Responsible Gaming — Play Safely on p998 Pakistan

Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming

At p998, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of every player on our platform. Pakistan is home to millions of cricket fans, esports enthusiasts and gaming lovers — and p998 was built to give them an exciting, fair and entertaining experience. But entertainment only stays enjoyable when it stays in balance with real life.

Responsible gaming is not just a legal checkbox for us. It is a core part of how p998 operates. Every tool on this page — deposit limits, session reminders, self-exclusion — is available to all registered players, completely free of charge, and can be activated directly through your account settings or by contacting our support team.

Before we get into the tools, it is worth being clear about one thing: gaming should never be seen as a way to make money or recover a financial loss. Whether you are placing a bet on a PSL T20 match, playing slots or trying your luck on fish games, the outcome is never guaranteed. Play with an amount you are comfortable losing, set a budget before you start, and treat winnings as a bonus rather than an expectation.

Responsible Gaming Tools Available on p998

p998 gives you several practical tools to manage how you play. These are designed to be simple to use — you do not need to contact anyone to activate most of them. Here is a quick overview before we go into each one in detail:

• Deposit Limits — Set a daily, weekly or monthly cap on how much PKR you can add to your account.
• Session Time Reminders — Choose how long you want to play in a single session and receive a notification when your time is up.
• Reality Checks — Enable periodic on-screen reminders that show you how long you have been playing and your current net balance for that session.
• Self-Exclusion — Take a voluntary break from p998 for a set period of time or request an indefinite exclusion if you need a longer break.
• Account Closure — Request permanent account closure at any time by contacting support. Any real-money balance will be returned through standard withdrawal procedures.

All of these tools are available at no cost. p998 will never discourage you from using them — they exist for your benefit and we fully support players who choose to use them.

Deposit Limits — Control Your PKR Spending

The most effective way to keep your gaming within budget is to set a deposit limit before you start playing. On p998, you can set a limit on how much PKR you can deposit within a given timeframe:

• Daily Limit: The maximum amount you can deposit in any single 24-hour period.
• Weekly Limit: The maximum across a rolling 7-day window.
• Monthly Limit: The maximum across a rolling 30-day period.

You can set your deposit limit through your account settings at any time. Reductions take effect immediately. If you want to increase a limit, there is a cooling-off period before the higher limit becomes active — this is intentional and gives you time to reconsider. Deposits via JazzCash, Easypaisa, Raast and bank transfer all count towards your set limit.

Session Controls & Reality Checks

Time can pass quickly when you are caught up in a cricket match or a slot game. Session controls help you stay aware of how long you have been playing so that gaming does not accidentally take over more of your day than you intended.

Session Time Reminders let you choose a session length — for example, 30 minutes, 1 hour or 2 hours. When that time is reached, p998 will display a notification reminding you that your chosen session time has ended. You can choose to continue or stop — the choice is always yours, but having that reminder makes it easier to make a conscious decision rather than drifting on automatically.

Reality Checks work slightly differently. When enabled, a brief on-screen summary appears at regular intervals showing you your session duration and your net win or loss for that session. This gives you a clear, honest picture of where you stand financially before you decide whether to keep playing.

Both tools can be set up through your p998 account settings. If you are unsure how to enable them, contact our support team and they will walk you through it.

Self-Exclusion — Taking a Break When You Need One

Sometimes the best decision is to step away for a while. Self-exclusion allows you to voluntarily block access to your p998 account for a period of your choosing. This is not a punishment — it is a sensible tool that many responsible players use from time to time, especially during stressful periods in life when gaming is better avoided.

p998 offers the following self-exclusion options:

• Short Break (1–7 days): A brief cooling-off period where your account is temporarily suspended.
• Medium Break (1–6 months): A more substantial break for players who feel they need longer away from the platform.
• Indefinite Exclusion: Your account is suspended with no set end date. To reactivate, you must contact support and pass a review process with a mandatory waiting period.

During any self-exclusion period, you will not be able to log in, deposit or place bets. Any PKR balance remaining in your account at the start of the exclusion can be withdrawn — contact support to arrange this. Marketing communications from p998 will also be paused for the duration of your exclusion.

To request self-exclusion, go to your account settings or contact p998 support directly. Requests are processed promptly — usually within a few hours.

Warning Signs — When Gaming Stops Being Fun

For the vast majority of players, gaming on p998 stays exactly what it should be — a fun way to enjoy cricket betting, slots or casual games in your spare time. But it is worth knowing the signs that gaming might be moving beyond entertainment into something more problematic.

Be honest with yourself if you notice any of the following:

• You are spending more PKR on gaming than you originally planned or can comfortably afford.
• You find yourself chasing losses — depositing more to try to win back money you have already lost.
• Gaming is taking up time that was previously spent on work, family, studying or other activities you value.
• You feel irritable, anxious or restless when you are not playing.
• You are borrowing money or selling belongings to fund your gaming activity.
• You hide your gaming activity or the amount you spend from family members or friends.
• You have tried to stop or cut back but found it difficult to do so.
• Gaming feels like an obligation or an escape from problems rather than a leisure activity.

Recognising these signs early is important. If any of them sound familiar, we strongly encourage you to use the self-exclusion tool, set tighter deposit limits or contact our support team for a confidential conversation about your options.

Quick Self-Assessment

Answer the following questions honestly. If you answer "yes" to three or more, it may be worth taking a break and reviewing how you are engaging with p998.

Healthy Gaming Habits — Practical Tips

Responsible gaming is mostly about having good habits in place before problems arise. The tips below are simple, practical and easy to follow for players in Pakistan who want to keep their gaming enjoyable long-term.

Protecting Minors

p998 is strictly for players aged 18 and above. We take the protection of minors seriously and apply age verification processes at registration and during account reviews. If you are a parent or guardian, we recommend the following steps to prevent anyone under 18 from accessing gaming platforms on shared devices:

• Never share your p998 login credentials with children or younger siblings.
• Log out of your p998 account when your session is finished, especially on shared phones or computers.
• Use the screen time or parental control features available on Android and iOS to restrict access to gaming websites and apps.
• Talk openly with young people in your household about why online gaming platforms are for adults only.

If you have reason to believe that a minor has accessed p998 using your account or another account, contact our support team immediately. We will investigate and take appropriate action without delay.