Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
We're committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. Gambling should only ever be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set strict limits before you play.
Age Verification
All gambling in the UK is strictly regulated. You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in any gambling activities. If you are under 18, we urge you not to gamble. Gambling operators are legally required to verify your age before allowing access to betting services.
Parents and guardians: If you're concerned about a young person's gambling, please contact GamCare for support.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Be honest with yourself. If you recognise any of the following signs, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Gambling with larger amounts of money than you intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money
- Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or colleagues
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Lying about the time or money spent gambling
- Experiencing relationship or financial difficulties caused by gambling
If you've ticked any of these boxes, it's time to seek help.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable UK betting operators provide tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a cap on how much you're prepared to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during your gaming session about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out: Take a temporary break from gambling (hours or days) without fully closing your account
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily exclude yourself from a betting operator's services
- GamStop: Use the UK's national self-exclusion scheme to block access to all licensed online gambling operators simultaneously
Always use these tools proactively. They're designed to help you stay safe.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you're struggling with gambling, professional support is available. Here are trusted organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support for problem gambling
www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 802 0133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings across the UK
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk - National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist treatment
Phone: 0203 228 0000
International Support
- Australia: Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is treatable. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're concerned about your own gambling or that of someone else, organisations like GamCare and Gamblers Anonymous are here to help—completely free and in confidence.
Don't wait until it's too late. Contact support today:
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk or 0808 802 0133
- GamStop (self-exclusion): www.gamstop.co.uk
- Gamblers Anonymous: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Your wellbeing is more important than any bet.