At par98, gambling is entertainment — not a way to make money or solve financial problems. This page gives you the tools, information and guidance to keep your gaming experience enjoyable, within your budget and under your own control at all times.
Responsible gaming means playing with a clear head, a set budget and realistic expectations. It means treating casino games, slots and cricket betting as a form of entertainment — something you enjoy in your free time — rather than a strategy to earn income or recover financial losses.
For most players in Pakistan, par98 is simply a fun way to follow PSL matches more closely, enjoy live casino games with real dealers or spin a few rounds on a favourite slot. That is exactly what it should be. The problems start when gambling shifts from entertainment to a compulsion — when you chase losses, hide your playing from family, or gamble with money meant for household expenses.
par98 has built a set of tools directly into the platform so you can keep things in check without needing to speak to anyone. You are in the driver's seat. Set your limits before you start, stick to them and you will always stay in control.
Our Commitment: par98 is committed to making responsible gaming tools easy to find and easy to use. If you are ever unsure about your habits, the self-assessment section below can help you reflect honestly on how gambling fits into your life.
Reflect honestly on these questions. If several of them apply to you regularly, it may be worth using the self-exclusion or limit tools below.
If you answered yes to 3 or more: Consider using the deposit limit or self-exclusion tools on par98. Taking a break and reassessing is always the right move.
All tools are available in your account settings — no need to contact support to activate them
Set a maximum amount you can deposit into your par98 account per day, per week or per month in PKR. Once your limit is reached, no further deposits will be accepted until the period resets. Lowering a deposit limit takes effect immediately. Raising a limit requires a cooling-off period before it applies.
Set a maximum session length — for example, 1 hour, 2 hours or any custom duration — after which par98 will automatically log you out. You will receive a reminder notification shortly before your session limit is reached, giving you a chance to wrap up any active games. The session timer resets only after you log back in.
Reality check notifications appear at regular intervals during your session to show you how long you have been playing and how much you have deposited and wagered in that session. These reminders help you stay aware of time and money spent — things that can easily slip past when you are focused on a game or following a PSL match live.
If you want a short break without committing to a full self-exclusion, the cooling-off feature lets you pause your account for 24 hours, 7 days or 30 days. During a cooling-off period, you cannot log in or deposit. Your account and balance remain intact and become accessible again when the period ends.
Self-exclusion is for players who want a longer or permanent break from gambling. You can exclude yourself for 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year or permanently. During a self-exclusion period, your account is fully locked — you cannot log in, deposit, place bets or access games. The exclusion cannot be reversed before the chosen period expires.
Set a cap on how much you are willing to lose per day, week or month. When your net loss reaches the limit you have set, par98 will prevent further bets or casino play for the remainder of that period. This is one of the most effective tools for keeping gambling spending predictable and within budget — particularly useful if you find that losing streaks tend to push you to keep playing longer than you intended.
All responsible gaming tools are built into your par98 account. You do not need to contact support to set a deposit limit or activate a cooling-off period — it takes less than a minute from inside your account settings.
Open par98 on your browser or through the mobile app. Log in using your registered mobile number and password. If you have two-factor authentication enabled, complete the OTP step as usual.
Tap or click on your account icon at the top right corner of the screen. Select "Account Settings" from the dropdown menu. Scroll down to the "Responsible Gaming" section — it is clearly labelled.
Select the tool you want — deposit limit, session timer, reality check, cooling-off or self-exclusion. Enter your preferred amount or time duration. Review the setting and confirm. Limit reductions take effect immediately.
Once confirmed, par98 will send a notification to your registered mobile number or email confirming that the limit or restriction is now active. Keep this confirmation for your records. You can view your active limits any time from the same settings section.
Gambling problems do not always look obvious from the outside. Here are some common warning signs — in yourself or someone you know — that suggest gambling has moved beyond entertainment.
Take Action Early: The earlier you recognise these signs, the easier it is to address them. Use par98's built-in tools or take a break from the platform. If gambling is affecting your daily life or relationships, speaking to someone you trust is a positive step.
Simple habits that keep gambling an enjoyable activity rather than a stressful one
Decide exactly how much PKR you are comfortable spending before you open the app or browser. Treat it like a leisure expense — the same way you would budget for going out or buying a cricket match ticket.
Set a time limit before you start — not just a money limit. It is easy to lose track of time during a live casino session or while following a T20 match on the betting section. Use par98's session timer to enforce this automatically.
If you have reached your budget for the day, stop. Placing more bets to try to recover losses is one of the most common ways a fun session turns into a bad experience. Accept the loss as the cost of entertainment and come back another day.
Gambling while emotionally charged — after a bad day, a family argument or financial stress — significantly increases the chance of poor decisions and overspending. Play when you are relaxed and in a good headspace.
Step away from the screen regularly — even mid-session. Get up, have a glass of water or chai, and come back with fresh eyes. Continuous play without breaks reduces awareness of how much time and money has been spent.
Every casino game and betting market has a built-in house edge. Over time, most players will spend more than they win — this is normal and expected. Winning is a nice surprise, not a reliable outcome. Plan your budget around spending, not around expected winnings.
Only ever gamble with money that is yours and that you can genuinely afford to lose. Using borrowed money — whether from a friend, family member or any credit facility — to fund gambling puts you at serious financial risk regardless of outcome.
Make sure gambling is just one of many leisure activities in your life — not the main one. Keep time for family, friends, hobbies and physical activity. When gambling starts crowding out other things you enjoy, that is a sign worth paying attention to.
Check your par98 transaction history occasionally to see exactly what you have deposited and withdrawn over the past month. Numbers on a screen can feel abstract in the moment — a monthly review gives you a clear picture of what gambling actually costs you.
par98 is strictly for adults aged 18 and above. We take underage access seriously and have multiple layers of protection in place to prevent minors from registering or playing on the platform.
All new accounts are subject to age verification during the registration process. Where verification cannot be completed automatically, manual document review is required before the account becomes fully active. Any account found to have been registered by a minor is immediately closed and all associated balances are voided.
If you share a device with younger family members — younger siblings, children or other minors in the household — please take steps to keep par98 inaccessible to them. Here are some practical steps:
Spotted Underage Access? If you believe a minor has accessed or registered on par98, contact our support team immediately via live chat so we can take action right away.
Set your limits, use the tools available and enjoy par98's casino, slots and cricket betting as the entertainment it is meant to be. Register today and start with a budget you are comfortable with.