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Responsible Gaming at 8mbats

At 8mbats, we believe that gambling should always be an enjoyable form of entertainment — never a source of stress, financial hardship, or personal harm. This page outlines the tools, resources, and guidance available to every 8mbats player in Bangladesh to help you stay in control and play responsibly.

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Age Requirement
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Our Responsible Gaming Tools

8mbats provides a full suite of player-protection tools — all free, all immediate, all confidential.

Deposit Limits

Set a daily, weekly, or monthly cap on the amount you can deposit into your 8mbats account. Once a limit is active, it cannot be increased for 24 hours — ensuring you have time to reflect before raising your budget. Reductions take effect immediately.

Session Time Limits

Define a maximum duration for each gaming session. When your time limit is reached, 8mbats will display a clear notification and, if you choose, automatically log you out. You can also review the total time you have spent on the platform via your account dashboard.

Self-Exclusion

If you feel that gambling is becoming a problem, you can request self-exclusion from 8mbats at any time. Self-exclusion periods range from one month to permanent closure. During this period, your account will be suspended and you will be prevented from re-registering. Contact support to activate.

Time-Out / Cool-Off

Need a short break without committing to full self-exclusion? A time-out suspends your account for a period of your choosing — 24 hours, 48 hours, one week, or one month. Your balance is preserved and your account is reinstated automatically when the period ends.

Reality Check Reminders

Enable on-screen reality check pop-ups that appear at regular intervals during your gaming session — every 30, 60, or 90 minutes. Each reminder displays how long you have been playing and the net result of your session, helping you make informed decisions about continuing.

Loss Limits

Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose within a defined period. If your net losses reach the threshold you have set, further wagering will be paused for the remainder of that period. Loss limits are a powerful tool to keep gaming within your entertainment budget.


Strictly 18+ — No Exceptions

8mbats operates exclusively for adults aged 18 years and above. All new accounts undergo mandatory age verification before any deposit or wagering activity is permitted. We use independent identity verification services to confirm the age and identity of every player. If we have reason to believe that an account is being used by a person under the age of 18, that account will be suspended immediately pending investigation and permanently closed if the suspicion is confirmed. No winnings accumulated by underage players will be paid out.


Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Recognising the early warning signs is the first step toward getting back in control. If any of the following apply to you, we encourage you to use our tools or contact support.

Chasing Losses

Feeling compelled to keep playing in order to win back money you have already lost, often increasing bet sizes in the process.

Losing Track of Time

Regularly spending more time gambling than you planned or intended, and finding it difficult to stop once you have started a session.

Neglecting Responsibilities

Allowing gambling to interfere with work, family obligations, social commitments, or daily routines in Dhaka, Chittagong, or wherever you are based.

Gambling with Essential Money

Using money intended for rent, food, transport, or other essential expenses to fund gambling activity, or borrowing money to gamble.

Emotional Distress

Feeling anxious, irritable, depressed, or restless when not gambling, or using gambling as a way to escape problems or negative emotions.

Hiding Gambling Activity

Concealing the extent of your gambling from family members or friends, or feeling the need to be secretive about the time or money you spend on gaming platforms.


Self-Assessment Checklist

Answer these questions honestly. If you answer "yes" to three or more, we strongly recommend using our self-exclusion or time-out tools, or speaking with our support team.

1 Have you ever spent more money on gambling than you originally planned in a single session?
2 Have you ever borrowed money or sold personal belongings to fund your gambling activity?
3 Has gambling ever caused arguments or tension with family members, partners, or close friends?
4 Have you ever felt the urge to return to gambling as soon as possible after a loss, to try to recover that money?
5 Have you ever missed work, studies, or important personal commitments because of time spent gambling?
6 Do you find yourself thinking about gambling frequently, even when doing other activities?
7 Have you ever felt that you needed to gamble with increasingly larger amounts to feel the same level of excitement?
8 Have you tried to reduce or stop gambling but found it difficult or impossible to follow through?
If you answered "yes" to three or more of these questions, please reach out to our support team or activate self-exclusion immediately. You are not alone, and help is available.

How to Activate Responsible Gaming Tools

Setting up player-protection tools on 8mbats takes less than five minutes. Here is a step-by-step overview.

Step 1 — Log In to Your Account

Access your 8mbats account using your registered credentials. All responsible gaming tools are managed from within your personal account settings area.

