RESPONSIBLE GAMING

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Safe Play Guide for Malaysian Members

Winbook believes the best entertainment is entertainment that is safe and controlled. We provide a variety of tools and resources to help you play wisely, enjoy a stress-free experience, and maintain balance in your daily life.

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An Important Message from winbook: Wagering should be a form of entertainment – not a way to earn income, relieve stress, or solve financial problems. If you feel you have crossed the line, we are here to help, no questions asked.

What Is Responsible Gaming?

Responsible gaming means you enjoy wagering activities purely as entertainment, with full control over your time, money, and decisions. At winbook, we don't just provide a fun gaming platform – we also ensure every member has access to the tools and information they need to play responsibly.

Many people in Malaysia enjoy slots, Live Casino, or Sports Betting as a way to unwind after a long day. That is perfectly normal. Problems arise when gaming begins to affect a person's relationships, finances, or mental health. winbook is committed to identifying early warning signs and responding swiftly.

We believe this responsibility is shared between us and you. You need to be honest with yourself, and we will provide all the tools needed to help you stay in control. Together, we can ensure that your experience at winbook remains enjoyable, safe, and free from unnecessary stress.

Recognise the Signs of Problem Gambling

One of the most important steps in responsible gaming is recognising when things are getting out of control. These signs often develop gradually and go unnoticed. Honestly ask yourself the following questions:

Attention: If you answer "Yes" to 3 or more of the questions below, we encourage you to contact our support team or use the account limit tools immediately.

1

Do you frequently think about gambling even while doing other activities?

2

Do you need to wager increasingly larger amounts to get the same level of excitement?

3

Do you continue playing even when your funds are gone or you are facing heavy losses?

4

Have you ever lied to family members or friends about your betting activities?

5

Has betting caused financial problems, such as borrowing money or failing to pay bills?

6

Do you feel restless, irritable, or uneasy when you are unable to play?

7

Have you ever used savings, bill money, or daily living funds to gamble?

8

Do you play to "chase" losses and try to recover money you have lost?

If some of the above feel familiar to you, please don't be ashamed – this is not a personal weakness. Problem gambling is a treatable mental health issue, and the first step is acknowledging that help is needed. The winbook team is ready to help you find a suitable path forward.

Responsible Play Tools Provided by winbook

Winbook provides a range of control tools directly within your account, activatable at any time without waiting for approval. These tools are designed to help you stay fully in control:

Daily / Weekly / Monthly Deposit Limits

Set the maximum deposit amount allowed per day, per week, or per month. This limit takes effect immediately and can only be increased after a 7-day waiting period.

Session Time Limits

Set how long you can play in a single session. The system will send an automatic reminder when your time limit is approaching and will log you out automatically.

Loss Limits

Set the maximum loss amount you are comfortable with per day or per week. Once this limit is reached, your account will be automatically restricted for that period.

Temporary Break (Cool-Off)

Take a break from the platform for 24 hours, 7 days, or 30 days. During this period, you will not be able to log in or place any bets.

Self-Exclusion

If you need a longer break, the self-exclusion option allows you to close account access for 6 months to 5 years. This decision cannot be reversed early.

Real-Time Alerts

Enable in-app notifications that will alert you when your session time, deposit amount, or losses are approaching your set limits.

All these control tools are accessible directly through your account settings on the winbook platform or via our Live Chat. No questions asked, no judgment – just genuine support from our team.

Child Protection & Age Restrictions

Winbook takes seriously its responsibility to ensure our platform is only used by individuals aged 18 Years and Above. A strict identity verification (KYC) process is carried out during registration and during the withdrawal process to ensure compliance with this age requirement.

If you share a device with younger family members, we encourage you to:

  • Use a strong password and do not share your login credentials with anyone;
  • Log out of your winbook account every time you finish playing;
  • Use parental control software on shared devices;
  • Educate children about the risks of gambling and the age limits set by law.

If you suspect someone under the age of 18 has registered or is using our platform, please contact us immediately at [email protected] so that we can take immediate action.

How to Get Help

If you or someone you know needs help with a gambling problem, the following steps can help you begin the recovery journey:

1

Acknowledge It and Talk to Someone

The first and most important step is to acknowledge that a problem exists. Talk to a family member, close friend, or trusted counsellor about what you are going through.

2

Use winbook Account Control Tools

Activate deposit limits, loss limits, or self-exclusion options directly through your winbook account, or contact our support team for immediate assistance.

3

Seek Professional Help

In Malaysia, you can contact Talian Kasih 15999 or access counselling services through government hospitals and health clinics that provide free mental health services.

4

Join a Recovery Programme

Join a support group such as Gamblers Anonymous Malaysia or a structured counselling programme available through the Department of Social Welfare (JKM).

5

Rebuild Healthy Financial Habits

Get financial advisory services from the Credit Counselling and Debt Management Agency (AKPK), which provides free services to Malaysians facing debt problems.

6 Ways winbook Protects Member Wellbeing

Responsible gaming is more than a slogan – it is a core value that shapes how we build and operate the winbook platform every day.

Strict Age Verification

Every registration goes through a rigorous KYC process. Identity documents are verified to ensure only individuals aged 18 and above can play on our platform.

Gaming Pattern Monitoring

Our AI system continuously monitors betting patterns. Members showing signs of problem gambling will be proactively reached out to by our welfare team.

Trained Support Team

Our support staff undergo specialised training in responsible gaming and can help you activate control tools or connect you with external specialists.

Ethical Advertising Policy

Winbook does not advertise our services to individuals who have chosen self-exclusion or to minors. All marketing communications comply with strict ethical standards.

Instant Account Limits

Any request to lower a deposit limit or loss limit takes effect immediately, while requests to increase a limit require a 7-day waiting period for your protection.

Support Organisation Partners

Winbook partners with local welfare organisations to ensure members who need help have access to appropriate resources and recovery programmes in Malaysia.

Questions About Responsible Gaming

Log in to your winbook account, go to the "Account Settings" section, and select "Responsible Limits". From there, you can set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limits. Limits that are lowered take effect immediately, while limits that are increased require a 7-day waiting period.

No. Self-exclusion is a final decision for the chosen period and cannot be reversed early. This is for your own wellbeing. Once the exclusion period ends, you must actively contact our support team to reactivate your account, with an additional 7-day waiting period.

Yes, completely. Any request related to responsible gaming, self-exclusion, or gambling problem assistance is handled with full confidentiality in accordance with our Privacy Policy. This information will not be shared with third parties without your consent, except where required by law.

Your account balance remains safe during the self-exclusion period. You can still make withdrawals to your bank account even while the account is under self-exclusion status. Contact our support team to process the withdrawal.

In Malaysia, you can contact Talian Kasih 15999 (24 hours, free) for initial counselling. The Department of Social Welfare (JKM) also provides free counselling services. In addition, AKPK (Credit Counselling and Debt Management Agency) can assist if you are facing gambling-related debt issues. winbook can also help refer you to the right resources – contact us via Live Chat.
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