Betting should always stay fun and under control. This page summarises the responsible-gambling tools, warning signs and free local help available to OdiBets players.
Responsible gambling tools
OdiBets provides the following tools to help players manage their betting activity in line with BCLB requirements.
- Deposit limits — set daily, weekly or monthly caps on M-Pesa deposits
- Time-out / cooling-off periods — short-term breaks from betting
- Self-exclusion — available for 6 months, 1 year, 2 years or 5 years; account cannot be reopened during the exclusion period
- Account closure — available on request via customer support
- Age verification — 18+ enforced at registration
Betting is entertainment — never stake money you cannot afford to lose. You must be 18 or older to gamble in Kenya.
How to set limits or self-exclude at OdiBets
To activate responsible gambling settings, use your OdiBets account or contact support.
- Log in to your OdiBets account at odibets.com
- Go to Account Settings → Responsible Gambling
- Select your preferred tool: deposit limit or self-exclusion period
- Confirm your selection — self-exclusion takes effect immediately
- For urgent self-exclusion or account closure, contact support: +254 709 183 680 or info@odibets.com
Warning signs of problem gambling
Gambling becomes a problem when it affects your finances, relationships or daily life. Watch for:
- Spending more on betting than you planned or can afford
- Chasing losses by placing larger or more frequent bets
- Borrowing money or going without essentials to fund gambling
- Hiding your gambling activity from family or friends
- Feeling restless, anxious or irritable when not betting
Where to get help in Kenya
Free and confidential support is available for gambling problems in Kenya.
- OdiBets support: +254 709 183 680 (24/7) or info@odibets.com
- BCLB Kenya responsible gambling resources: bclb.go.ke
- Gamblers Anonymous Kenya — local chapters in Nairobi
- Mental health support via county health facilities and Kenyatta National Hospital
Help is free and confidential. Call OdiBets 24/7 on +254 709 183 680 or contact the BCLB at bclb.go.ke.