Player Safety First

Responsible Gaming
at etv99

At etv99, we believe that gaming should always be an enjoyable and controlled leisure activity. Our responsible gaming framework provides every player in Bangladesh with the tools, guidance, and support they need to stay in control — because your well-being always comes before your bets.

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Your Safety Is Our Priority

etv99 provides deposit limits, session reminders, cool-off periods, and full self-exclusion options — all available instantly from your account settings. If you ever feel that gambling is no longer fun, our 24/7 support team is here to help.

Important Notice: Gambling is intended for adults aged 18 and above only. If you or someone you know may have a gambling problem, please reach out to our support team immediately at [email protected] or use the self-exclusion tools in your account settings. Help is always available.

Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming

etv99 is deeply committed to providing a safe, fair, and responsible gaming environment for every player on our platform. We recognise that while the vast majority of our players enjoy gambling purely as a form of entertainment, a small number of individuals may develop patterns of behaviour that cause harm to themselves or their loved ones. It is our responsibility — and our genuine priority — to support those players and to maintain safeguards that prevent gambling-related harm before it escalates.

Our responsible gaming programme is built around four core pillars: prevention (keeping underage individuals off the platform and providing education about gambling risks), early intervention (identifying at-risk players through behavioural monitoring and proactive outreach), player empowerment (giving every player full control over their spending and time on the platform), and compassionate support (ensuring that anyone who needs help can reach our team or external organisations without barriers).

We are committed to continuous improvement of our responsible gaming practices. Our internal team reviews player behaviour data regularly, updates our player protection tools in line with industry best practices, and trains our customer support staff to identify and respond appropriately to signs of problem gambling.

etv99's Responsible Gaming Pledge: We will never knowingly allow underage individuals to gamble on our platform. We will always provide free and accessible tools for players to manage their gambling. We will never target marketing at vulnerable or self-excluded individuals. We will always direct players in distress to appropriate support resources without delay.
Prevention First

Strict age verification, responsible marketing practices, and clear gambling risk disclosures on all promotional materials keep vulnerable individuals protected from the outset.

Behavioural Monitoring

Our platform monitors for indicators of problem gambling such as sharp increases in deposit frequency, late-night extended sessions, and rapid increases in stake sizes — triggering proactive welfare checks.

Trained Support Staff

Every member of etv99's customer support team receives specific training in recognising and responding to problem gambling behaviour, with clear escalation protocols and access to specialised resources.

Age Restriction — 18+ Policy

etv99 operates a strict minimum age policy. No person under the age of 18 years is permitted to register an account, make a deposit, or participate in any game or betting activity on the etv99 platform. This policy applies without exception to all players in Bangladesh and all other jurisdictions in which etv99 operates.

During the account registration process, all players are required to confirm that they are 18 years of age or older. We enforce this commitment through a multi-stage identity verification process:

  • Registration declaration: Every new player must tick an explicit checkbox confirming they are aged 18 or above before completing registration.
  • KYC document verification: We require all players to submit a valid government-issued identity document — such as a National Identity Card (NID) or passport — before processing their first withdrawal. This document is checked to confirm date of birth.
  • Payment method verification: Where a player uses a mobile financial service such as bKash, Nagad, or Rocket, we cross-reference the registered mobile number with the account details provided during registration.
  • Random verification checks: etv99 may request additional identity verification at any time, including from players who have been registered for an extended period, to ensure continued compliance with our age policy.

Any account found to belong to a person under the age of 18 will be closed immediately. All funds in the account, including any winnings, will be forfeited and the situation will be reported to the appropriate authorities where legally required.

Protecting Minors in Your Household: If you share a device with younger family members, we strongly recommend using parental control software and ensuring that your etv99 account credentials are kept strictly private. Never share your login details with anyone. If you believe a minor has accessed your account, contact our support team immediately at [email protected].
18+ Strictly Enforced

etv99 is an adult-only platform. Gambling is not suitable for children or young people. By using etv99, you confirm you are aged 18 or above and that you are not subject to any self-exclusion order.

