Gambling Awareness

Play Responsibly

Real-money gaming on Yono apps and similar platforms carries genuine financial risk. There is no guaranteed way to profit, and the odds are structured so that, over time, players are more likely to lose money than to gain it. Treat gaming as a form of entertainment — like any other leisure activity with a cost — not as a source of income or a way to resolve financial problems. Only ever play with money you can genuinely afford to lose, and never chase losses by depositing more in the hope of recovering what you have already spent.

Know the Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Recognising the warning signs early is the most effective way to address it. Common signs include:

• —Chasing losses — continuing to play or depositing more money to try to win back what you have lost.
• —Borrowing money, selling possessions, or using bill money in order to play.
• —Neglecting work, studies, family responsibilities, or health because of gaming.
• —Feeling unable to stop or reduce your play, even when you want to.
• —Lying to family or friends about how much time or money you spend on gaming.
• —Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not playing, or when trying to cut back.

If any of these apply to you, please reach out to the support resources listed below.

Set Your Limits

The most effective protection against problem gambling is setting firm personal limits before you start playing — not after. Before every gaming session, decide on and commit to three limits:

• —Deposit limit: the maximum amount you will add to your account in this session.
• —Loss limit: the amount at which you will stop playing for the day, regardless of the temptation to continue.
• —Time limit: the maximum time you will spend playing in a single session.

Once you reach any of these limits, stop immediately. Do not make exceptions. Many Yono apps allow you to set deposit and time limits directly in the app's settings — use these features proactively.

Who Can Play

Participation in real-money gaming is strictly restricted to adults aged 18 years and above. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the age requirement in your jurisdiction. Beyond age, you must also verify that real-money online gaming is legally permitted in your state. Certain Indian states impose specific restrictions or outright bans on skill-based gaming for stakes:

• —Andhra Pradesh (AP): the AP Gaming Act prohibits most forms of real-money online gaming. Residents should not participate.
• —Telangana: the Telangana Gaming Act restricts online gaming for stakes. Residents should not participate.
• —Tamil Nadu: legislation restricting online gaming has been introduced; residents should verify current law before participating.

Regulations change. Always verify the current legal position in your state before depositing money on any platform.

Self-Exclusion

If you feel your gaming is getting out of control, self-exclusion is one of the most effective steps you can take. Most Yono apps and real-money gaming platforms include a self-exclusion option in their account Settings or responsible gaming section. Self-exclusion allows you to suspend or permanently close your account for a set period, preventing you from depositing or playing during that time. We strongly encourage players who are struggling to use this feature immediately — do not wait until a problem becomes severe. If you cannot find the self-exclusion option, contact the app's customer support and request account closure directly.

Get Help

If you or someone you know is experiencing difficulties related to gambling, professional help is available in India. All of the following services are confidential:

• —iCall (TISS): 9152987821 — free counselling helpline operated by the Tata Institute of Social Sciences.
• —Vandrevala Foundation: 1860-2662-345 — 24/7 mental health helpline with counsellors available in multiple Indian languages.
• —iGaming & Gambling Help Resources: your state's health department website may list local counselling services and addiction support centres.

Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness. Help is available and recovery is possible.

Our Commitment

YonoLink.co is committed to promoting safe and responsible gaming across everything we publish. We include responsible gaming reminders throughout the site, link to this page wherever relevant, and will not promote any gaming app that we believe targets vulnerable users or minors. We do not publish content that glamourises excessive gambling or misrepresents the financial outcomes of real-money gaming. If you have suggestions for how we can further support safer gaming on this site, please contact us at [email protected].