Betting is meant to be fun. At s98com we believe every Pakistani player deserves a safe, balanced experience — which is why responsible gaming tools are built into the platform from day one, not added as an afterthought. If you ever feel things are getting out of hand, everything you need to take back control is right here.
Let us be direct about something that a lot of betting platforms dance around: gambling involves real money, and for some people, it can become a problem. s98com is a responsible gaming platform that acknowledges this reality openly rather than hiding it in small print.
Responsible gaming means betting within your means — using money you can genuinely afford to lose, not money set aside for rent, food, or your family's needs. It means treating every rupee you put into s98com as entertainment spend, exactly the same way you would think about money spent at a restaurant or on a cricket ticket. When the entertainment stops feeling like fun and starts feeling like pressure or desperation, that is the sign something has shifted.
Most of the 500,000+ players on s98com enjoy the platform as straightforward entertainment — placing a few bets on PSL, spinning a few slots, and playing live casino with friends. That is exactly how it should be. The responsible gaming tools on s98com exist for the minority of players who experience difficulties — and s98com makes them easy to find and easy to use, because catching a problem early makes all the difference.
There is no judgement here. Using the responsible gaming tools on s98com is not a sign of weakness — it is a sensible decision that the s98com team actively encourages.
All tools are available in Account Settings. All take effect immediately when activated. All are completely free.
| Tool | Daily Option | Weekly Option | Monthly Option | Custom Duration | Reversible? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deposit Limits | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | After 48-hour delay |
| Loss Limits | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | After 48-hour delay |
| Session Time Limits | ✓ | — | — | Per session | Yes (immediately) |
| Cooling-Off | ✓ (24/48 h) | ✓ | ✓ | — | No (until period ends) |
| Self-Exclusion | — | — | ✓ (1–12 months) | Permanent option | No (during period) |
| Reality Check | — | — | — | 30/60/90 min | Yes (immediately) |
Most people who develop a gambling problem do not suddenly wake up one day with a crisis. It builds gradually, and the signs can be easy to miss or rationalise. Knowing what to watch for — in yourself or someone you care about — is the first step to catching it early.
Answer these eight questions honestly. There are no right or wrong answers — this is for your own awareness only. s98com does not store your responses.
All tools are accessible from your account settings. No special request needed — you control your own limits.
Go to s98com.app/login and sign in with your registered mobile number and password. SMS OTP verification may be required.
Click your profile icon (top-right corner) and select "Account Settings" from the dropdown menu. This opens your full account management panel.
In Account Settings, find the "Responsible Gaming" section. All six tools — deposit limits, loss limits, session time, cooling-off, self-exclusion, and reality checks — are listed here with clear on/off toggles and input fields.
Select the tool you want to activate, enter the amount or duration, and confirm. Restrictive changes (lower limits, cooling-off, self-exclusion) take effect immediately. Limit increases take 48 hours.
s98com will send an SMS confirmation to your registered mobile number when any responsible gaming tool is activated, changed, or lifted. Keep this as a record of the change.
If you are having difficulty activating a tool, or if you want to self-exclude urgently and cannot wait, contact s98com support via live chat available 24 hours a day, or email support@s98com.app. We will action it immediately.
Responsible gaming at s98com is not just about tools you activate yourself. There are active protections running in the background, all the time.
Watching a family member or close friend develop a gambling problem is painful and confusing — especially if they are not ready to admit there is an issue. You cannot force someone to stop gambling, but there are things you can do that help.
Start a calm conversation. Choose a quiet moment — not immediately after a gambling-related argument or crisis — to express concern without accusation. Focus on what you have observed, not what you assume they are feeling. "I have noticed you seem stressed about money lately, and I am worried about you" is more likely to be heard than "You are ruining our family with your gambling."
Do not enable. Lending money that will likely be used for gambling, or covering gambling-related debts without the person understanding the consequences, makes it easier for the problem to continue. This is genuinely hard to do when someone you love is in distress, but it is important.
Take care of yourself too. Family members of people with gambling problems are often severely affected themselves — financially, emotionally, and in their relationships. You are not responsible for fixing the problem, and you should not sacrifice your own wellbeing in the attempt.
Contact s98com if you have evidence of a problem. If you have direct knowledge that someone is using your identity or payment details to gamble, contact s98com support immediately at support@s98com.app. We will investigate and take appropriate action to protect you.
Quick reminders to keep your s98com experience positive.
Register free, set a deposit limit from day one, and enjoy cricket betting, live casino, jackpot slots and esports — all with the peace of mind that s98com's responsible gaming tools have your back.
18+ only. If you are concerned about your gambling, use the tools available in your s98com account settings or contact support@s98com.app.