Step 2 — Navigate to Account Settings

From the main dashboard, open the Account Settings panel. Look for the "Responsible Gaming" or "Player Protection" section within the settings menu.

Step 3 — Select Your Preferred Tool

Choose from deposit limits, session time limits, loss limits, reality check reminders, or a time-out period. Each tool has its own configuration panel with clear on-screen instructions.

Step 4 — Set Your Parameters

Enter the values that are right for you — for example, a daily deposit limit of ৳2,000 or a session time limit of 60 minutes. All amounts are shown in Bangladeshi Taka (৳).

Step 5 — Confirm and Save

Review your settings and confirm. Reductions take effect immediately. Increases or removals have a mandatory 24-hour cooling-off period before they come into force.

Step 6 — Contact Support for Self-Exclusion

For self-exclusion requests, contact our support team directly via live chat or email at [email protected]. Self-exclusion is processed within one hour and is confirmed by email.


1. Our Responsible Gaming Philosophy

8mbats is designed to be Bangladesh's most trusted online betting and gaming platform, and we understand that trust is built not only through great games and smooth payments, but through a genuine commitment to player welfare. Responsible gaming is not a regulatory checkbox for 8mbats — it is a core operating principle that influences every aspect of how we design the platform, how we monitor player behaviour, and how we respond when a player shows signs of difficulty.

We recognise that gambling, like many forms of entertainment, carries an inherent risk of harm when it is not approached thoughtfully. The vast majority of 8mbats players enjoy cricket betting, slots, and live casino as recreational activities within their means. For a small proportion of players, however, gambling can become problematic. Our responsible gaming programme exists to identify and support those players at the earliest possible opportunity, and to empower all players — regardless of their risk level — to maintain control over their gaming activity.

2. 8mbats Commitment to Safe Play

8mbats commits to the following standards in respect of responsible gaming across its platform:

  • Age verification: We verify the age and identity of every new player before allowing any deposit or wagering activity. Players must be 18 years or older to register and play on 8mbats.
  • No marketing to vulnerable players: 8mbats does not direct promotional communications at players who have activated responsible gaming limits, time-out periods, or self-exclusion. Players in self-exclusion receive no marketing materials of any kind for the duration of their exclusion period.
  • Staff training: Our customer support team receives regular training on responsible gaming awareness, problem gambling indicators, and the correct procedure for escalating a player concern to our player-protection specialists.
  • Proactive monitoring: 8mbats uses automated monitoring systems to identify unusual patterns of play — such as sharply increased bet sizes, very long uninterrupted sessions, or rapid sequential deposits — that may indicate a player in distress. Where such patterns are identified, our team will make proactive contact with the player to check in on their wellbeing.
  • Fair and transparent games: All games available on the 8mbats platform — including cricket betting markets, live casino tables, and slot titles — use certified random number generators (RNGs) or live dealing environments. Game odds and return-to-player (RTP) percentages are made available to players on request.

3. Understanding Deposit Limits in Detail

Deposit limits are one of the most effective responsible gaming tools available, because they directly address the financial risk associated with gambling. When you set a deposit limit on your 8mbats account, you are placing a hard cap on the total amount you can transfer into your account within the specified time period — daily, weekly, or monthly.

For example, if you set a daily deposit limit of ৳1,000, you will not be able to deposit more than ৳1,000 into your 8mbats account in any 24-hour period, regardless of your current balance or the games you are playing. If you reach your limit, you will see a clear on-screen notification and further deposits will be declined until the limit period resets.

Important: Reducing a deposit limit takes effect immediately. Increasing a deposit limit requires a 24-hour waiting period before the higher limit becomes active. This cooling-off period is designed to prevent impulsive decisions made during a losing streak.

Deposit limits apply to all payment methods available on the 8mbats platform, including bKash, Nagad, Rocket, Upay, Dutch-Bangla Bank, City Bank, BRAC Bank, Islami Bank, Sonali Bank, Visa, and Mastercard. They cannot be circumvented by switching payment methods.

