Safe Play Policy

Responsible Gambling at we998

Gambling is entertainment — and at we998 we want it to stay that way. This page explains our commitment to responsible play, the tools available to every player, the warning signs to watch for, and where to find support if gambling stops being fun.

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Adults only, or the higher minimum required by the operator/license jurisdiction. Participation may be restricted or prohibited under local Pakistani law.

Our Commitment to Safe Play

At we998, responsible gambling is not a policy document that sits forgotten on a back page — it is woven into the platform's architecture and into every decision we make. We believe that Pakistani players, whether they are following a PSL match from Lahore or placing a late-night casino session from Karachi, deserve a platform that genuinely cares about the impact of gambling on their lives.

The we998 platform has been built with responsible gambling tools available to every registered player from the moment an account is opened. These tools are free to use, accessible at any time through your account settings or via our 24/7 support team, and are never hidden behind a help desk queue. Self-exclusion requests are actioned promptly — not after a cooling-off period designed to keep you playing.

We also recognise the specific context of gambling in Pakistan. The Prevention of Gambling Act, 1977 and related provincial regulations mean that players must exercise their own judgment about whether participation is lawful in their specific location and circumstances. we998 does not claim government authorisation in Pakistan, and we strongly encourage users to understand their own legal position. This page does not constitute legal advice.

Responsible gambling means different things to different people. For some, it means setting a monthly budget and sticking to it. For others, it means taking a break from the platform during a stressful period in life. For a smaller number, it means stepping away entirely with the help of our self-exclusion tools. we998 supports all of these approaches equally and without judgment.

Gambling Should Never Be Income: Gambling is entertainment. It is not a reliable way to earn money, manage debt, cover household expenses or solve financial problems. Every game on the we998 platform — from cricket betting to live casino — has a built-in house edge. Over time, the platform wins more than individual players. This is the mathematical reality of gambling, and we state it plainly rather than hide it.
Responsible Play Quick Links

Access these tools directly from your Account Settings or contact support 24/7:

  • Set or reduce a Deposit Limit
  • Set a Loss Limit
  • Enable Session Time Reminders
  • Activate a Cooling-Off Period
  • Request Self-Exclusion
Need Help Right Now?
If gambling is causing distress or financial harm to you or someone close to you, do not wait. Contact we998 support via live chat at any hour to activate self-exclusion immediately. You will not be asked to justify your request or wait for a review period.
Player Protection Tools

Every tool listed below is available to all registered we998 players at no cost. They can be set, adjusted or activated at any time — no justification required.

Deposit Limits

Set a maximum amount you are willing to deposit over a daily, weekly or monthly period. Once the limit is reached, further deposits are blocked for that period. Increases take effect only after a cooling-off delay; decreases take effect immediately.

Loss Limits

Set a ceiling on how much you are prepared to lose within a defined timeframe. When your net losses reach your chosen limit for that period, your account is automatically restricted from further wagering until the period resets.

Session Time Reminders

Configure alerts to notify you when a gaming session has reached a duration you have set. Time passes quickly during live betting on a PSL match or a late-night casino session — reminders help you stay aware of how long you have been playing.

Cooling-Off Period

Take a temporary break from the platform for a set period — typically 24 hours, 7 days or 30 days. During a cooling-off period, your account remains accessible for reviewing history and withdrawing funds, but all wagering is suspended.

Self-Exclusion

Request a formal self-exclusion for a defined minimum period (typically 6 months, 1 year or permanently). During exclusion, your account is closed, marketing communications are suppressed, and you will not be permitted to open a new account. Contact support to activate.

Reality Check

Enable periodic on-screen notifications that display how long your current session has been running and your net result for that session. These prompts are designed to cut through the immersive nature of live betting and live casino play.

How to Access These Tools: Log into your we998 account and navigate to Account Settings > Responsible Gambling. All tools are listed there. If you are unable to find a tool or require assistance, our live chat support team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help you set up any limit or restriction immediately.
Strictly Adults Only

The we998 platform is available exclusively to individuals who are at least 18 years of age, or the higher minimum age required by the operator's license jurisdiction. This is a firm and non-negotiable requirement — not a guideline.

we998 enforces age verification through its KYC process. All players are required to provide government-issued identification confirming their age before they can deposit funds or withdraw winnings. Where we998 has reasonable grounds to suspect that a player may not meet the minimum age requirement, the account will be suspended and verification requested immediately.

Being aged 18 or over does not by itself make online gambling lawful in Pakistan. Players must independently determine whether their participation complies with the Prevention of Gambling Act, 1977 and any applicable provincial legislation. we998 makes no representation about the legal status of online gambling for any specific user in any specific location within Pakistan.

⚠ Protecting Young People: If you share a device with younger family members — common in households across Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad and elsewhere in Pakistan — please ensure your we998 account is protected with a strong password, log out after each session, and consider using device-level parental controls. Never share your account credentials with anyone.
How to Self-Exclude

Requesting self-exclusion on we998 is a straightforward process. Here is what to expect:

01
Contact Support or Access Account Settings

You can initiate self-exclusion either through Account Settings > Responsible Gambling, or by contacting our live chat support team directly. No reason needs to be given.

02
Choose Your Exclusion Period

Select from available exclusion periods: 6 months, 1 year, 2 years or permanent exclusion. We recommend erring on the longer side — exclusion periods can be reviewed but cannot be shortened once active.

03
Identity Confirmation

Your identity will be confirmed to ensure the exclusion is applied to the correct account. This step protects against accidental exclusion and ensures the record is accurate.

04
Exclusion Activated Immediately

Once confirmed, your account is closed to wagering immediately. Marketing communications are stopped. Any real-money balance can be withdrawn subject to standard KYC requirements.

