Responsible Gaming at sona1

We are committed to providing a safe, fair, and enjoyable experience for every player in Bangladesh. Your well-being always comes first.

🔞 21+ Only — Adults Aged 21 and Above

sona1 is Bangladesh's premier online casino and sports betting platform, and with that status comes a firm responsibility toward our players. Gambling can be an exciting form of entertainment, but it is important to recognise that it carries risks. We believe that every player deserves access to the tools and information they need to stay in control of their gaming activity at all times.

On this page you will find a full overview of sona1's responsible gaming framework — including practical tools available directly in your account, guidance on recognising warning signs, and clear steps to seek support if you or someone close to you is experiencing difficulties related to gambling. We urge all players to read this information carefully, whether you are a new member joining from Dhaka, Chittagong, Sylhet, Khulna, or anywhere else in Bangladesh.

⚠️ Gambling Should Always Be Entertainment — Never a Source of Income

Only wager money you can comfortably afford to lose. Never chase losses, and never borrow money to gamble. If gambling stops feeling fun, take a break immediately using the tools below.

Our Responsible Gaming Tools

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Deposit Limits

Set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit caps to keep your spending within a comfortable budget.

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Time-Out Feature

Take a short break of 24 hours to 6 weeks. Your account is paused and no deposits are accepted during this period.

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Self-Exclusion

Exclude yourself from sona1 for a period of 6 months or longer if you feel gambling is getting out of control.

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Account Lock

Permanently close your account at any time. Once locked, funds are returned to your verified payment method.

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Activity History

Review your full betting and deposit history at any time to stay informed and in control of your gaming habits.

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Support Chat

Our support team is available around the clock to assist with any concerns about your gaming behavior or account status.

How to Use Our Responsible Gaming Tools

All responsible gaming tools on sona1 are accessible directly from your account settings. You do not need to contact customer support to activate a deposit limit, time-out, or self-exclusion — you can manage these yourself at any time. Here is a brief guide to each tool:

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    Setting Deposit Limits Navigate to Account Settings > Responsible Gaming > Deposit Limits. Choose daily, weekly, or monthly caps. Increases take 7 days to apply; decreases take effect immediately.
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    Activating a Time-Out Go to Account Settings > Responsible Gaming > Time-Out. Select your desired break duration (1 day, 1 week, 1 month, or up to 6 weeks). During the time-out, all deposits and bets are blocked.
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    Requesting Self-Exclusion Go to Account Settings > Responsible Gaming > Self-Exclusion. Choose a minimum period of 6 months. Once active, this cannot be reversed during the exclusion period. You may also request permanent self-exclusion at any time.
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    Permanent Account Closure Contact our support team at [email protected] to request permanent closure. Any remaining balance will be processed back to your bKash, Nagad, or Rocket account after identity verification.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone, regardless of experience or background. Recognising the warning signs early is the first step toward getting back in control. If you notice any of the following patterns in yourself or someone you know, please reach out for help without delay:

  • Spending more money on gambling than originally planned, or more than you can afford to lose.
  • Chasing losses — continuing to bet in an attempt to recover money already lost.
  • Lying to family, friends, or colleagues about how much time or money you spend on gambling.
  • Neglecting work, studies, family responsibilities, or personal health because of gambling.
  • Borrowing money, selling possessions, or using savings to fund gambling activity.
  • Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling, or using gambling as a way to cope with stress.

Our Commitment to Player Safety

sona1 uses SSL encryption across the entire platform to protect your personal and financial data. Our games operate on verified random number generation (RNG) systems, meaning every outcome is determined fairly and independently. We do not manipulate results, and our platform is regularly audited for fairness. We are committed to ensuring that our games provide honest entertainment to every player in Bangladesh.

We actively work to prevent underage gambling. Anyone who registers an account must be 21 years of age or older. Our verification process checks this at the point of account creation and again during withdrawal requests. If we have reason to believe an account holder is under 21, the account is immediately suspended pending a full identity review. We take this obligation seriously as part of our broader duty to the communities we serve across Bangladesh.

Need Help? Contact Our Support Team

If you are concerned about your gambling habits or need to activate any responsible gaming tool urgently, please contact us at: [email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

All players must be 21 years of age or older to register and play on sona1. This requirement applies to everyone regardless of location within Bangladesh. Age verification is conducted during account registration and at withdrawal.

Log in to your sona1 account and go to Account Settings, then select Responsible Gaming. Under Deposit Limits, you can set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit. Reductions take effect immediately, while increases require a 7-day cooling-off period before they become active.

Yes. sona1 offers a Time-Out feature that lets you pause your account for a period ranging from 24 hours up to 6 weeks. While a time-out is active, you cannot deposit or place bets. The time-out cannot be shortened once set, but you may request to extend it by contacting support.

If you believe gambling is negatively affecting your life, please take immediate action. You can activate self-exclusion directly from your account settings for a minimum of 6 months. You can also contact our support team at [email protected] for confidential assistance. Please gamble responsibly and never gamble more than you can afford to lose.

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