Sports betting and casino games on 97pk are meant to be enjoyable — something you do for fun when there is a PSL match on or you fancy a few rounds of slots. They are not a way to make money, cover bills or recover losses. This page is about making sure the experience stays that way: entertaining, in control, and on your own terms.
97pk is strictly for adults aged 18 and above. If you are under 18, please do not use this platform. If you share a device with younger family members, use parental controls to restrict access to gaming sites.
Only ever play with money you can genuinely afford to lose — money that is left over after rent, groceries, utility bills and family needs have all been covered. If you are not sure, that is a sign the budget is not there.
These controls are available to every registered player — no special request needed, no waiting period to access them
Set a maximum amount you can deposit per day, per week or per month in PKR. Once the limit is reached, the deposit option becomes unavailable until the period resets. Reducing a limit takes effect immediately — increasing it requires a 48-hour waiting period to give you time to reconsider.
Available NowChoose a maximum session duration — anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. When your time is up, 97pk will prompt you to review and stop. You cannot simply dismiss the prompt and continue; you have to actively decide to extend, which creates a real moment of reflection.
Available NowNeed a short break without going through full self-exclusion? A cooling-off period locks your account temporarily — from 24 hours up to 30 days. During this time you cannot log in, deposit or place any bets. It reactivates automatically when the period ends.
Available NowSelf-exclusion is a longer-term tool for players who feel they need a proper break from gaming. You can self-exclude for a set period (3 months, 6 months, 1 year) or indefinitely. Reactivation after self-exclusion requires a manual review and a mandatory waiting period — it is not instant.
Available NowYour full transaction and betting history is available in your account. You can see exactly how much you have deposited and withdrawn over any period, and review your betting activity across cricket, PSL, live casino and slots. Clear information helps you make informed decisions.
Available NowYou can turn off promotional notifications — bonus offers, game announcements, PSL betting promotions — at any time from your notification settings. If you are trying to reduce how much you think about gaming, removing marketing messages from your phone is a practical first step.
Available NowSetting deposit limits and session controls takes under two minutes from your account settings
Open 97pk in your browser or app and log into your account
Tap your profile icon and open Account Settings or Responsible Gaming
Select Deposit Limits, Session Limits, Cooling-Off or Self-Exclusion
Enter your PKR limit amount or time duration and confirm
Limits take effect immediately. Reductions cannot be reversed for 48 hours
The most common issue with online gaming is not dramatic — it is gradual. Most players who develop a problem do not notice it happening. They start playing more often, chasing a loss here and there, and before they know it the amounts they are depositing have crept up well above what they originally planned. The good news is that simple habits keep this from happening in the first place.
Decide exactly how much PKR you are going to put in before you log on — not after you have already been playing for an hour. Treat it like the cost of an evening at the cinema: you spend it, you enjoy yourself, and when it is gone, the session is over. Having that number fixed before you start removes a lot of the in-session pressure to keep going.
If you have a bad session and you are tempted to deposit more to get your money back — stop. That is chasing losses, and it is the fastest way to turn a small problem into a bigger one. Losing PKR 500 on a cricket bet and then depositing another PKR 2,000 to recover it does not work statistically, and it does not feel better when the second session also goes badly. Log off, take a break, and come back another day with a fresh budget.
97pk should never be part of your plan for paying bills, covering rent or managing family expenses. If you are depositing money you actually need for something else, that is a clear sign to pause. The platform is entertainment, and entertainment has a budget — just like eating out, watching cricket with friends, or any other leisure activity.
It is easy to lose track of time when you are in the middle of a PSL live betting session or a few rounds of live casino. Set a session time limit in your account settings — even 60 or 90 minutes — and stick to it. Fatigue also affects decision-making, so longer sessions often result in less disciplined betting. Shorter, focused sessions are better for both your enjoyment and your balance.
Answer these honestly. If you find yourself saying "yes" to several of them, it is worth taking a break and using the tools available in your account.
Have you been spending more time or money on gaming than you originally planned?
Have you ever played to try to win back money you had already lost?
Have you deposited PKR that was set aside for household bills, groceries or other essentials?
Have you felt restless, anxious or irritable when you have not been able to play?
Have you tried to cut down on gaming but found it difficult to follow through?
Have you kept your gaming activity hidden from people close to you?
Consider using a cooling-off period or self-exclusion. These tools are in your account settings and take effect immediately. There is no shame in using them — they exist for exactly this reason.
This is an example only. Gaming should be a small portion of your leisure budget — not the majority of it.
97pk is for adults aged 18 and above, and we are serious about that. Age verification is required before any withdrawal is processed, and accounts suspected of underage use are suspended immediately pending verification.
In Pakistani households where multiple family members share a device — whether a mobile phone, tablet or laptop — keeping gaming apps away from younger members is something every adult account holder needs to take seriously. A few practical steps:
If you suspect an underage person has created a 97pk account, contact our support team immediately via live chat. We will investigate and close the account promptly.
Most people who bet on cricket, play live casino or spin slots do so without any issue — it is entertainment, the same as any other. Problem gambling is a pattern where gaming starts interfering with normal life: work, family, finances, or mental wellbeing.
It does not happen overnight, which is why self-awareness matters. Regularly checking your deposit history, reviewing how much time you spend on the platform, and being honest with yourself about whether gaming is still just entertainment are all healthy habits regardless of how much you are spending.
If you have reached a point where gaming feels compulsive rather than enjoyable — if you feel driven to play even when you do not want to, or if the thought of losing access to your account causes anxiety — please use the self-exclusion tool in your account settings. There is no penalty and no judgement. The tool is there for exactly this situation.
97pk is not designed to be someone's main source of income or financial rescue. If it is starting to feel like one, please step back and use the tools available. A break — even a short cooling-off period — often provides the perspective needed to return to a healthy relationship with gaming.
Common questions about tools, limits and managing your play on 97pk
97pk gives you the tools to stay in control — deposit limits, session timers, cooling-off and self-exclusion are all built in. Set them up before your next session.
Gaming is for entertainment only. Never gamble more than you can afford to lose. Adults (18+) only.