Safe & Responsible Gaming

At hi17 Responsible Gaming — Play for fun, and stay within your limits

Hi17 believes gaming should be a source of fun and entertainment — not stress or hardship. Playing responsibly means enjoying the experience while staying fully in control. This page covers all the tools, guidance, and support we offer.

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The pillars of responsible gaming

Responsible gaming at hi17 is more than a policy — it is the foundation of our platform.

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Age Verification

Hi17 applies strict age verification at registration. Ensuring no one under 18 can access the platform is our highest priority.

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Setting Personal Limits

You can set your own deposit limits, betting limits, and session time limits. The most effective way to play responsibly is to define your boundaries in advance.

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Breaks & Self-Exclusion

When you feel you need a break, use hi17's cooling-off or self-exclusion option. Your account can be temporarily or permanently closed for a set period.

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Activity review

View your full gaming history, win/loss breakdown, and spending summary at any time. Staying informed makes it easier to make the right decisions.

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Professional Support

If you have any concerns about your gaming, hi17's trained support team is always here to help. We can also provide expert guidance and information on external support organisations.

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Minor Protection

If there are children in your household, use parental control software. hi17 provides awareness resources and tools to help keep minors safe.

What is responsible gaming and why does it matter

Online gaming and betting can be a great form of entertainment — but they should always stay that way. Responsible gaming at hi17 means enjoying yourself while staying in control, with no risk of financial harm or mental stress. We believe that with the right information and the right tools, every player can game safely.

Online betting is growing rapidly in Bangladesh. In this context, hi17 believes building a responsible gaming culture is essential. Play for fun — not as a guaranteed way to make money. Every bet outcome is entirely random, so never chase your losses by placing more bets.

The key principles of responsible gaming are: setting a budget in advance, not playing beyond a set time, and never gambling with borrowed money. hi17 has built a range of tools to help you practice these habits, all available from your account settings at any time.

Please Note: Gaming is never a source of income. If you feel compelled to chase losses or cannot enjoy life without gaming, take a break now and seek support.

The golden rules of safe gaming

  • Decide in advance how much you are willing to spend each week or month.
  • Take regular breaks instead of playing for long stretches at a time.
  • Avoid gaming when you are under the influence of alcohol or feeling stressed.
  • Talk openly with family and friends about your gaming habits.
  • Play for entertainment only — without any expectation of winning.
  • Do not use betting as a substitute for socializing or leisure activities.
  • Keep your account password away from your underage children.

hi17's commitment: We will never pressure you into playing more. When you set a limit, we respect it — there is no push to increase it.

Early Signs of Problem Gaming

Problem gaming does not develop overnight — it builds gradually. That is why recognizing the early signs matters. Review the list below — if two or more apply to you, consider seeking support:

Signs Normal Gaming Problem Gaming
Thoughts about gaming Occasionally All the Time
Reaction After a Loss Acceptance Chasing Losses
Sticking to a Budget Within Limits Playing with borrowed money
Family / Work Time Not Affected Affected
Ability to stop gaming Whenever You Like Unable to Stop
Impact on Mood Normal Irritable, anxious

If you recognize any of the signs above in yourself, do not panic — it is something you can address. Use hi17's responsible gaming tools and seek professional help if needed. Acknowledging the problem is the first step toward solving it.

Check your gaming habits

Ask yourself the following questions:

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Have you ever lied to family members about your gaming?
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Have you placed bets to try to recover money you've lost?
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Have you tried to stop gaming and failed?
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Are you prioritising gaming over work or studies?
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Have you used borrowed money or depleted savings to fund your gaming?

If one or more answers are "Yes" — Take a break now and reach out to our support team.

Financial riskLow Limit Usage
Emotional DependencyLow Awareness
Social ImpactLess Frequent Breaks

Using the right tools can reduce all types of risk.

Get help now

Hi17's support team is available 24/7. Feel free to reach out with any concerns about your gaming.

