Mr Fortune puts control into the conversation
At Mr Fortune, we believe gambling should remain a form of entertainment that fits comfortably within a person’s own boundaries. Keeping control means knowing how much time and money you are prepared to spend before you begin, and being willing to stop when that limit has been reached.
We encourage users in New Zealand to treat gambling as discretionary entertainment rather than a way to manage financial commitments. Money needed for everyday expenses, bills or other responsibilities should not be used for gambling.
If gambling stops feeling comfortable or manageable, taking a break is a sensible step. There is no need to wait until a situation becomes serious before choosing to pause.
Mr Fortune and the value of personal limits
Setting a personal spending limit can provide a clear boundary around gambling activity. Where account controls are available, users may be able to establish limits that help keep spending within an amount they have decided in advance.
Time can also be worth considering. A session that continues longer than intended can make it harder to keep track of activity, particularly when gambling becomes a regular habit.
We encourage users to make decisions about limits before playing rather than adjusting them in response to wins, losses or frustration. A limit should remain a boundary, not a target to work around.
Taking a break with Mr Fortune
Sometimes the most useful decision is simply to step away.
If you notice that gambling is taking more time than intended, affecting your routine or becoming difficult to leave behind, consider stopping for a period. Available account controls may include temporary breaks or other measures intended to create distance from gambling activity. Specific options can depend on account availability and applicable requirements.
A longer break may be appropriate when a short pause does not feel sufficient. Where self-exclusion options are available, these can provide a more substantial separation from gambling services.
If you request a restriction or exclusion, we encourage you to respect the period you have chosen rather than looking for ways around it.
When gambling no longer feels like entertainment
A change in how gambling feels can be worth paying attention to.
You may want to step back if you find yourself gambling to recover losses, spending more than planned, hiding gambling activity from people close to you, borrowing money to continue, or feeling unable to stop despite wanting to.
None of these situations needs to be dismissed or dealt with alone. Recognising that something has changed is a reason to pause and consider what support or additional restrictions may be appropriate.
At Mr Fortune, we do not view asking for help as a failure. Reaching out early can make it easier to regain control.
Mr Fortune supports a protected playing environment
Age restrictions form an important part of responsible gambling. Gambling services must not be used by people who do not meet the applicable minimum age requirements.
Mr Fortune may require information to establish age or identity where verification is necessary. Account details must belong to the person using the account, and attempts to bypass age or identity controls are not permitted.
Adults should also take reasonable steps to prevent children or other underage individuals from accessing gambling accounts or devices used to access gambling services.
Support is available when you need more than a pause
If gambling is causing financial, emotional or relationship difficulties, consider seeking support from an appropriate professional or gambling support service in New Zealand.
Our team can also be contacted about available account controls, restrictions or responsible gambling concerns. Specific support routes and account options may depend on the circumstances and services available in your region.
If you feel that reducing access is necessary, you can ask about the measures available to help you step away. A request for support should be treated respectfully and without judgment.
A responsible approach starts with a decision
Responsible gambling is not about predicting every outcome or trying to control a game. It is about keeping your own decisions within boundaries that remain manageable.
At Mr Fortune, we encourage users to set limits, take regular breaks and pay attention to changes in their gambling habits. If those boundaries become difficult to maintain, stopping and seeking support is the appropriate next step.
For users in New Zealand, responsible use also means respecting applicable age requirements, account controls and any restrictions that apply to gambling services.