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After Your Exclusion Period

When a time-limited exclusion period expires, we998 will not automatically reactivate your account. You must actively contact us and confirm your wish to return, and a reflection period applies before access is restored.

Warning Signs to Watch For

Problem gambling often develops gradually. These are signs that gambling may be becoming harmful — for yourself or someone you know.

  • Spending more money on gambling than you planned or can afford
  • Chasing losses — continuing to gamble to try to recover money already lost
  • Gambling with money intended for essential expenses such as rent, bills or food
  • Lying to family, friends or colleagues about how much time or money you spend gambling
  • Feeling anxious, irritable or restless when not gambling or when attempting to cut back
  • Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
  • Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, loneliness or difficult emotions rather than for entertainment
  • Failed attempts to reduce gambling activity despite wanting to
  • Gambling activity affecting work performance, family relationships or mental wellbeing
  • Spending increasing amounts of time and money to achieve the same level of excitement
If you recognise these signs — in yourself or someone close to you — it is important to act before the situation escalates. Contacting we998 support to activate a cooling-off period or self-exclusion is a courageous and practical first step.
Self-Assessment Checklist
Is Your Gambling in Control?
Tick any statements that apply to you in the past month. This is not a clinical tool — it is a prompt for honest self-reflection.
I have gambled with money I could not afford to lose.
Yes
I have felt the urge to bet more after winning to keep the feeling going.
Yes
I have chased a loss by placing more bets to try to win it back.
Yes
I have felt irritable or anxious when I have not been able to gamble.
Yes
I have hidden my gambling activity from family or close friends.
Yes
Gambling has affected my sleep, work or relationships in the past month.
Yes
I have gambled to escape from stress, anxiety or personal problems.
Yes
Support Resources

If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, the following types of organisations and resources provide support. This list is provided for general information only — availability and contact details should be independently verified.

Mental Health Helplines

Pakistan has several mental health helpline services operated by NGOs and hospitals. These helplines provide confidential support for individuals experiencing mental distress, including gambling-related anxiety and financial stress. Your local district health authority may be able to refer you to the nearest service.

Counselling Services

Licensed clinical psychologists and counsellors in major Pakistani cities — including Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad and Rawalpindi — offer one-to-one support for compulsive behaviour including problem gambling. Many offer online video consultations for patients in Faisalabad, Multan, Peshawar and other cities.

Peer Support Groups

Mutual support groups for compulsive gambling operate in a number of countries and some have online communities accessible from Pakistan. Connecting with others who have experienced the same challenges can be a powerful complement to professional support.

Financial Guidance

If gambling has caused financial difficulty, a financial adviser or consumer debt counsellor can help you understand your options. Several Pakistani NGOs provide free financial literacy and debt-counselling services to individuals facing financial hardship.

Family Support

Problem gambling affects not just the individual but also family members. Support resources are available for families dealing with a loved one's gambling behaviour, including guidance on how to approach conversations without escalating conflict.

we998 Support Team

Our support team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. While we are not a counselling service, we can immediately activate any responsible gambling tool on your account — including permanent self-exclusion — and point you toward appropriate support resources.

A Note on Resources: we998 provides the above categories as general guidance. We have not partnered with, endorsed or verified any specific third-party service provider or organisation. Contact details for specific organisations should be independently verified. If you are in immediate distress, please reach out to your local emergency services or a trusted person in your life first.
Common Questions

When you request self-exclusion, your account is closed to all wagering immediately. Marketing communications are suppressed. Any real-money balance in your account can be withdrawn subject to standard KYC verification. You will not be able to open a new account during the exclusion period. After a time-limited exclusion expires, your account is not automatically reinstated — you must actively request reactivation, and a reflection period applies before access is restored.

Yes. Reductions to deposit limits take effect immediately — there is no waiting period. This is intentional, as a player who recognises they are spending too much should be able to act on that recognition right away. Increases to a deposit limit, however, take effect only after a mandatory cooling-off period, giving you time to reconsider before a higher limit becomes active.

Yes. Self-exclusion closes your account to wagering, but your real-money balance remains yours. You can request a withdrawal of any verified funds during or after the exclusion period. Standard KYC requirements apply to all withdrawals. Contact our support team, who will assist you with the withdrawal process while your account is under exclusion.

The minimum age is 18, or the higher minimum required by the operator's license jurisdiction. This is strictly enforced through our KYC identity verification process. Accounts belonging to underage users will be permanently closed and the matter handled in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements. Note that being 18 or over does not by itself make online gambling lawful in Pakistan — players must comply with all applicable local laws.

Family members who are concerned about a loved one's gambling can contact we998 support directly. While we are unable to share account details due to privacy obligations, we can provide general guidance, share responsible gambling resources and, where an account holder has authorised it, assist with applying restrictions. We strongly recommend that the person concerned contact us directly for the most immediate action, as only the account holder can request self-exclusion on their own account.

Permanent self-exclusion is intended to be final. In practice, we998 will consider requests to reactivate a permanently excluded account only after a minimum extended period has passed, and only following a formal review process that may include a requirement to demonstrate engagement with professional support. we998 reserves the right to decline reactivation requests where it believes doing so is not in the player's best interest.
Play Responsibly with we998

Responsible gambling tools are built into every we998 account. If you want to set a limit, take a break or ask a question about your account, our support team is here around the clock. For everything else, visit the homepage or check our FAQ.

18+ only, or the higher minimum required by the operator/license jurisdiction. Local laws in Pakistan may restrict gambling. This page does not constitute legal or clinical advice. If you are in distress, please contact emergency services or a trusted person in your life.