Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
We want you to enjoy betting as a form of entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set limits before you play.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to gamble in the United Kingdom. If you are under 18, please do not use any betting services. Gambling operators have a legal responsibility to verify your age and identity before accepting your custom.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Gambling with larger amounts of money than intended
- Lying to family, friends, or others about your gambling habits
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Being unable to control or reduce your gambling
- Neglecting work, school, family, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Experiencing restlessness or irritability when trying to cut down
- Feeling a need to gamble with increasing amounts for excitement
- Keeping your gambling secret from loved ones
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features
Most reputable betting sites offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a chosen timeframe
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose during a session or week
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you've been gambling
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic breaks or logout times
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from betting sites
- Account Closure: Close your account if you need a complete break from gambling
Use these tools proactively. They are designed to protect you and help maintain healthy gambling habits.
Support & Help Organizations
If you're struggling with problem gambling, free and confidential support is available:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Counselling and support for problem gamblers
www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential) - GamStop – National Self-Exclusion Scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support and 12-step programme
Telephone: 07700 184 748
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
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Telephone: 0800 1 372 374 (free gambling helpline)
Need Help? Reach Out Today
If you think you may have a problem with gambling, please don't hesitate to contact one of the organisations listed above. They provide free, confidential, and non-judgmental support. There is no shame in asking for help – taking action is a sign of strength.
Remember: Help is always available, and recovery is possible. Reach out to someone you trust, or contact a gambling helpline immediately if you're in crisis.