• It's entertainment: Treat lottery spending as an entertainment expense, not an investment

Tools to Help You Play Responsibly

1. Deposit Limits

Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much you can deposit into your account. Once set, limits cannot be increased immediately (requires a 24-48 hour waiting period).

2. Spending Limits

Restrict how much you can spend on lottery tickets per day, week, or month, regardless of account balance.

3. Time Reminders

Receive periodic notifications about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent during your session.

4. Self-Exclusion

Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from using our Service:

• 24-hour cool-off: Immediate temporary break
• 1-month break: Extended time away from the platform
• 3, 6, or 12-month exclusion: Longer-term self-exclusion
• Permanent self-exclusion: Close your account indefinitely

During self-exclusion, you cannot access your account, make purchases, or receive marketing communications.

5. Reality Checks

Opt-in to receive regular reminders about:

• Amount spent today/this week/this month
• Time spent on the platform
• Your current account balance

6. Transaction History

Review detailed records of all your purchases, deposits, withdrawals, and winnings. Download monthly statements to track your activity.

Recognizing Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Here are warning signs to watch for:

Tips for Responsible Play

Support for Family and Friends

Problem gambling affects not just the individual, but also their loved ones. If someone you care about is struggling:

• Educate yourself about problem gambling
• Approach the conversation with compassion, not judgment
• Encourage them to seek professional help
• Consider attending counseling yourself (Gam-Anon for families)
• Set healthy boundaries around money and trust
• Take care of your own mental health

Resources for families:

• Gam-Anon: www.gam-anon.org (support for families)
• Family counseling: Contact the resources listed above for family-specific support

Our Role in Responsible Gaming

Watch Lotto Stats is committed to:

• Age Verification: Strict enforcement of 19+ age requirement
• Education: Providing clear information about odds, risks, and responsible play
• Tools: Offering robust self-management and self-exclusion features
• Training: Ensuring our staff can recognize and respond to problem gambling signs
• Partnerships: Collaborating with responsible gambling organizations
• Advertising: Marketing responsibly without targeting vulnerable populations
• Intervention: Reaching out to players showing concerning patterns
• Research: Supporting problem gambling research and prevention initiatives