Gambling is entertainment — it should stay that way. At pj68, responsible play is not a legal footnote. It is central to how we design the platform, write our guides and talk to Pakistani users about gaming. This page gives you everything you need to play safely, set limits and find support if things get difficult.
If gambling is no longer enjoyable, is causing financial stress, or is affecting your relationships or mental wellbeing — please stop and seek support. Independent problem gambling support organisations can help. pj68 does not operate these organisations and cannot guarantee service quality, but we strongly encourage any player who needs help to reach out. Your account's self-exclusion and limit tools are available right now, inside your account settings, at no charge.
The core principle is simple: you decide how much you spend, how long you play and when you stop — and those decisions are made with a clear head, not under pressure or distress.
pj68 covers sports betting across cricket, PSL and ICC tournaments, football, UFC and live sports, alongside live casino and slots. These are genuinely entertaining products when approached with the right mindset. The problem begins when gambling shifts from entertainment to a way of chasing losses, escaping stress or supplementing income. At that point, it stops being a game.
We are not here to lecture. We are here to give you the tools and information to stay in control — and to be completely honest about what those tools can and cannot do. No platform feature removes the risk of gambling entirely. What responsible gambling tools do is give you a practical framework for keeping it manageable.
Pakistani users face particular challenges in this space: online gambling sits in a legally complex position under the Prevention of Gambling Act, 1977, access to formal support networks is more limited than in some other markets, and social stigma can make it harder to ask for help. pj68 takes that context seriously and tries to provide genuinely useful guidance rather than generic checkbox compliance.
Only gamble with money you can afford to lose. Never use money set aside for essentials like rent, utilities or food.
Set a budget before you start — and stop when you reach it, whether you are up or down.
Do not chase losses. The urge to win back money you have lost is one of the most dangerous patterns in gambling behaviour.
Take regular breaks. Step away between sessions. If you are playing through a PSL match, take a break between innings.
Never gamble when you are upset, drunk or exhausted. Emotional states impair judgment and lead to poor decisions.
Gambling is not a source of income. Outcomes are governed by chance and the house edge. No strategy guarantees profit over the long run.
These questions are not a clinical diagnostic tool — they are prompts to help you reflect honestly on your gambling behaviour. If you answer "yes" to several of them, consider speaking to a professional support service.
Have you ever spent more on gambling than you originally planned for a session?
Have you borrowed money or sold possessions to fund gambling?
Do you find yourself thinking about gambling frequently when you are doing other things?
Have you gambled to escape feelings of anxiety, sadness or pressure — including financial pressure?
Have you felt irritable or restless when you tried to reduce or stop gambling?
Have you hidden the extent of your gambling from family members, friends or colleagues?
Have you chased losses — continued gambling after a losing session to try to win your money back?
Has gambling caused problems in your relationships, your work or your financial situation?
Have you made repeated attempts to cut back on gambling without success?
Have you needed to gamble with increasingly larger amounts to get the same level of excitement?
These tools are free, available 24/7 and accessible from within your account settings. Use them proactively — before you think you need them, not after.
Set a maximum amount you can deposit daily, weekly or monthly. Once your limit is reached, no further deposits are accepted until the period resets. Increases require a cooling-off period before taking effect.
Available NowCap the maximum amount you can lose in a single day, week or month. When your loss limit is reached, further play is blocked for that period — protecting you from chasing losses during a bad run.
Available NowSet a maximum session duration. When your chosen time is reached, you receive a notification and, if you prefer, an automatic logout. Ideal for keeping PSL or T20 match betting sessions from running too long.
Available NowTake a short-term break from gambling — 24 hours, 48 hours, a week or a month — without permanently closing your account. During a cooling-off period, you cannot log in or place bets.
Available NowVoluntarily exclude yourself from the platform for a defined period — six months, one year or longer — or permanently. Self-exclusion cannot typically be reversed before the chosen period expires. Seek this option if you feel you are losing control.
Available NowReceive periodic in-session notifications displaying your current session duration, total amount wagered and net win/loss position. These reality checks help break the flow-state that can cause time and money to slip by unnoticed.
Available NowSelf-exclusion is the most powerful responsible gambling tool available to you. It is a voluntary decision to block your own access to the platform for a defined period. Here is how to set it up on pj68.
Once self-exclusion is active, your account is frozen. You will not be able to log in, place bets or access your balance. Any pending bets are typically settled according to normal rules, and remaining balances are refunded through your registered withdrawal method after the exclusion period ends (subject to operator policy).
⚠️ Important: Self-exclusion decisions are difficult to reverse before the chosen period expires. Think carefully before selecting your exclusion duration. If you are in crisis, choose a longer period — you can always request a review at the end, but you cannot typically cut short an active exclusion.
Access your pj68 account using your registered username and password. If you cannot remember your credentials, use the password reset function before attempting self-exclusion.
Navigate to your profile menu and select "Responsible Gambling" or "Account Settings". This section contains all limit and exclusion tools.
Click the "Self-Exclusion" option. You will be prompted to choose an exclusion duration — options typically range from six months to permanent exclusion.
Select the duration that reflects your current need. If you are unsure, choose a longer period. You can always reassess at the end of the exclusion — but you cannot easily reverse it early.
Read the confirmation screen carefully. You may be required to re-enter your password or confirm via email before the exclusion takes effect. This step exists to prevent accidental activation.
