Responsible Gaming
at padcor
padcor believes gambling should always be fun — never a source of stress or hardship. Our responsible gaming program gives every Filipino player the tools, knowledge, and support they need to stay in control.
Fun First. Always in Control.
At padcor, responsible gaming is not just a checkbox on a regulatory form — it is a core part of how we operate every single day. We are fully regulated by PAGCOR, and our platform is built from the ground up to help Filipino players enjoy slots, live casino, sports betting, bingo, and sabong within healthy limits they set for themselves.
Whether you are a casual player in Quezon City spinning slots on a Friday night, or a sports bettor in Cebu following PBA and NBA action, padcor wants your gaming experience to stay enjoyable. That means having real, easy-to-use tools available inside your account at all times — deposit limits, session reminders, cool-off periods, and full self-exclusion options.
We also invest in player education, because understanding the odds and recognizing early signs of problem gambling are the two most powerful responsible gaming tools of all. Read on to learn everything padcor offers — and remember, support is always just a message away.
Strictly 21 and Above Only
Mandatory KYC for All Accounts
Every padcor player must submit a valid Philippine government-issued ID — PhilSys, passport, driver's license, UMID, SSS, or PRC ID — before making their first deposit. Date of birth is verified against the submitted document. Accounts that cannot confirm the 21+ age requirement are permanently declined.
Liveness & Face Match Verification
padcor uses regulated third-party identity verification technology to perform a liveness check and face-match against your submitted ID. This prevents minors from using a parent's or sibling's documents to bypass the age gate. Verification is a one-time process completed during account setup.
Ongoing Monitoring & Reporting
Even after initial verification, padcor's systems continuously monitor for behavioral patterns that may suggest an underage player is accessing the platform. Any suspicious activity is flagged for manual review. Accounts confirmed to belong to players under 21 are immediately suspended and reported to PAGCOR as required by law.
Parents and guardians: If you suspect a minor in your household is accessing padcor or any other online gambling site, please contact us immediately at [email protected]. We will act on all reports swiftly and confidentially.
Your Controls. All Free.
padcor gives you direct access to six powerful responsible gaming tools right inside your account dashboard. No need to call, no waiting period — most take effect instantly.
Deposit Limits
Set a daily, weekly, or monthly deposit cap in Philippine Peso (₱) directly from your account settings. Once your limit is reached, no further deposits are accepted until the period resets. You can lower your limit instantly, but raising it requires a 24-hour cooling-off period to prevent impulsive decisions.
Loss Limits
Define the maximum amount you are comfortable losing over a set period. When your net losses hit the threshold you configured, padcor automatically pauses your gameplay and notifies you. This is one of the most effective tools for keeping sessions within your personal budget — especially useful during high-variance slot sessions.
Session Time Limits
Set a maximum session duration before you sit down to play. When your chosen time is up, padcor displays a prominent reality-check notification and, if you have enabled hard session limits, automatically logs you out. Time flies when you are enjoying a hot slot — this tool makes sure you stay aware of how long you have been playing.
Reality Checks
Enable regular on-screen pop-up reminders that show your current session duration, net win or loss for the session, and a prompt asking whether you want to continue. Reality checks are configurable from every 15 minutes up to every 2 hours. They are a gentle, non-intrusive nudge to stay mindful of your play.
Cool-Off Periods
Need a short break from gambling without going through a full self-exclusion process? A cool-off period temporarily disables your padcor account for a duration of your choice — from 24 hours up to 6 weeks. During a cool-off, you cannot log in, deposit, or place bets. Existing balances are held safely and returned when the period ends.
Self-Exclusion
If you feel you need a longer or permanent break from online gambling, padcor's self-exclusion program closes your account for a minimum of 6 months, up to 5 years or permanently. During self-exclusion, padcor also removes you from all promotional mailing lists and proactively declines any re-registration attempts from the same identity.
How to Self-Exclude on padcor
Requesting self-exclusion takes less than five minutes. Here is exactly how to do it — step by step.
Log In to padcor
Go to padcor Login and sign in to your account using your registered email address and password. Make sure you are on the official padcor.net domain.
Open Account Settings
Click your profile icon in the top-right corner and navigate to Account Settings, then select the Responsible Gaming tab from the left-hand menu panel.
Choose Your Exclusion Period
Select your preferred self-exclusion duration: 6 months, 1 year, 2 years, 5 years, or Permanent. Confirm your choice by re-entering your account password as a security check.
Confirm & Done
padcor will send a confirmation email to your registered address. Your account is immediately locked. Any remaining balance is recorded and will be returned to your verified payment method upon expiry of the exclusion period.
Prefer to talk to someone? You can also request self-exclusion via padcor's 24/7 live chat or by emailing [email protected] with the subject line "Self-Exclusion Request." Our responsible gaming team will process your request within one hour, day or night.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually and is not always easy to recognize from the inside. padcor encourages all players to be honest with themselves and to watch for these warning signs.
- Spending more money on gambling than you originally planned or can afford
- Chasing losses — betting more to try to win back money you have already lost
- Lying to family or friends in Manila, Davao, or elsewhere about how much you gamble
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when you are not gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting work, studies, family responsibilities, or relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling activity
- Repeatedly trying and failing to cut back or stop gambling on your own
- Thinking about gambling constantly — planning next sessions, replaying past wins or losses
- Using gambling money intended for rent, bills, GCash load, or family needs
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please reach out to padcor's responsible gaming team at [email protected] or use the self-exclusion tools described above. You do not need to be in crisis to ask for help — early action is always the most effective.
PAGCOR & Support Resources
padcor operates under PAGCOR regulation, and we actively support PAGCOR's responsible gaming framework for the Philippine online gaming industry.
PAGCOR Regulation
padcor is licensed and regulated by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), the national body responsible for overseeing all legal gaming activities in the Philippines. PAGCOR's responsible gaming standards form the baseline for all padcor player protection policies, and we are required to report compliance metrics to PAGCOR on a regular basis.
National Council on Problem Gambling
The Philippines has established responsible gaming awareness programs through PAGCOR's own channels. If you need to speak with a counselor outside of the padcor platform, we encourage you to seek guidance through PAGCOR's official responsible gaming resources. Confidential support is available to all Filipino players, regardless of which platform they use.
padcor Support — 24/7
padcor's own responsible gaming support team is available around the clock every day of the year, including Philippine holidays. Whether you are in Metro Manila, Cebu City, Davao, Makati, or anywhere across the archipelago — live chat and email support for responsible gaming requests are always on. Response time for self-exclusion requests is under one hour.
Playing Responsibly Every Session
Set a Budget Before You Play
Decide before each session exactly how much you are willing to spend — and treat it like an entertainment expense, the same way you would budget for a movie or a night out in BGC. Use padcor's deposit limit feature to lock that budget in place so the decision is made before emotions are involved.
Never Chase Your Losses
Variance is a fundamental part of every casino game. A losing session is not something to "fix" by betting more — it is just part of how the games work mathematically. If you have hit your loss limit for the day, close the app, step away, and come back another time with a clear head. Chasing losses is the fastest path to problem gambling.
Take Regular Breaks
Long, uninterrupted gaming sessions impair judgment and increase impulsive betting behavior. Enable padcor's reality-check reminders to keep you aware of how long you have been playing. A 10-minute break every hour makes a significant difference to both your enjoyment and your decision-making quality.
Set Your Limits. Enjoy the Game.
padcor's responsible gaming tools are built into every account — free, instant, and always available. Log in now to configure your deposit limits, session reminders, and self-exclusion options.
padcor is intended for players aged 21 and above only. Gambling involves financial risk. Please play responsibly. PAGCOR regulated.