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HHDB Responsible Gaming — Play for Fun, Stay in Control

Gaming is at its best when it is purely for entertainment. HHDB believes every player can enjoy gaming responsibly and within their own limits. On this page you will find all the information, tools, and support you need to game responsibly.

18+ Adults Only
Set Your Own Limits
24/7 Support
Self-Exclusion Benefits

What Is Responsible Gaming and Why It Matters

Responsible gaming means treating gaming as a form of entertainment — not as a source of income or an escape from problems. At HHDB, we believe every player should enjoy gaming with full control over their time, money, and emotions.

Online gaming has grown hugely popular in Bangladesh. However, some players are falling into the trap of excessive gaming, which negatively affects their family life, finances, and mental well-being. HHDB is fully aware of this and treats responsible gaming as an integral part of the platform.

Our goal is to give you a gaming environment that is exciting and enjoyable, while keeping all the tools to manage your risk within easy reach. Responsible gaming at HHDB is not an option — it is our core commitment.

Core Principles: Gaming should be fun and controlled. You are gaming responsibly when you play for enjoyment and accept any money lost as the cost of entertainment.

Core Principles of Responsible Gaming

Responsible gaming at HHDB means following a few core principles. Keeping these in mind ensures gaming stays enjoyable at all times.

  • Only spend what you can spare: Only spend money you can afford to lose without it affecting your daily life. Never play with money set aside for rent, food, or medical expenses.
  • Set a time limit: Decide in advance how long you'll play each day or week, and stick to that limit.
  • Accept your losses: Losses are a normal part of gaming. Chasing losses with bigger bets will only make things worse.
  • Don't play on impulse: Avoid gaming when you're angry, emotionally stressed, or under the influence of alcohol.
  • Understand the reality: Every game outcome is entirely random. No strategy or pattern can guarantee a win.
  • Spend time with family and friends: Don't let gaming pull you away from your social life.

Keep in mind — it's not possible to consistently win at a casino or betting over the long run. This is entertainment, not a lottery. Think of each session like a cinema ticket — money spent for enjoyment.

Warning signs — how to tell if there's a problem

Gaming addiction develops gradually — often without you realising it. Watch out for the warning signs below.

Spending more than your budget and feeling regret the next day.

Placing bigger bets to try to win back money you've lost (chasing losses).

Hiding your gaming from family or friends, or lying about it.

You have tried to stop gaming but cannot.

Work, studies, or family responsibilities are being neglected.

You feel restless, irritable, or stressed when you are unable to game.

You are gaming with borrowed money or funds taken from others.

If you notice three or more of the above signs in yourself, contact HHDB's support team without delay. We are here to help, not to judge.

Verify Yourself

Ask yourself the questions below. If you answer yes to most of them, it may be time to review your gaming habits.

Self-Assessment Questionnaire

1

Have you spent more on gaming than your set budget in the past month?

2

Do you get angry or agitated when asked to stop gaming?

3

After a loss, do you tell yourself "just one more" and keep playing until everything is gone?

4

Do you hide the full extent of your gaming habits from family or those close to you?

5

Is gaming disrupting your sleep, eating habits, or daily work routine?

6

Do you often turn to gaming to relieve stress or loneliness?

7

Do you find it difficult to spend your free time without gaming?

Outcome Analysis: 0–2 Yes — You're in the clear. 3–4 Yes — Stay cautious and set limits. 5+ Yes — Seek support now and use HHDB's tools.

Steps to getting help

If you feel something is wrong — the first step is to acknowledge it. HHDB is here to support you, not judge you.

1
Be Honest with Yourself

The first step to solving a problem is recognizing that you need help. That courage is the biggest step of all.

2
Activate HHDB Self-Exclusion

Log in to your account and exclude yourself for a set period from the responsible gaming settings — 1 day, 1 week, or longer.

3
Contact HHDB Support

Reach out to the HHDB support team via live chat or email. They will guide you with full confidentiality.

4
Tell Someone You Trust

Talk to a family member or trusted friend. Their support can speed up your recovery.