18+
Minimum Age Requirement

Recognising Problem Gambling

Problem gambling — sometimes referred to as gambling disorder — is a pattern of gambling behaviour that causes significant harm to the individual, their family, or their broader social and financial life. It can develop gradually, which is why early recognition is so important. etv99 encourages every player to periodically reflect on their gambling habits and to seek help early if they notice any of the following warning signs.

Chasing Losses

Placing increasingly large bets in an attempt to win back money that has already been lost. Chasing losses is one of the most common and dangerous signs of problem gambling behaviour.

Neglecting Responsibilities

Missing work, family obligations, or social commitments in order to gamble, or spending time that was allocated to other responsibilities on gaming activities instead.

Gambling with Essential Funds

Using money set aside for rent, food, bills, or other essential expenses to fund gambling, or borrowing money from family, friends, or lenders specifically to gamble.

Loss of Control

Repeatedly failing to stop gambling when you intended to, or finding that you are unable to stick to pre-set time or money limits despite genuinely wanting to.

Secrecy & Deception

Hiding gambling activity from family members or close friends, lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling, or feeling the need to disguise gambling-related transactions.

Emotional Distress

Feeling anxious, irritable, depressed, or restless when not gambling, or gambling as a way to escape personal problems, relieve stress, or manage negative emotions.

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you care about, please do not wait. Contact our support team at [email protected] and ask about our self-exclusion programme, or use the deposit and session limit tools available in your etv99 account settings. Early intervention makes a significant difference to recovery outcomes.

Self-Assessment Questionnaire

Answer the following questions honestly to help you reflect on whether your gambling habits are within a healthy range. This questionnaire is for personal guidance only and is not a clinical diagnostic tool. If you answer "yes" to three or more questions, we strongly encourage you to use the player protection tools described in the next section, or to contact our support team.

1Have you ever spent more money on gambling than you originally planned or could afford to lose?
2Have you ever borrowed money or sold belongings in order to fund your gambling?
3Have you ever lied to family members or friends about how much time or money you spend gambling?
4Have you experienced feelings of guilt, shame, anxiety, or depression as a direct result of your gambling?
5Have you found yourself gambling for longer periods of time than you intended, or returning to gamble more after losing?
6Has gambling ever caused you to miss work, school, or important family or social commitments?
7Have you ever tried to stop or reduce your gambling but found that you were unable to do so?
8Do you find yourself thinking about gambling frequently — planning your next session, reliving past wins or losses, or calculating how to fund future bets?
Three or more "yes" answers? This does not mean you have a gambling disorder, but it does suggest that your gambling habits deserve closer attention. Please consider activating deposit limits or a cooling-off period, or contact our support team at [email protected] to discuss your options confidentially.
18+
Minimum Age Enforced
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Support Availability
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To Activate Self-Exclusion
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Cost to Use All Protection Tools

Player Protection Tools

etv99 provides a comprehensive suite of player protection tools that are available to every registered account holder free of charge, at any time, directly through the account settings panel. These tools are designed to put you firmly in control of your gambling behaviour. You do not need to provide a reason to activate any of them, and our support team will never pressure you to reconsider once you have made a decision to use a limit or restriction.

Deposit Limits

Set a maximum deposit amount on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. Once your chosen limit is reached, no further deposits will be processed until the limit period resets. Increases to deposit limits require a 24-hour cooling period before taking effect; decreases take effect immediately.

Loss Limits

Set a ceiling on the total amount you are willing to lose over a defined period. When your net losses reach this threshold within the period, your account is automatically restricted from further real-money play until the limit resets, helping to prevent runaway loss-chasing sessions.

Session Time Limits

Define the maximum duration of a single gaming session. When your session time is reached, you will receive a clear on-screen notification and the option to end your session. Continued play beyond the limit requires a deliberate opt-in action, keeping your choices conscious.

