Gaming on by99 should be an enjoyable part of your leisure time — not a source of stress, financial pressure or anxiety. This page gives you the tools, knowledge and honest guidance to keep things that way.
by99 is built for entertainment. Whether you are following a PSL match, placing a bet on a T20 international, spinning through Slots or playing Fish Games after work, the experience should be something you look forward to — not something that weighs on you.
Responsible gaming at by99 means giving every registered player the tools to set their own limits, understand the real nature of gambling, and step back when they need to. It is not about restricting your enjoyment. It is about making sure that enjoyment stays genuine.
The reality of gambling — whether it is sports betting on Cricket or playing Live Casino — is that the house maintains a long-term edge on every game. This is not a secret and it is not hidden at by99. You will win sometimes, and you will lose sometimes. The only money you should ever wager is money you are genuinely comfortable losing. If a winning streak feels like it is turning into a strategy for making income, that is the moment to pause and reset.
This page explains how to use by99's built-in responsible gaming tools, how to recognise the early warning signs that gaming may be becoming problematic, and what to do if you or someone in your household needs to take a break.
All responsible gaming tools on by99 are available to every registered player at no cost and can be activated through your account settings or by contacting the support team directly.
This sounds simple, and it is — but it is worth saying clearly because it is the foundation of everything else on this page.
Before depositing any PKR into your by99 account, ask yourself: if this money did not come back, would it cause real problems for me or my family? If the honest answer is yes, do not deposit it. Gaming funds should come from your discretionary budget — money set aside for leisure, separate from rent, groceries, bills, savings or any financial obligation.
Practically, this means deciding on a fixed gaming budget for the week or month before you start — not mid-session when emotions are running high. Many players find it useful to treat their gaming wallet the same way they treat a budget for eating out or entertainment: once it is gone for the month, it is gone. Chasing losses by depositing more to recover what you have spent is one of the most common ways casual gaming turns into a problem.
by99 allows you to set a deposit limit that restricts how much PKR you can deposit within a chosen time period — daily, weekly or monthly. Once the limit is reached, no further deposits will be accepted until the period resets. You can set or adjust your deposit limit through your account settings. Reducing a limit takes effect immediately. Increasing a limit has a cooling-off period built in, giving you time to reconsider.
Setting a deposit limit is one of the most effective steps a player can take. It removes the temptation to chase losses and keeps your gaming spend predictable, regardless of how a session goes.
Financial limits are important, but time management matters just as much. Extended gaming sessions — especially late at night or during periods of stress — are where recreational play can start to drift into unhealthy patterns. Losing track of time while playing is one of the earliest signs that gaming is taking up more headspace than it should.
by99 provides session time reminders that notify you when you have been playing for a set period. You choose the duration — 30 minutes, one hour, two hours — and the platform will prompt you when the time is up. You are free to continue after the reminder, but the pause is there to help you make a conscious choice rather than just carrying on by default.
Problem gambling does not usually arrive all at once. It builds gradually, and the early signs are often easy to rationalise or dismiss. The following are honest warning signs that your gaming may have moved beyond healthy recreation. There is no judgment in this list — it is simply a practical guide.
| Warning Sign | What It Looks Like |
|---|---|
| Chasing losses | Depositing more after a loss specifically to win back what you spent |
| Hiding activity | Concealing gaming from family members or minimising how much you spend |
| Borrowing to play | Taking a loan, using credit or delaying bill payments to fund gaming |
| Difficulty stopping | Finding it hard to stop even when you intended to finish |
| Gaming under stress | Turning to gaming as a way to escape problems, anxiety or low moods |
| Preoccupation | Thinking about gaming constantly — past sessions or planning the next one |
| Neglecting responsibilities | Missing work, skipping family commitments or neglecting daily tasks because of gaming |
| Broken resolutions | Repeatedly telling yourself you will stop or cut down, then not following through |
If two or more of the above apply to your current relationship with gaming, consider using by99's self-exclusion tool or taking a voluntary break. The support team is available 24/7 and will not judge you for reaching out.
If you are in serious financial difficulty as a result of gambling, do not deposit more money into any gaming platform — including by99. Contact our support team to activate a cooling-off period or full self-exclusion while you get things back on track.
Sometimes the most responsible thing you can do is step away entirely. by99 offers two levels of break that you can activate at any time through your account settings or by contacting support directly.