Live Chat — directly on the platform

Responsible gaming tools

Free tools hi17 provides to help you stay in control of your gaming.

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Financial
Deposit limit

Set a daily, weekly, or monthly maximum deposit limit. Reducing your limit takes effect immediately — increasing it requires at least 7 days.

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Time
Session Time Limit

Set a limit on how long you play in a single session. When the time is up, your session will end automatically and you will receive a reminder.

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Break
Cooling-Off Period

Take a temporary break ranging from 24 hours to 6 weeks. During this time, you will not be able to log in to your account or place any bets.

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Permanent
Self-Exclusion

Close your account for 6 months to 5 years, or permanently. No promotional emails will be sent while self-exclusion is active.

How to Set Limits

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Log in to your account

Log in to your hi17 account and click the profile icon in the top right corner.

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Go to the "Responsible Gaming" Section

From the Settings menu, select the "Responsible Gaming" option.

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Select Your Preferred Tool

Choose what you need — a deposit limit, session time, or self-exclusion.

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Confirm

Enter a value and click the "Confirm" button. The limit will take effect immediately.

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Receive email confirmation

A confirmation message will be sent to your registered email address once a limit has been set.

Limit Rules & Policies

Decreasing a Limit: Any reduction to a limit takes effect immediately. No waiting period is required.

Increasing a Limit: Increasing a limit for safety reasons requires a minimum waiting period of 7 days, giving you time to reconsider.

Cancelling Self-Exclusion: Self-exclusion cannot be cancelled while it is active. After the period ends, a minimum of 7 days must pass before the account can be reactivated.

Permanent Closure: Requesting permanent account closure is irreversible. Once submitted, the account cannot be reopened. This decision is final.

Support Organizations & Resources

You are not alone with a gaming problem — professional help is always available.

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Health Services
Mental Health Helpline

Gaming addiction is a mental health issue. Reaching out to a local mental health specialist or hospital can connect you with expert advice. hi17 can provide appropriate referrals when needed.

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Family
Support for Family Members

If a family member is struggling with a gaming problem, you can seek support too. hi17's support team offers guidance for family members — including how to help and what to say.

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Advice
Counselling services

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is highly effective for changing gaming behaviour. A trained counsellor can help you build healthier habits.

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Technology
Parental Control Software

If minors are present in your home, use software such as Net Nanny, Kaspersky Safe Kids, or similar tools. These automatically block access to gambling and betting sites.

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Education
Awareness Resources

Hi17 regularly publishes guides and resources on responsible gaming. These materials are designed to keep you informed and help you maintain healthy gaming habits.

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Urgent
hi17 Direct Support

Contact hi17 anytime via live chat or email at [email protected]. Our responsible gaming team will assist you in complete confidence.

Responsible Gaming FAQ

No. While self-exclusion is active, hi17 will not send any promotional emails, bonus offers, or marketing communications. Your break is fully respected during this period.

Yes, reducing a limit takes effect immediately. However, increasing a limit requires a 7-day waiting period — this is intentional, to prevent impulsive decisions made in the heat of the moment.

A cooling-off period is a short-term break (24 hours – 6 weeks) that expires automatically. Self-exclusion is long-term (6 months – permanent) and requires an additional request to reactivate your account even after the period ends.

No. You must be 18 or older to register on hi17. Strict age verification is applied during the registration process. If you suspect a minor has created an account, please notify us immediately at [email protected].

Yes, absolutely. Gaming addiction is a recognized mental health condition, and with the right support, full recovery is possible. Many people have returned to a healthy life through a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, family support, and self-help tools.

Yes, completely free. Deposit limits, session time limits, cooling-off periods, self-exclusion — all tools are available at no cost. Advice from our support team is also free. hi17 never charges for responsible gaming services.

Play responsibly — join hi17

Every player's safety comes first at hi17. We are always here with responsible gaming tools and support.

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