Responsible play

Digital rips are a game of chance. You pay a fixed price and receive a card that is usually worth less than you paid. Treat every pack as entertainment you've already spent, not as a way to make money.

Keep it fun

• Set a monthly budget before you open the app and stop when it's gone.
• Don't chase. A bad run doesn't make a big pull more likely next pack.
• Use the app's limits. Most apps let you set deposit or spend limits and take a break.
• Sell back on purpose, not on reflex. Instantly turning every card back into balance makes it easy to keep ripping.

Warning signs

Spending more than you planned, hiding how much you spend, borrowing to rip, or feeling you need to win back losses are signs to stop and talk to someone.

Get help

Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER (National Council on Problem Gambling), or visit ncpgambling.org. Help is free and confidential.

You must be 18 or older to use rip apps (19+ or 21+ on some apps in some states).