Reality Check Reminders

Enable regular pop-up reminders at intervals you choose (every 30, 60, or 90 minutes) showing you how long you have been playing and your net session result to date. These reminders encourage periodic reflection without interrupting your gaming unless you choose to stop.

Cool-Off Period

Take a short break from gambling by activating a cool-off period of 24 hours, 48 hours, 7 days, or 30 days. During a cool-off period, you cannot deposit or place bets, but your account remains open. The period cannot be shortened once activated.

Wager Limits

Set a maximum single-bet or aggregate-stake limit per session or per day. Wager limits prevent high-stakes impulsive betting during emotional or stressful moments and help you keep your stakes proportionate to your entertainment budget.

Marketing Opt-Out

Opt out of all promotional emails, SMS messages, and bonus notifications at any time through your account preferences. Players who are actively using cooling-off periods or self-exclusion are automatically removed from all marketing communications with no action required.

Account Activity Report

Request a full statement of your account activity — including all deposits, withdrawals, bets, wins, losses, and session durations — for any period up to the past 12 months. This report helps you keep an accurate picture of your gambling behaviour over time.

How to Activate These Tools: Log in to your etv99 account and navigate to Account Settings > Responsible Gaming. All tools are available from that panel. If you experience any difficulty activating a tool, contact our support team at [email protected] and a team member will assist you within one hour during Bangladesh Standard Time business hours.

Self-Exclusion Programme

Self-exclusion is our most powerful player protection tool, designed for players who feel that they need a complete break from gambling. When you activate a self-exclusion on etv99, your account is immediately suspended: all login access is removed, all pending withdrawal requests are processed and returned to you, and you are removed from all marketing communications permanently for the duration of the exclusion.

etv99 offers self-exclusion periods of six months, one year, two years, three years, and five years, as well as a permanent self-exclusion option for players who wish to close their account indefinitely. All self-exclusion periods are strictly enforced — they cannot be shortened or reversed before the chosen period expires, regardless of the circumstances. This is a deliberate design choice to ensure that the tool is genuinely effective when you need it most.

To activate self-exclusion, you may do so in one of two ways:

  • Via your account settings: Log in to etv99, navigate to Account Settings > Responsible Gaming > Self-Exclusion, select your preferred exclusion period, and confirm your choice. The exclusion takes effect within five minutes of confirmation.
  • Via our support team: Contact our support team at [email protected] with the subject line "Self-Exclusion Request", state your registered account username and your chosen exclusion period, and our team will process your request within one hour and send you a written confirmation.

Once a self-exclusion is active, etv99 will take all reasonable technical measures to prevent you from opening a new account or accessing the platform during the exclusion period. If you believe you have inadvertently circumvented your self-exclusion, you are obligated to notify our support team immediately. Any winnings accumulated by a self-excluded player who has circumvented their exclusion may be forfeited.

When your self-exclusion period expires, your account will not be automatically reactivated. You will be required to contact our support team and complete a reinstatement process, which includes a short responsible gaming assessment and a mandatory 24-hour reflection period before access is restored. This ensures that your return to the platform is a considered and deliberate decision.

Self-exclusion is permanent for its duration. Please consider your decision carefully before activating self-exclusion. Once confirmed, etv99 cannot reinstate your account early, even in exceptional circumstances. If you are in crisis and need to speak to someone before deciding, please contact our support team first — we are here to listen and to help you find the right option for your situation.
Self-Exclusion Periods

Choose the period that gives you the space and time you need.

6 Months Recommended first step
1 Year Most commonly chosen
2 Years Extended recovery period
3 Years Long-term commitment
5 Years Serious intervention
Permanent Irreversible closure

Support Resources & Help Contacts

You are never alone. If gambling is causing you distress, financial hardship, or relationship difficulties, reaching out for help is the most important step you can take. etv99's support team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to listen without judgement and to help you access the right resources. In addition to our in-house support, we encourage players to make use of the following guidance and assistance channels.

etv99 Support Team

Our dedicated responsible gaming support team is your first point of contact for any gambling-related concern. We can help you activate account limits, process self-exclusion requests, provide referrals to specialist support, and discuss your situation confidentially. All enquiries are handled with sensitivity and without judgement.

