One of the easiest ways to stay in control while gambling is to set limits before you start.
Every legitimate esportsbook or online casino should let you:
- limit how much you deposit,
- limit how much you lose,
- and limit how long you can stay logged in.
If your bookmaker doesn’t offer these tools, it’s a red flag for player safety.
Why Limits Matter
Without limits:
- You start small.
- You lose a few bets.
- You increase stakes to “win it back.”
- You spiral into stress and guilt.
This is called chasing losses — a key early warning sign of problem gambling.
Limits protect “future you” from “tilted you.”
The Most Important Limits to Use
Deposit limit
Set how much you can deposit in a specific time frame (daily, weekly, monthly).
→ Learn How
Loss limit
Cap how much you can lose before betting stops automatically.
Session time limit
Tell the site to log you out after a set number of minutes or hours.
Especially helpful for long esports series like CS2 Bo3 or LoL Bo5.
Reality check / activity reminder
Pop-ups showing how long you’ve played and how much you’ve wagered.
A great “reality snap” for awareness.
How to Add a Deposit Limit
- Log in to your account.
- Go to Account Settings → Responsible Gambling / Safer Gambling.
- Select Deposit Limit.
- Choose your timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly).
- Enter an amount you’re 100% comfortable losing.
- Save.
Most sites apply lower limits instantly but delay increases by 24h–7d to prevent impulsive changes.
How High Should My Limit Be?
Ask yourself:
“If I lose this amount completely, will it affect my rent, food, or bills?”
If yes, it’s too high.
Your betting budget should fall into the “fun money” category — not essentials.
If your weekly entertainment spending is €40, your betting limit should be less than that.
What If I Hit My Limit and Still Want to Bet?
That’s a warning sign.
If you want to raise your limit or switch sites, you might already be slipping into risky behavior.
When that happens:
- Take a 24h+ time-out.
- Read Self-Exclusion Guide.
- Contact Gambling Help for free support.
Extra Protection Tips (Outside Betting Sites)
- Use a dedicated prepaid card for betting. Only load what you’re willing to lose.
- Keep a simple betting log of stakes and results.
- Install gambling-blocking extensions or apps.
- Unsubscribe from all betting newsletters.
If you feel you’re losing control, go straight to
👉 External Gambling Help
18+ | Please gamble responsibly.
Gambling should never affect rent, studies, or relationships.
Pause now and get support → /responsible-gambling/external-help/
