Online gaming and sports betting are meant to be fun. Whether you enjoy watching PBA games and placing a few bets, spinning slots after work, or catching live dealer tables on a Friday night, the activity should add to your day — not take over it.
Responsible gaming means staying fully aware of how much time and money you spend on the platform, making deliberate choices about your activity, and knowing when to step back. It is not about playing less for the sake of it; it is about playing in a way that stays healthy and enjoyable for the long term.
bet98 is committed to providing tools and information that make it easier to keep your gaming in check. None of the games or bets on this platform are guaranteed to win, and no strategy eliminates risk. The house always has a mathematical edge, and treating gaming as a source of income is not something we encourage.
bet98 strictly enforces a minimum age of 21 years for all registered players. This is a firm requirement, not a guideline. Anyone under 21 is prohibited from creating an account, making deposits, or participating in any gaming activity on the platform.
During the registration and KYC verification process, we verify the age and identity of every player using a valid government-issued ID. If a player is found to be under 21, their account will be closed immediately and any deposits will be handled accordingly.
Most people who enjoy online gaming never develop a problem with it. But for some players, what starts as casual entertainment can shift into something harder to manage. Knowing the early warning signs helps you catch things before they become a bigger issue.
Self-Assessment: Ask Yourself These Questions
If you answer "yes" to one or more of these, it may be worth taking a break and reassessing your relationship with gaming.
Do you spend more than you originally planned on a regular basis?
Do you chase losses — betting more to try to win back money you've lost?
Has gaming started to interfere with work, school, or family time?
Do you feel restless or irritable when you try to cut back?
Have you borrowed money or sold something to fund your gaming?
Do you hide your gaming activity from family or close friends?
bet98 provides account-level tools to help players manage their gaming activity. These are available to all registered players and can be requested at any time by contacting our support team.
Deposit Limits
Set a daily, weekly, or monthly cap on how much PHP you can deposit into your account. Once the limit is reached, no further deposits are accepted until the period resets.
Session Time Reminders
Get notified after a set period of continuous play. It is easy to lose track of time, especially during a live casino session or a big sports event.
Cooling-Off Period
Take a short break from the platform — a few days or a few weeks. Your account is temporarily suspended and you cannot log in during the cooling-off window.
Self-Exclusion
Request a longer-term or permanent self-exclusion. This closes your account and prevents re-registration for a defined period. Contact support to apply.
Good gaming habits do not require a lot of effort to build, but they make a big difference over time. Here are some straightforward tips that work for players across Manila, Cebu, Davao, and everywhere else in the Philippines.
- Decide on a fixed entertainment budget in PHP before you log in — treat it the same way you would budget for a night out or a movie.
- Never use money meant for rent, bills, groceries, or tuition fees for gaming deposits.
- Set a time limit before you start a session and stop when the time is up, win or lose.
- Do not chase losses. If your budget runs out, log out and come back another day with a fresh budget.
- Avoid gaming when you are feeling stressed, sad, or under the influence of alcohol. Emotional decisions rarely lead to good outcomes.
- Take regular breaks during a session — step away from the screen, get some water, stretch a little.
- Keep gaming as one of many leisure activities in your life, not the main one.
- Talk to someone you trust if you feel your gaming is getting hard to manage — a friend, a family member, or a professional counsellor.
Self-exclusion is for players who feel they need a more structured break from online gaming. When you self-exclude through bet98, your account is suspended for the duration you choose, and you will not be able to log in, deposit, or place bets during that period.
We also make reasonable efforts to ensure you do not receive any promotional communications during your self-exclusion. This is a serious tool and we take it seriously on our end as well.
How to Apply for Self-Exclusion
Contact our support team at [email protected] and state that you wish to apply for self-exclusion. Let us know your preferred duration. We will confirm the activation and the period applies immediately. If you want to extend the period later, simply contact us again.