Email: [email protected]
Subject line: "Responsible Gaming Enquiry"
Response time: Within 1 hour (Bangladesh Standard Time peak hours)

Talk to Trusted People Around You

Speaking openly with a trusted family member, close friend, or religious counsellor about your gambling habits can be a powerful first step. Many people find that simply voicing their concerns to someone they trust helps them take action more quickly than trying to address the issue alone.

Consider speaking to a family member, a trusted colleague, a community leader, or a healthcare professional. In Bangladesh, general practitioners and mental health professionals at district hospitals can provide referrals to counselling and support services.

Professional Counselling Services

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing are well-established clinical approaches for treating gambling disorder. If you believe you need professional intervention, we recommend consulting a licensed psychologist, psychiatrist, or counsellor at a recognised mental health facility in Dhaka, Chittagong, Sylhet, or your nearest divisional city. Many hospitals in Bangladesh offer outpatient mental health services including addiction counselling.

Crisis & Emergency Support

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis related to gambling — including thoughts of self-harm, severe depression, or acute anxiety — please contact emergency services in Bangladesh immediately. The National Mental Health Helpline in Bangladesh operates to connect individuals in distress with appropriate mental health support. You may also visit the emergency department at your nearest government hospital without prior appointment.

A note for family members and loved ones: If someone close to you is struggling with problem gambling, you can contact our support team on their behalf at [email protected]. While we are unable to share account-specific information with third parties, we can provide general guidance, resources, and information about how to encourage your loved one to seek help. You do not need to be the account holder to reach out.

Tips for Safer Gaming

The overwhelming majority of etv99 players enjoy gambling as a relaxing and entertaining pastime without experiencing any harmful effects. Following these practical guidelines can help ensure that your gaming remains a positive and enjoyable part of your leisure time, now and in the future.

Set a Budget Before You Start

Decide how much money you can comfortably afford to lose before you begin each gaming session, and treat that amount as the cost of your entertainment. Never gamble with money that is allocated to essential expenses such as rent, food, utilities, or debt repayments.

Set a Time Limit and Stick to It

Decide in advance how long you will play, and use etv99's session time limit tool to enforce that decision. Take regular breaks during longer sessions. Extended uninterrupted play can impair judgement and encourage impulsive betting behaviour.

Gamble for Fun, Not for Income

All casino games and sports betting involve chance. There is no reliable strategy that guarantees a profit over time. Treat gambling strictly as a form of paid entertainment — any winnings are a welcome bonus, never an expected outcome or a financial plan.

Never Chase Your Losses

If you reach your budget limit for a session, stop — regardless of how your session has gone. Attempting to win back losses by placing additional bets is one of the most common pathways into problem gambling and almost always results in greater losses.

Avoid Gambling When Upset or Tired

Emotional states such as stress, anger, sadness, or fatigue impair decision-making and risk assessment. Avoid gambling as a way to cope with negative emotions or to unwind from a difficult day. If you are not in a calm, clear-headed state, it is better to wait.

Keep Gambling in Balance

Maintain a healthy balance between gambling and other leisure activities. If you find that gambling is becoming your primary hobby or is displacing other interests, social relationships, physical activity, or family time, this is a signal to reassess your habits and speak to someone.

Remember: Gambling should always be an enjoyable, voluntary leisure activity. The moment it stops feeling fun and starts feeling like a compulsion, an obligation, or a source of anxiety, it is time to pause and seek support. etv99 is here to help — contact us at [email protected] at any time.

Play Safely and Enjoy etv99

Now that you understand our responsible gaming commitment, explore etv99's full range of entertainment — from live cricket betting and exciting slots to our full casino experience. All available securely for players aged 18 and above.