At parimatch.host, we believe that betting should be an enjoyable form of entertainment – never a source of financial stress or personal harm. We are committed to promoting responsible gambling and providing information to help players stay in control.
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
Betting is most enjoyable when it is treated as entertainment with a defined budget, not as a way to make money or solve financial problems. Before you place any bet, set a budget you are comfortable losing entirely. Once that budget is spent, stop. Never chase losses.
Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. The following signs may indicate that gambling is becoming harmful:
- Betting more than you planned or can afford to lose
- Chasing losses – placing more bets to try to recover money you have lost
- Neglecting work, family, or social responsibilities because of gambling
- Lying to family or friends about how much you bet or how much you have lost
- Borrowing money to fund betting
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when you are not betting
- Thinking about gambling constantly
- Unable to stop or reduce betting despite wanting to
If any of these signs describe your situation, please reach out for help. You are not alone and support is available.
Tools Available at Parimatch
Parimatch provides several responsible gambling tools that all registered players can use at any time through their account settings:
- Deposit limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much you can deposit
- Session time limits: Set a maximum time you can spend on the platform per session
- Loss limits: Set a maximum amount you can lose in a given period
- Profit and loss tracking: View your complete betting history and financial results
- Take a break: Temporarily suspend your account for a set period (24 hours to 6 weeks)
- Self-exclusion: Close your account for an extended period or permanently
We encourage all players to use these tools proactively, not just when a problem has already developed.
Support Organisations in India
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, the following organisations provide confidential support and guidance in India:
- iCall: A psychosocial helpline run by TISS (Tata Institute of Social Sciences). Phone: 9152987821. Available Monday to Saturday, 8am to 10pm.
- Vandrevala Foundation: 24/7 mental health helpline. Phone: 1860-2662-345 or 1800-2333-330 (toll free).
- Hope Trust India: Specialist support for gambling addiction and other compulsive behaviours. Based in Hyderabad. Website: hopetrust.in
- iGaming Support: If your betting account is causing you distress, contact the Parimatch support team directly and ask to activate responsible gambling tools or self-exclusion.
Age Verification
Online betting is for adults aged 18 and over only. All reputable betting sites including Parimatch require identity verification before allowing withdrawals, which helps prevent underage access. If you are a parent or guardian, please use parental control software to prevent minors from accessing gambling websites.
Our Commitment
parimatch.host only recommends betting operators that provide responsible gambling tools and hold valid international gambling licences. We do not recommend platforms that lack these safeguards, regardless of commercial incentives. We are committed to honest, responsible promotion of online betting in India.
If you have concerns about gambling-related harm, please reach out for help. There is no shame in asking for support.