Reality check pop‑ups configured to forty‑five minutes served like a gentle tap on the shoulder. Each reminder showed my session duration, net win‑loss, and the remaining bonus playthrough percentage, converting a safety feature into a handy session manager. I used those checkpoints to decide whether to keep going or log out, and I chose to walk away twice. The platform also presented self‑exclusion with adjustable timeframes, plus clear instructions for third‑party blocking software and Canadian helplines like ConnexOntario and the BC Responsible Gambling line.