Myths and Reality

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Myths or facts

Principles of Responsible Gaming

The Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC) implements a comprehensive framework of principles to ensure player protection and promote responsible participation in gambling games.

These principles contribute to the creation of a safe and well-regulated gaming environment, helping to prevent gambling-related harm and reinforcing trust in the market.

Licensee Obligations (Player Limits and Gambling Risk Assessment)

Licensees are required to implement the prescribed Responsible Gaming measures to safeguard players and the wider community from the harmful effects of excessive participation in gambling activities, particularly the risk of developing gambling-related addictive behaviour.

Compliance with these principles is a fundamental requirement for ensuring a safe, regulated, and trustworthy gaming environment.

Exclusion

Self-exclusion is an essential player protection tool that enables individuals to restrict or cease their participation in gambling activities.

Players may choose from the following self-exclusion options:
  • Temporary Self-Exclusion
  • Long-Term Self-Exclusion
  • Short-Term Self-exclution (day-stop)

Self-exclusion applies across all forms of legal gambling and results in:
  • The prohibition of access to and participation in gambling activities.
  • The suspension of player accounts
  • The suspension of all marketing and promotional communications

Self-Assessment of Gambling Behaviou

Gamalyze:

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Support and Counselling Services

Seek support if you need it.

Seek support from specialised support services if:

  • You are unable to limit your participation in gambling activities.
  • Your daily life is being affected by your gambling behaviour.
  • You are experiencing financial or personal difficulties as a result of gambling.

Early intervention can make a significant difference.