Online gaming should be enjoyable entertainment — not a source of stress, debt, or family problems. At 790pub, responsible gaming isn't something we put in the footer and forget. It's built into how the platform works, how we communicate with players, and how we respond when someone needs help. Here's everything you need to know about playing safely on 790pub.
Gaming is part of Filipino culture — bingo nights in Cebu, basketball betting during PBA season, a quick slot spin on a lunch break in Makati. 790pub understands and respects that culture. But we also understand that for some players, what starts as fun can become something harder to manage. And when that happens, we want to be on the right side of it.
790pub does not chase problem gamblers. We don't design features meant to maximize time-on-site at the expense of player wellbeing. We don't target players who are showing signs of problematic behavior with bigger bonus offers. Our responsible gaming program is designed to help Filipino players stay in control — not to look good on a compliance checklist.
Every 790pub account comes with a full suite of responsible gaming tools available in the account settings panel. No support ticket required, no waiting period for most tools, and no judgment. If you need to slow down or stop, we make it easy to do that.
Every tool below is available to all 790pub players through your account settings. They take effect quickly — most within minutes — and can be updated at any time except where a cooling-off or exclusion period is in progress.
Set a maximum deposit amount across three time horizons: daily (24 hours), weekly (rolling 7 days), and monthly (rolling 30 days). Once your limit is reached, any further deposit attempt is blocked until the period resets. Limits can be lowered immediately; increases take effect after a 24-hour cooling period to prevent impulsive changes.
Define the maximum duration of a single gaming session. Once your session limit is reached, 790pub will log you out automatically and display a summary of your session activity — time played, net result, and a reminder to take a break. You can set limits from 15 minutes to 8 hours per session.
Turn on timed pop-up reminders that appear at regular intervals during a gaming session — every 30, 60, or 90 minutes. Each reminder shows how long you've been playing, your net session result, and gives you a clear option to continue or end your session. A simple but effective way to stay grounded.
Your 790pub account dashboard shows a running summary of your gaming activity — total deposits, total withdrawals, net gaming position, and time played — broken down by day, week, and month. Knowing your real numbers is the first step to staying in control. This data is always visible in your account, no request needed.
Need a break without committing to a full exclusion? The cooling-off tool locks your account for a period you choose — 24 hours, 48 hours, 1 week, 2 weeks, or 6 weeks. During the cooling-off period, you cannot log in, deposit, or play. All marketing is paused. You can reactivate manually when the period ends.
Self-exclusion is the strongest tool available. When activated, your account is locked, all pending marketing is cancelled, and you are prevented from opening new accounts. Available periods range from 6 months to permanent. Self-exclusion takes effect immediately. Any funds in your account at the time of exclusion are returned to your registered withdrawal method after a review period.
Problem gambling doesn't always start suddenly. For most people, it builds gradually. Being able to recognize the early signs in yourself — or someone close to you — can make a real difference.
Increasing your bets or deposit amounts after losing, with the intention of "winning back" what you've lost. The odds on any game don't change based on your history — chasing losses is one of the fastest paths to serious financial harm.
Depositing money that was meant for rent, utilities, groceries, or family expenses. When gaming starts competing with basic financial obligations, it's no longer entertainment.
Feeling the need to conceal how much time or money you spend gaming from your partner, parents, or close friends. Secrecy around gambling is a significant warning sign — especially if you feel embarrassed or ashamed about the amounts involved.
Turning to gambling as a way to avoid dealing with stress, depression, anxiety, boredom, or difficult personal situations. This pattern tends to escalate over time and rarely provides the relief players are looking for.
Making genuine efforts to stop or reduce gaming — and finding you can't stick to those decisions for more than a short time. This loss of control over your own behavior is one of the clearest signs that gaming is becoming a problem.
Borrowing money from family, friends, or informal lenders to fund gaming activity. Asking for loans while having active unpaid gambling debts is a serious financial and psychological warning sign that support is needed.
Missing work, school, or important family commitments because of time spent gaming. When gaming is prioritized over the real-world responsibilities and relationships that matter most, it has moved beyond entertainment.
Experiencing agitation, irritability, or anxiety when you aren't able to play — especially when this discomfort drives you back to gaming earlier than you planned. This cycle of craving and relief is a behavioral pattern worth taking seriously.
