Set a time limit
Choose a start and stop time before you play. Use a phone alarm and stop when it goes off.
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Adults 20+ • Social Casino Entertainment
Zestjack is a social casino hub—no real money gambling. If play stops feeling fun, you’re not alone and help is available right away.
Need support now?
Call 0800 654 655 (Gambling Helpline Aotearoa) or text 1737.
Not sure where to start? Visit Gambling Helpline Aotearoa help & treatment or Safer Gambling Aotearoa.
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Social casino games should stay fun and low-stress. Use the tips below to set boundaries, recognize early warning signs, and step away before play starts to feel like a problem.
Choose a start and stop time before you play. Use a phone alarm and stop when it goes off.
Take a 5 10 minute break every 30 45 minutes. Stand up, hydrate, and reset.
Avoid isolating. If you play, consider doing it when youre in a good mood and not alone.
If youre stressed, anxious, or angry, pick a non-game coping tool first (walk, call a friend, breathe).
Late-night play, boredom scrolling, and drinking can reduce self-control. Adjust your environment.
Irritability when stopping, hiding play, or neglecting responsibilities are signals to pause and seek support.
If any of these feel true, consider taking a break and reviewing support options.
Reminder: Zestjack is a Social Casino For Entertainment Only. No real money gambling.
Adults 20+ • New Zealand
If playing stops being fun or you’re worried about someone else, use the resources below. If you feel unsafe or in immediate danger, call 111.
1737 — Need to Talk?
Call or text 1737 • 24/7
1737.org.nzEmergency
If you or someone else is in immediate danger: call 111.
Confidential support, referrals, and tools to help you pause, reduce risk, or get treatment.
Gambling Helpline Aotearoa
National helpline and online resources for New Zealand.
Lifeline Aotearoa
24/7 confidential support (call 0800 543 354 or text HELP to 4357).
Visit lifeline.org.nzExternal1737 (Need to Talk?)
Treatment referral and information service (mental health & substance use).
Learn moreExternalResponsible gambling education
Practical guidance and tools.
Gambling in New Zealand is regulated under the Gambling Act 2003 by the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) and the Gambling Commission of New Zealand. Use these directories to find the regulator and licensing information.
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Adults 20+ • New Zealand resources
Plain-language answers about what Zestjack is (and isn’t), plus quick pointers to play-smart tools and help.
Zestjack is a social casino hub for entertainment. Games are played for fun using in-game credits. No real money gambling, and no cash-out of winnings.
If you’re looking for regulated real-money wagering, see Responsible Gambling resources for guidance and official support links.
Social Casino - For Entertainment Only. No real money gambling.
We restrict access to adults 20+ to encourage responsible participation and align with the casino-entry age under the Gambling Act 2003 in New Zealand—even though gameplay is for fun.
No. Zestjack does not offer real-money gambling, cash-out, or wagering. Any credits or coins used in games are for entertainment gameplay only.
Social casino games are designed for entertainment and may use randomization to determine outcomes. Results can still feel streaky—set a time limit and treat sessions as paid entertainment time (not a way to earn money).
Try the catalog on the Games page and consider taking breaks between sessions.
For more ideas, visit Tips and Help Resources.
Pause, step away, and reach out for support. If you’re in New Zealand, you can contact the Gambling Helpline Aotearoa confidentially: gamblinghelpline.co.nz or call/text 0800 654 655.
You can also message us via Contact for site guidance (we can’t provide medical or legal advice).
Reminder: This site is for entertainment. If you’re seeking real-money gambling support or self-exclusion information, use Responsible Gambling resources.
Questions about responsible play, account access, or a concern you want to flag? Reach our support team anytime.
Typical response: within 1–2 business days.
20+ only. Zestjack is a social casino experience for entertainment. If you need immediate support for gambling-related harm, visit Help Resources for NZ helplines and services.
You must be 20 or older to access zestjack.com.
Social casino. For entertainment purposes only. No real money gambling.