Play Responsibly
Maintaining healthy engagement with digital entertainment in Australia
At Harbour Wins, we believe that free-to-play social online slots and other digital pastimes should be enjoyed as part of a balanced lifestyle. This page provides resources and tools to help you maintain healthy engagement with our platform and recognize when to seek support.
Remember: Harbour Wins is a free social entertainment platform. We do not offer real money gambling or financial prizes.
Recognizing Warning Signs
Healthy digital habits begin with self-awareness
Time Management
Spending more time on digital entertainment than intended, neglecting responsibilities, or losing track of time regularly.
Social Impact
Choosing digital entertainment over social activities, relationships, or experiencing conflicts about platform use.
Mental Focus
Preoccupation with platform activities when not engaged, or using digital entertainment to escape problems or negative moods.
Control Issues
Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop platform use, or feeling restless or irritable when unable to access digital entertainment.
If you recognize several of these signs in your own behavior, consider using our platform tools or seeking external support.
Platform Safety Tools
Features designed to support healthy engagement
Session Timer
Set limits for your platform sessions. Receive gentle reminders when approaching your chosen time limit.
Activity Summary
Review your weekly platform engagement patterns. Awareness is the first step toward balance.
Break Reminders
Receive periodic suggestions to take breaks, stretch, or engage in offline activities.
Self-Assessment Quiz
Reflect on your digital entertainment habits
How often do you spend more time on digital entertainment than originally planned?
Do you find yourself thinking about digital entertainment when you should be focusing on other activities?
Support Resources
Professional organizations providing free assistance
GambleAware Australia
National provider of free, confidential support services for anyone affected by gambling-related concerns.
Gambling Therapy
Global service offering free practical advice and emotional support for gambling-related issues.
GamCare
UK-based charity providing information, advice, and support for anyone affected by gambling problems.
Responsible Gambling Council
Independent non-profit dedicated to preventing problem gambling through awareness and research.
Healthy Engagement Tips
Practical strategies for balanced platform use
Set Clear Boundaries
Decide in advance how much time you'll spend on digital entertainment each day or week, and stick to your plan.
Balance Activities
Ensure digital entertainment is just one of many leisure activities in your life, not the primary or only one.
Monitor Your Mood
Pay attention to how you feel before, during, and after platform use. It should enhance your day, not dominate it.
Take Regular Breaks
Follow the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds to reduce eye strain.
Socialize Offline
Maintain real-world connections and activities. Digital entertainment should complement, not replace, social interaction.
Use Platform Tools
Activate session timers, break reminders, and review your activity summaries regularly to stay aware of your habits.
Account Management
Options for controlling your platform access
Contact Our Support Team
For assistance with account management or responsible engagement questions:
All communication is confidential. Our team is trained to handle responsible engagement inquiries with sensitivity and respect.
Our Commitment
Harbour Wins is dedicated to providing a safe, enjoyable social entertainment environment. We continuously develop tools and resources to support healthy engagement with our free-to-play social online slots and community features. Your wellbeing is our priority.