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Set limits before you play
- Decide a weekly budget you can afford to lose.
- Set a session timer.
- Never borrow to play.
- Keep gaming money separate from bills.
Warning signs
- Chasing losses with bigger stakes.
- Hiding gaming from family.
- Playing when stressed or upset.
- Spending money meant for essentials.
Taking a break
Contact Khelv customer care to ask about cooling-off or self-exclusion, delete the app for a while and talk to someone you trust. If you feel distressed, the Tele-MANAS mental health helpline 14416 is free in India.
A quick self-check
Answer honestly: Have you spent more than you planned in the last month? Have you played to win back losses? Have you felt restless when not playing? Have you borrowed or used bill money to play? If you answered yes to any, take a break of at least a week and talk to someone you trust.
| Tool | How to use it |
|---|---|
| Budget limit | Deposit only your weekly amount |
| Session timer | Set a phone alarm before you open the app |
| Cooling-off | Ask support to pause your account |
| Self-exclusion | Ask support to close access for a longer period |
| App removal | Uninstall the app and remove bookmarks |
Helping a friend or family member
Talk calmly, avoid blame, and suggest practical steps such as budgets and breaks. Encourage professional support if gaming is affecting money, work, study or relationships.
Under 18?
Khelv is strictly for adults. Parents can use device parental controls to block gaming apps. Back to Khelv Game.
