By Compliance Specialist
188Bet supports safer play through account limits, self-exclusion tools, and age verification. This page explains how these tools work and where to find them.
Age Requirements
Registration on 188Bet is restricted to players aged 18 and older. Account verification confirms this through the CCCD (Citizen ID Card) or CMND, checked against the date of birth entered during signup. Any mismatch between the submitted document and the registration details can result in a delayed or restricted account until the discrepancy is resolved.
Age verification on 188Bet typically occurs before a first withdrawal is processed, though it may also be requested earlier if account activity flags a review. Players unable to confirm they meet the minimum age requirement will not be permitted to access real-money features on the platform.
Setting Deposit and Loss Limits
188Bet account settings include configurable deposit limits, which can be set on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis depending on individual preference. Once a limit is reached, further deposits are automatically blocked until the relevant period resets, regardless of available payment method or balance.
Loss limits work similarly, capping the total amount a player can lose within a chosen timeframe rather than restricting deposits directly. Both limit types can be lowered at any time with immediate effect. Increasing a limit, however, typically involves a short cooling-off period before the new, higher amount takes effect, a standard safeguard against impulsive changes.
Limit Settings Table
The table below summarizes each 188Bet limit type, how often it can be adjusted, and what happens once the threshold is reached, giving a quick reference before adjusting any account settings.
| Limit Type | Adjustable Period | Effect When Reached |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit Limit | Daily / Weekly / Monthly | Blocks further deposits |
| Loss Limit | Daily / Weekly / Monthly | Blocks further real-money play |
| Session Reminder | 30 / 60 / 90 minutes | Displays a time-played notification |
| Self-Exclusion | 24 hours to permanent | Suspends account access |
Session Reminders
188Bet offers session reminders that notify players of elapsed playing time at set intervals, ranging from 30 to 90 minutes. This feature is designed to support awareness of time spent on the platform rather than interrupt gameplay unnecessarily.
Reminders appear as an on-screen notification and can be dismissed or adjusted through account settings at any point. They apply across both casino and sports betting sections equally, ensuring consistent tracking regardless of which part of the platform is in use.
Self-Exclusion
Self-exclusion allows a 188Bet account to be temporarily or permanently suspended from real-money activity. Temporary options range from 24 hours to six months, while permanent self-exclusion removes account access indefinitely once confirmed.
During an active self-exclusion period, deposits and gameplay remain unavailable, and the account cannot be reactivated early even at the player’s own request. This restriction exists to ensure the tool functions as intended, supporting a genuine break from betting activity rather than a temporary pause.
Players considering self-exclusion can find the option within account settings, alongside a brief confirmation step outlining the selected duration before it takes effect. 188Bet does not require a reason to be provided when activating this feature.
Support Resources
Players concerned about their gambling habits, or those of someone close to them, are encouraged to seek independent support alongside using the tools available on 188Bet. Local counselling services and helplines dedicated to gambling-related concerns can provide guidance beyond what account-level settings offer.
188Bet’s customer support team can also direct players toward the responsible gambling section of the platform, where all limit-setting and self-exclusion tools are located in one place. These tools remain free to use and are accessible at any time from the account dashboard.