If you cannot access your account to set up self-exclusion, contact the support team via email ([email protected] — plain text, not a link) or Live Chat. They can process the exclusion on your behalf.
Limits work best when they are set before you start a session, not during one. Here is how each type of limit works in practical PKR terms.
Caps the total you can deposit within any 24-hour period. Once reached, the deposit option is locked until the next day.
e.g., PKR 2,000/dayDefines the maximum you can lose across a rolling seven-day period. Reaching this limit blocks further play until the week resets.
e.g., PKR 10,000/weekSets a hard ceiling on monthly deposits. Useful for users with a fixed entertainment budget who want to prevent overspending across cricket or football seasons.
e.g., PKR 25,000/monthLimits how long you can play in a single session. After the set time elapses, you receive an alert and optionally are logged out automatically.
e.g., 60-min sessionsLimit increases take effect only after a mandatory review period — typically 24 to 72 hours — to prevent impulsive decisions during a losing run. Limit reductions take effect immediately.
Problem gambling does not always look dramatic. It often builds slowly — small changes in behaviour that, taken individually, seem unremarkable, but together point to a pattern that needs attention. Knowing what to look for, in yourself and in people close to you, is an important first step.
These warning signs are relevant for anyone who gambles — whether it is sports betting on Pakistan cricket, slots, live casino or any other product covered on pj68. The game type is less important than the pattern of behaviour.
Spending beyond your means: Gambling with money that was allocated for bills, groceries, transport or other essential expenses — or borrowing specifically to fund gambling.
Chasing losses: Continuing to gamble after a losing session with the specific intent of winning back what was lost, often escalating bet sizes in the process.
Secrecy and concealment: Hiding the amount you gamble, the frequency of play or losses from family members, friends or your spouse.
Gambling as emotional regulation: Turning to gambling specifically to manage feelings of stress, anxiety, boredom or loneliness — using it as an escape rather than entertainment.
Inability to stop: Setting a loss limit or session time for yourself, reaching it, and then continuing anyway — repeatedly overriding your own stated intentions.
Preoccupation: Thinking about past gambling wins, planning future sessions or calculating potential winnings during work, family time or other daily activities.
Relationship and work impact: Gambling is creating friction in personal relationships, or it is affecting your performance, attendance or focus at work or studies.
pj68 does not operate gambling support services and cannot guarantee the availability or quality of any external organisation. The information below is provided as general guidance only. Please verify current contact details directly with each organisation.
Your online gambling operator is required to provide responsible gambling support as part of its licensing conditions. Log in to your account and access the "Responsible Gambling" or "Help Centre" section to find direct tools, self-exclusion and escalation pathways.
Gamblers Anonymous operates peer support meetings for individuals struggling with compulsive gambling. GA's 12-step model is used in many jurisdictions. Check whether meetings or online support groups are accessible in your area — including in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad or online for other cities.
Problem gambling is frequently linked to underlying anxiety, depression or stress. A qualified mental health professional — psychologist, psychiatrist or counsellor — can address both the gambling behaviour and any co-occurring emotional health concerns. Pakistan has a growing network of licensed counsellors available in person and online.
Talking to a trusted family member, spouse or close friend is often one of the most effective first steps. Problem gambling in Pakistan can feel isolating because of social stigma, but family support plays a critical role in recovery for many individuals.
If gambling has created financial difficulties, a financial counsellor can help with debt management, budgeting and communication with creditors. Several NGOs operating in Pakistan offer free or subsidised financial guidance services.
Our support team can help you activate self-exclusion, set account limits or escalate a responsible gambling concern. Reach us via Live Chat inside your account, or by email at [email protected] (plain text only — not a link). We respond 24/7.
A gambling budget is not about restricting fun — it is about making sure that fun stays within bounds that do not affect the rest of your life. Most problem gambling starts when the boundary between entertainment money and essential money breaks down.
The tips below are particularly relevant for Pakistani users managing household budgets that might also include Easypaisa or JazzCash wallet balances, HBL or Meezan Bank accounts that cover everyday expenses. Keep gambling funds clearly separate from your everyday finances.
Note: Payment provider names are mentioned as local context only. They do not imply any endorsement of or support for gambling.
Before setting a gambling limit, calculate your total monthly entertainment budget — including dining out, streaming, events and other leisure. Your gambling allocation should sit comfortably within that figure, not replace it.
Use a separate wallet or account specifically for gambling funds — for example, a dedicated balance rather than your main bank account. This makes it much easier to track spending and stick to your budget.
At the end of each month, review your account transaction history. Compare actual gambling spend against your planned budget. If you regularly exceed your plan, consider lowering your deposit limit or taking a cooling-off break.
When you win, treat the proceeds as unexpected entertainment value — not as income you can rely on or reinvest. Withdrawing wins promptly, rather than re-betting them, is one of the most effective ways to maintain a healthy relationship with gambling.
If you are in crisis — experiencing severe financial distress, emotional breakdown or feel unable to stop gambling despite wanting to — please stop playing immediately and reach out for support. Your safety and wellbeing come first. No bet, bonus or winning streak is worth your mental health.
Explore the rest of pj68 — our homepage covers sports betting guides, live casino information and game reviews, all written in plain English for Pakistani users. If you have questions about responsible gambling tools or need clarification on our policies, the FAQ and Terms & Conditions pages cover the details.