4. Self-Exclusion: A Permanent or Long-Term Break

Self-exclusion is the most comprehensive responsible gaming tool available at 8mbats. When you choose self-exclusion, your account is suspended for the duration of the exclusion period and you are prevented from accessing any games, placing any bets, or making any deposits. The available self-exclusion periods are:

  • 1 month — a short-term break to reassess your relationship with gambling;
  • 3 months — a medium-term break, recommended if you have noticed several warning signs;
  • 6 months — a longer break if gambling has been causing noticeable disruption to your daily life;
  • 12 months — a full-year exclusion for players who feel they need extended distance from gambling;
  • Permanent / Lifetime — a permanent closure of your account with no possibility of reopening. This is irreversible and is recommended for players who have experienced serious harm from gambling.

To request self-exclusion, contact the 8mbats support team via live chat on the platform or by emailing [email protected]. Our team will process your request within one hour and send you a confirmation. Any balance remaining in your account at the time of self-exclusion will be returned to your registered payment method.

Please note: Self-exclusion is a serious commitment. Requests to lift self-exclusion early will not be processed. A minimum cooling-off period of 7 days after the exclusion period ends is required before an account can be reactivated, and reactivation requires completion of an enhanced responsible gaming review.

5. Getting Help and Support

If you believe that gambling is causing harm to you or to someone close to you, it is important to seek help promptly. 8mbats's support team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and all responsible gaming enquiries are handled with complete confidentiality. There is no stigma attached to asking for help, and reaching out will not negatively affect your account standing.

You can contact the 8mbats responsible gaming team in the following ways:

  • Live Chat: Available 24/7 directly through the 8mbats platform — the fastest way to reach our team;
  • Email: [email protected] — for self-exclusion requests, limit changes, or longer welfare conversations. All emails are acknowledged within 48 hours;
  • Account Settings: Most tools (deposit limits, time-outs, reality checks) can be activated directly from your account settings panel without needing to contact support.

We also encourage players who are experiencing difficulty to speak with family members or trusted friends about their situation. Social support is one of the most effective factors in recovery from problem gambling. Our support team can provide guidance on how to have these conversations and what external resources may be available in Bangladesh.

6. Frequently Asked Responsible Gaming Questions

Is responsible gaming support free?

Yes. All responsible gaming tools available on 8mbats — including deposit limits, session limits, loss limits, time-outs, reality checks, and self-exclusion — are completely free to use. There are no fees or charges associated with activating any player-protection measure.

Can someone else activate responsible gaming tools on my account?

For account security reasons, responsible gaming tools must be requested by the registered account holder. However, if a family member or concerned third party contacts 8mbats with evidence that a player may be experiencing serious harm, our team will take that information seriously and investigate accordingly. We may place a temporary hold on an account pending a welfare check.

What happens to my balance if I self-exclude?

Any real-money balance in your 8mbats account at the time of self-exclusion will be refunded to your registered payment method — bKash, Nagad, Rocket, or your linked bank account — within three to five business days. Active bonus balances that have not yet met wagering requirements will be forfeited.

Will 8mbats continue to send me promotional emails if I self-exclude?

No. Upon activation of self-exclusion, 8mbats will immediately suppress your account from all marketing communications, including promotional emails, SMS messages, and push notifications. This suppression remains in place for the full duration of your self-exclusion period and through the mandatory cooling-off period that follows.


If Gambling Is Becoming a Problem

Taking the first step is the hardest part. Here is a simple four-step path to getting support through 8mbats.

1
Acknowledge the Concern

Recognising that gambling may be causing harm — to your finances, your relationships, or your mental wellbeing — is the critical first step. Take the self-assessment checklist on this page as a starting point.

2
Use the Platform Tools

Log in to your 8mbats account and activate a deposit limit, time-out, or self-exclusion immediately. These tools take effect within minutes and provide an immediate physical barrier to continued play.

3
Contact 8mbats Support

Reach out to our support team via live chat or email at [email protected]. Our responsible gaming specialists will guide you through the available options in a non-judgemental, confidential conversation.

4
Seek Additional Support

Consider speaking with a trusted family member, friend, or counsellor. Problem gambling is a recognised health issue, and professional support can make a significant difference in recovery and long-term wellbeing.

Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, 8mbats is here to help you take a step back. There is no shame in using the tools we provide — they exist precisely for situations like yours.

Play Responsibly — Enjoy 8mbats at Its Best

When you play within your means and use the tools available to you, 8mbats is a genuinely enjoyable experience. Browse cricket markets, explore our slot library, or check the FAQ for more information about how the platform works. All services are for verified players aged 18 and above.

18+ only. Please gamble responsibly. See our Terms & Conditions for full platform rules.