Noticing that the excitement or satisfaction you used to get from smaller bets now requires larger and larger wagers. This tolerance effect — similar to what happens with substance dependence — is a recognized sign of problematic gambling behavior.
The questions below are adapted from widely used problem gambling screening tools. They're not a clinical diagnosis — but honest answers can help you understand where you are right now. Take a moment to go through them.
If you find yourself answering "yes" to two or more questions honestly, we encourage you to use 790pub's cooling-off or self-exclusion tools and speak with someone you trust. There's no shame in recognizing a pattern and doing something about it early.
Have you ever spent more money on gambling than you intended to when you started a session?
Have you ever tried to "win back" losses by depositing more money than you planned?
Have you ever gambled with money that was set aside for household expenses, bills, or family needs?
Have you ever felt the need to keep your gambling activity secret from people close to you?
Have you ever felt restless, irritable, or anxious when you were unable to gamble?
Have you ever borrowed money or sold belongings to fund gambling?
Has gambling ever negatively affected your work, studies, or relationships with family and friends?
Have you ever made repeated unsuccessful attempts to stop or significantly cut back on your gambling?
Self-exclusion is the strongest responsible gaming tool 790pub offers. When you activate a self-exclusion, your account is locked immediately, all marketing is cancelled, and you're prevented from opening a new account during the exclusion period. Here's how to activate it:
If you are unable to log in to your account, you can also request self-exclusion by contacting 790pub support directly via live chat or by emailing [email protected] with the subject line "Self-Exclusion Request." Include your registered name and mobile number.
790pub offers a range of self-exclusion durations. You don't have to commit to permanent exclusion to benefit from the tool. Even a 6-month break can provide significant relief and perspective.
Not ready for a full exclusion? The cooling-off period gives you a temporary pause — from 24 hours to 6 weeks — with full account lock and marketing pause. Unlike self-exclusion, cooling-off periods expire automatically and you can resume play when they end. Available options: 24 hours, 48 hours, 1 week, 2 weeks, 4 weeks, or 6 weeks.
790pub operates in alignment with the responsible gaming framework established by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). PAGCOR is the Philippine government agency responsible for regulating and licensing gaming operations in the country, and its responsible gaming policies set the minimum standards that all licensed or PAGCOR-aligned platforms must follow.
The 21+ age restriction enforced on 790pub is a PAGCOR-mandated requirement. Under Philippine law, individuals under 21 years of age are not permitted to participate in casino-style gambling, regardless of platform. 790pub enforces this through identity verification during the KYC process — not just a date-of-birth checkbox at registration.
PAGCOR's responsible gaming framework also includes provisions for player protection, prohibition of credit extensions for gambling, advertising standards, and requirements for platforms to provide and prominently communicate self-exclusion tools. 790pub builds these requirements into its core product rather than treating them as add-ons.
PAGCOR is the Philippine government-owned and controlled corporation authorized under Presidential Decree No. 1869 to regulate all games of chance in the Philippines. PAGCOR's responsible gaming guidelines are available through official government channels.
PAGCOR's responsible gaming program requires platforms to: enforce age restrictions; provide player protection tools; train staff on responsible gaming; display responsible gaming information prominently; and cooperate with self-exclusion requests from other PAGCOR-regulated venues.
If gaming is causing you distress — or if you're worried about someone else — you don't need to figure it out alone. There are real people available to help, including the 790pub support team and broader mental health and crisis resources available to Filipino players.
Our support team is trained on responsible gaming and can help you activate any account control tool immediately. Available via live chat (average 3–5 min response), Messenger, and Viber around the clock.
Send your self-exclusion or responsible gaming request to [email protected] with subject line "Responsible Gaming Request." Include your registered name and mobile number for faster processing.
The National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) operates a 24/7 crisis hotline for Filipinos experiencing mental health or personal crises, including those related to financial stress and gambling. Contact information is available through the NCMH official government website.
Gamblers Anonymous operates peer support groups in Metro Manila and other Philippine cities. GA meetings are free, confidential, and open to anyone who wants to address a gambling problem. Meeting schedules are available through local GA chapters.
Gaming at 790pub should be something you enjoy — not something you regret. Sign in to your account to review your gaming activity, set your limits, and make sure your responsible gaming tools are configured the way you want them. It takes two minutes, and it matters.