HomeComplaintsFestivalPlay Casino - Player’s account should have been closed for self-exclusion.

FestivalPlay Casino - Player’s account should have been closed for self-exclusion.

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FestivalPlay Casino
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Case summary

The player from Ireland requested to self-exclude from Festival Play due to a gambling problem but was allowed to continue gambling, leading to losses of 1340€. They are seeking a refund and intend to escalate the issue if it is not resolved.

Written by Tomas
Complaint Specialist
Submitted: 03 Aug 2026
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5 days ago

I literally beg festival play to close my account sent several emails threatened to contact gambling commission and explained that i had a gambling problem and to that i wanted to be self excluded. Weeks later i could go to my account and deposit and gamble. I wish to have the 1340 refunded.This is a very serious breach of policy and I will be taking this matter further if not resolved . I would keep away from this site

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2 days ago

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2 days ago

Hello,

Thank you very much for submitting your complaint. I’m sorry to hear about your negative experience with FestivalPlay Casino.

Please allow me to ask you a few questions so we can better determine how to assist you.

  • Is your account currently accessible to you?
  • Could you please share the communication in which you informed the casino about your gambling issues? Please share the information with timestamps, if available, to my email at tomas@casino.guru
  • When was the last time the casino allowed you to deposit?
  • Has the casino responded to your refund request already? What did the casino reply?

If your account is currently not blocked, as the next step, I recommend you contact the casino again via email at support@festivalplay.com, and at the same time, include me in the copy of the email at tomas@casino.guru

When applying for self-exclusion, clearly state the reason for deactivating your account and specify the period. Additionally, the email subject should be marked and easily recognizable, as the casino support receives many requests per day. If it is marked visibly, you will stand a better chance of having your request granted as soon as possible.

Example:

Email subject: Self-exclusion:

Player’s info:

First name:

Last name:

Date of birth:

Casino login:

Email address:

"Greetings FestivalPlay Casino Support,

I’m writing to inform you that I wish to be immediately excluded from this casino and from receiving any gambling-related marketing material permanently.

The reason for my decision is that I am suffering from gambling problems.

I acknowledge that I will not be allowed to rescind my self-exclusion during this period and that the self-exclusion cannot be lifted before the end of the agreed period."

In the meantime, check other resources and information in our responsible gambling guide found here: https://casino.guru/responsible-gambling-guide

I hope we will be able to help you resolve this issue as soon as possible. Thank you very much in advance for your reply.

Best regards,

Tomas


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