Responsible Gaming

Paripesa aims to create a safe gambling site for players in South Africa. Gambling can be fun, but it also has risks if not done responsibly. The brand understands that gaming obsession can lead to problems like depression, anxiety, money troubles, and family conflicts. For this reason, the company encourages players to see betting as a form of entertainment, not a way to make money.

Recognizing Signs of Gambling Mania

The bookmaker also has a self-assessment tool to assist users in determining their gambling practices. Players can answer questions to assess whether they might have an addiction. Common warning signs include:

  • Gambling at a financial loss;
  • Getting a loan to play again;
  • Ignoring family or social responsibilities because of gambling;
  • Annoying when others hint at your gaming behavior;
  • Losing interest in hobbies or leisure activities;
  • Losses leading to depression and suicidal thoughts;
  • Concealing the time or money used on gaming.

If users answer “Yes” to many of these questions, they are told to get professional help.

Commitment to Safeguarding Minors

The betting site does not allow minors to gamble on the site. The company takes care that the advertising and sponsorship are directed only at grown-ups and will never be aimed at or accessed by children.

The brand also recommends that parents who share the device with minors safeguard sensitive information including usernames, passwords, and financial information. The company suggests parental control tools such as NetNanny and Cyber Patrol to be additional measures you might take to block betting sites.

The betting site performs regular age verification checks as per South African regulations. If players cannot prove their age, their accounts may be restricted and any money placed on deposit suspended. The legal gambling age is 18 years in South Africa. It is the user’s responsibility to meet the legal requirements.

Transparent Advertising and Awareness

Advertising policies at Paripesa are based on honesty and lucidity. The site gives players accurate information about the services. There are no misleading promotions or exaggerated claims, and the players know what to expect from the site before signing up. The brand also encourages players to gamble responsibly and avoid overspending.

Tips for Responsible Gambling

If you want to keep yourself safe from gambling addiction, you need to follow several steps. Paripesa encourages responsible gaming by sharing with the players the following advice:

  • Betting should be a hobby, not a job;
  • Decide right now how much time and money you will spend gambling, and stick to that limit;
  • If you cannot afford to lose the money, do not play;
  • Do not chase losses to recover your lost money;
  • Avoid betting when drunk, on drugs, or at a time when you are overly emotional.

Self-Exclusion and Limit-Setting Options

Paripesa offers a self-exclusion program for players who need a break. Users can choose to block their accounts for periods between one month and one year. During this time, accounts are deactivated, and access to gambling is stopped.

Players can ask to remove these restrictions before the end of the exclusion period, but the brand has the final decision. The company also lets users set betting limits, which take 24 hours to apply.

Paripesa advises self-excluded players not to open new accounts. If a user gambles using a different account, the brand is not responsible for their actions.