A cooling-off period temporarily suspends your ability to deposit or place bets for a short, fixed duration — 24 hours, 48 hours, one week or one month. Your account remains open and your balance is preserved, but you cannot add funds or wager during the period. This is useful when you feel you need a short reset without permanently closing your account.
Self-exclusion is a longer-term break that prevents access to your by99 account for an extended period — typically three months, six months, one year or indefinitely. During self-exclusion, your account is suspended, you will not receive promotional messages and you cannot log in. When a self-exclusion period ends, there is an additional mandatory cooling-off before the account can be reactivated, giving you time to confirm you genuinely want to return.
If you choose indefinite self-exclusion, the account will not be reactivated without a formal review process and a waiting period. by99 takes self-exclusion requests seriously and processes them without delay.
Self-exclusion requests sent to the by99 support team are actioned as a priority. You do not need to give a reason. If you ask for self-exclusion, it will be applied to your account without delay, and no attempt will be made to talk you out of it.
If you share a device or mobile with family members — including younger siblings or children — it is important to keep your by99 account credentials private. Do not save your password on a shared device, and do not leave your account open and unattended.
by99 is strictly an adults-only platform. All accounts require age verification before withdrawals are processed, and by99 will close any account found to belong to a person under 18 without hesitation. If you suspect someone in your household has registered using your details or a false age, contact support immediately.
Honest self-reflection is one of the most useful tools available to any player. Read through the questions below and think carefully about your honest answer to each one. If you find yourself answering "yes" to several of these, it may be a good time to use one of the tools described above or to reach out to support.
Do you sometimes spend more on gaming than you originally planned for that session?
Have you ever borrowed money or delayed a payment to fund a gaming deposit?
Do you find yourself thinking about your next gaming session frequently during the day?
Have you tried to cut down on gaming but found it difficult to follow through?
Do you sometimes game to escape stress, worry or a low mood rather than for enjoyment?
Have you hidden gaming activity or the amount you spend from family members?
After a losing session, do you feel a strong urge to deposit again to win back what you lost?
There are no right or wrong answers here — only honest ones. If this self-check raises concerns, the by99 support team is available 24/7 and can help you activate any of the tools on this page without judgment.
The by99 support team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you need to activate a break or just want to talk through your options, reach out any time.
Gaming is entertainment — not a way to earn income or solve financial problems. Every game on by99 has a built-in house edge over the long run. Win or lose, always stay within your personal budget.
Getting your limits in place takes less than two minutes. Here is exactly how to do it.
Go to by99 and log in using your registered mobile number and password. If you do not have an account yet, registration takes under a minute.
Tap or click your profile icon at the top right corner to open your account settings menu.
Look for the "Responsible Gaming" section within your account settings. All limit and self-exclusion tools are grouped here.
Choose a daily, weekly or monthly PKR deposit cap that reflects your genuine leisure budget. Enter the amount and confirm.
Choose how long you want to play before receiving a reminder. 60 or 90 minutes is a common choice for most players.
If you ever feel you need to step back, activate a cooling-off or self-exclusion period directly from the same section — or contact support to have it done for you immediately.
These tools are built into the platform specifically to help Pakistani players maintain a healthy relationship with gaming.
Cap your deposits in Pakistani Rupees on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. The limit applies across all payment methods — JazzCash, Easypaisa, Raast and bank transfer — so there are no gaps.
Set a timer that notifies you when your session has reached a specified length. A gentle prompt to pause and decide whether to continue — rather than playing on autopilot.
Take a short break of 24 hours, 48 hours, one week or one month. Deposits and bets are suspended for the duration, while your account balance and history remain safe.
Suspend your account for three months, six months, one year or indefinitely. The account is locked and promotional communications are stopped for the entire duration.
View your complete deposit, withdrawal and bet history at any time. Knowing exactly what you have spent and won over time is one of the clearest tools for staying in control.
The by99 support team is reachable at any hour. If you want to activate a limit or break, discuss your situation or simply ask a question, help is always available without judgment.
Answers to the questions Pakistani players ask most about responsible gaming tools on by99.
Create your by99 account, set your deposit limit from day one and enjoy Cricket betting, PSL markets, Slots, Fish Games and Live Casino — with the right tools in place to keep it fun.