At StarSports, we want every member to enjoy Cricket, PSL, Football and Esports betting as a fun activity — not a source of stress. This page covers the tools, tips and self-management options that help you keep your betting enjoyable and within your personal limits.
StarSports is strictly for adults aged 18 and above.
Please bet responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.
Sports betting on StarSports is meant to be a bit of fun on the side — something you enjoy during a PSL match, a T20 series or a Champions League night. The moment it stops feeling like entertainment and starts feeling like pressure, that is a signal worth paying attention to.
We have built a set of tools directly into the platform that put you in control of your own betting experience. They are always available, always free to use, and there is no judgment in using them — in fact, we actively encourage it.
Remember: Betting outcomes are never guaranteed. Past results — yours or anyone else's — have no bearing on what happens next. Always treat any amount you deposit in PKR as an entertainment budget, not an investment.
Healthy Betting Habits at a Glance
These tools are available to every StarSports member at no cost. You can activate or update them at any time through your account settings or by contacting our support team.
Set a maximum PKR amount you can deposit daily, weekly or monthly. Once the limit is reached, further deposits are blocked until the period resets. You can lower your limit instantly — increases take a short cooling-off period to take effect.
Lose track of time during a live PSL match? Session reminders send you a notification after a set amount of time on the platform — 30, 60 or 90 minutes — so you can decide whether to keep going or take a break with a clear head.
Choose the maximum amount in PKR you are comfortable losing in a set period. When your net losses hit that figure, the platform prevents further betting until the period resets. Ideal if you want a firm safety net beyond just deposit limits.
Need a short break without fully closing your account? A cooling-off period lets you pause all betting activity for 24 hours, 7 days or 30 days. During this time your account is locked for betting, though you can still log in to check your balance.
If you feel your betting has become a problem, self-exclusion is the strongest tool available. You can exclude yourself for a minimum period of 6 months or permanently. Once active, the exclusion cannot be reversed early — this is by design, to protect you.
You can close your StarSports account permanently at any time by contacting our support team. Any real-money PKR balance remaining will be withdrawn to your registered JazzCash, Easypaisa or bank account after standard verification checks.
Setting limits takes less than two minutes. Here is how to do it from your account:
Open the platform and sign in using your registered email and password.
Click on your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account Settings" from the dropdown menu.
Navigate to the "Responsible Gaming" tab. You will find all available tools listed here — deposit limits, loss limits, session reminders, cooling-off and self-exclusion.
Choose the tool you want, enter your preferred values in PKR or time, and confirm. Reductions take effect immediately. Any increases require a short waiting period.
If you cannot find the setting you need or want to activate self-exclusion urgently, contact our support team directly. We are available 24/7 and will action your request promptly.
Example: Monthly Betting Budget in PKR
This is an illustration of how a responsible monthly budget might look. Adjust the proportions to fit your own situation — the key principle is that betting should never come from money earmarked for rent, bills or food.
Golden rule: Never increase your betting budget to chase a loss. If you have used your session allocation, close the app and come back tomorrow with a fresh perspective.
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Most people who develop unhealthy betting habits do not realise it straight away. Being aware of the early signs means you can take action before things escalate.
Betting with money that was meant for essential expenses like rent, groceries or utility bills
Feeling irritable, anxious or restless when you are not betting or when you try to cut down
Chasing losses — placing bigger or more frequent bets to try to recover money you have lost
Hiding your betting activity from family members or lying about how much you have spent
Spending increasing amounts of time thinking about betting even when you are doing other things
Borrowing money — from friends, family or through loans — in order to fund betting activity
Neglecting work, studies or family responsibilities because of time spent betting
Feeling a strong urge to bet immediately after receiving your salary or a PKR deposit
Repeatedly trying to stop or reduce your betting but finding it very difficult to do so
If you recognise two or more of the signs above in your own behaviour, we encourage you to take a break right now. Use the self-exclusion or cooling-off tool in your account settings, or reach out to a trusted person in your life. There is no shame in asking for support — it is the smart thing to do.
Sometimes the people around a person with a gambling problem notice the signs before the person themselves. If you are concerned about a family member or friend who bets on StarSports or any other platform, here are some constructive steps you can take.
Start with a calm, non-confrontational conversation. Choose a quiet moment — not immediately after a loss or an argument — and express your concern from a place of care rather than blame. Use "I" statements: "I've noticed you seem stressed lately" lands better than "You've been gambling too much."
Encourage them to use the self-exclusion and deposit limit tools available on the platform. Offer to sit with them while they set the limits if that helps. Make it a shared activity rather than an ultimatum.
You should also protect shared finances if you are concerned about household money being used for betting. Keep joint accounts and shared PKR deposits separate from any individual discretionary spending, and set clear household budgets together.
Parental controls: If you share a device with younger family members, use the parental control features of your phone or browser to restrict access to betting platforms. StarSports is strictly an 18+ platform.
How to Start the Conversation
Set your limits, use your tools and enjoy Cricket, PSL, T20 and Esports betting as the fun it is meant to be. Create your account today and take advantage of the full suite of responsible gaming features from day one.
18+ only. Please bet responsibly. Set a budget, take breaks and never chase your losses.