5
Seek professional help when needed

Seeking advice from a mental health professional or counsellor for gaming addiction is completely normal and the smart thing to do.

Quick Protection Tools

Deposit Limit

Set your daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limit.

Session Time Limit

Set a maximum time limit for each gaming session.

Reality Check

Get periodic reminders of how long you've been playing.

Self-Exclusion

Temporarily suspend your account for a set period.

Cooling-Off Period

Set your own break from 24 hours up to 30 days.

Simple rules for safe play

Set a budget and stick to it

Set a time limit and use an alarm

Play for entertainment

Accept your losses and don't chase them

Make time for family

Get help as soon as you notice a problem

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18+ Only

HHDB strictly prohibits gaming for anyone under 18. No account is activated without age verification.

Every account's age is verified through KYC checks.

HHDB Responsible Gaming Tools & Features

Safety measures HHDB has in place to protect you

Personal Limit Settings

You can set your own daily, weekly, and monthly limits on deposits, bets, and losses. Lowering a limit takes effect immediately; raising one requires a 72-hour waiting period.

Self-Exclusion

You can exclude yourself for as little as 1 day or permanently close your account. No promotional messages will be sent during this period.

Session Timer & Reminders

A real-time timer shows how long you have been playing, with an option to set automatic breaks at scheduled intervals.

Loss Limit

Set the maximum amount in BDT you are willing to lose in a day or week — HHDB will automatically stop your gaming once that limit is reached.

Expert Support

HHDB's trained support team is always ready to help with responsible gaming concerns in complete confidence. Reach us directly via live chat.

Minor Protection

Access to HHDB is strictly prohibited for anyone under 18. No account is activated without KYC verification and age confirmation.

How to Activate Self-Exclusion

Secure your account in just a few simple steps

1
Log In to Your Account

Log in to your HHDB account and go to the profile menu in the top right corner.

2
Open Responsible Gaming Settings

Click "Responsible Gaming" in the profile menu.

3
Choose your type of self-exclusion

Choose what works for you — a cooling-off period, a fixed-term break, or permanent self-exclusion.

4
Set a Duration

1 day, 7 days, 30 days, 90 days, or permanent — choose the duration that works for you.

5
Confirm

Confirm with your OTP or password. Self-exclusion takes effect immediately and you will receive an SMS confirmation.

During self-exclusion, HHDB will not send any promotional offers, bonuses, or gaming notifications. The exclusion cannot be lifted before the set period ends.

Set Budget & Time Limits

Play on your own terms, keep it fun

Daily Deposit Limit

Set a maximum daily deposit amount in BDT. Once the limit is reached, deposits will be blocked automatically.

Weekly Loss Limit

Set the maximum amount in BDT you're willing to lose in seven days. Once that limit is reached, gaming will stop automatically.

Session Time Limit

Set how long you want to play in one session in advance. You will receive an automatic logout and break notification when the time is up.

Single Bet Limit

Set a maximum amount you can place on a single bet. This helps protect you from significant losses.

Lowering a limit takes effect immediately. Increasing a limit requires a 72-hour review period — this protects you from making decisions in the heat of the moment.

Common Questions about Responsible Gaming

Frequently Asked Questions about HHDB's Responsible Gaming Policy

Yes. Activating self-exclusion keeps your account balance completely safe. Once the exclusion period ends, you can withdraw as normal. For permanent exclusion, contact support to request a withdrawal.

Yes, but only after a 72-hour review period. This delay is intentional — to prevent impulsive decisions. Lowering a limit, however, takes effect immediately.

No. Your account information is completely confidential. However, you are welcome to inform your family yourself and use their support to stay within your limits — this often proves more effective.

No. HHDB's system detects and blocks any attempt to open a new account using the phone number or ID of a self-excluded individual. This is a key part of our protection measures.

Yes. Bangladesh's National Mental Health Helpline and several mental health clinics offer addiction counseling. The HHDB support team can help connect you with the right resources.

Enjoy HHDB Responsibly

Safety meets fun — register at HHDB, set your own limits, and start gaming responsibly.

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