Our Commitment

+EV Bets is committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. While we provide betting analytics and information, we believe that gambling should always be an enjoyable form of entertainment—never a source of financial stress or personal hardship.

We encourage all users to gamble responsibly, within their means, and to seek help if gambling stops being fun.

Responsible Gambling Guidelines

Follow these guidelines to help ensure gambling remains a positive experience:

• Set a budget: Only gamble with money you can afford to lose. Never use rent money, bill money, or funds needed for essential expenses.

• Set time limits: Decide in advance how much time you'll spend gambling and stick to it.

• Never chase losses: Accept losses as part of the game. Trying to win back losses often leads to bigger losses.

• Don't gamble when emotional: Avoid gambling when you're upset, stressed, depressed, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Take breaks: Step away regularly. Gambling should not dominate your time or thoughts.

• Balance gambling with other activities: Maintain relationships, hobbies, and responsibilities outside of gambling.

• Understand the odds: Accept that the house has an edge. Even "positive expected value" bets can and do lose.

Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Be honest with yourself and watch for these warning signs:

• Betting more than you can afford to lose

• Needing to bet larger amounts to feel the same excitement

• Chasing losses by betting more to try to win back money

• Lying to family or friends about gambling habits

• Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble

• Gambling interfering with work, school, or relationships

• Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut back

• Using gambling to escape problems or relieve negative feelings

• Returning to gambling after losing money to "get even"

• Neglecting responsibilities or self-care due to gambling

If you recognize any of these signs in yourself, please consider seeking help. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available.

Self-Assessment

Ask yourself these questions honestly:

1. Have you ever felt the need to bet more and more money?

2. Have you ever lied to people important to you about how much you gamble?

3. Do you ever gamble to escape worry or trouble?

4. Have you ever felt guilty about the way you gamble or what happens when you gamble?

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you may want to speak with a professional about your gambling habits.

Getting Help

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. These resources provide free, confidential support:

National Resources

• National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
  

  Available 24/7, 365 days a year. Call, text, or chat.

• National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org

• Gamblers Anonymous: www.gamblersanonymous.org
  

  Find local meetings and support groups.

• Gam-Anon (for family members): www.gam-anon.org
  

  Support for family and friends of problem gamblers.

State-Specific Resources

Many states have their own problem gambling resources and self-exclusion programs:

• Michigan: Michigan Gaming Control Board | Helpline: 1-800-270-7117

• New Jersey: NJ Self-Exclusion Program | Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER

• Pennsylvania: PA Council on Compulsive Gambling | Helpline: 1-800-848-1880

• New York: NY OASAS Problem Gambling | Helpline: 1-877-8-HOPENY

• Illinois: IL Gambling Help | Helpline: 1-800-522-4700

• Ohio: Ohio Casino Control Commission | Helpline: 1-800-589-9966

Self-Exclusion Programs

Most states with legal sports betting offer self-exclusion programs that allow you to voluntarily ban yourself from gambling at casinos and sportsbooks. These programs are typically free and confidential. Contact your state's gaming commission for more information.

Tools for Responsible Gambling

Many sportsbooks offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:

• Deposit limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much you can deposit

• Wager limits: Limit the amount you can bet in a given period

• Loss limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose

• Time limits: Set reminders or limits on how long you can play

• Cool-off periods: Take a temporary break from your account

• Self-exclusion: Permanently or temporarily close your account

We encourage you to use these tools proactively, before problems develop.

Our Age Verification Policy

+EV Bets is intended for adults only. You must be at least 21 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher) to use our service. We reserve the right to verify your age and to terminate accounts that violate this policy.

Questions?

If you have questions about responsible gambling or need additional resources, please contact us at [email protected].