Responsible Gaming
Gambling should always be a form of entertainment, never a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always play responsibly, set limits, and never bet more than you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In Great Britain, you must be 18 years or older to gamble legally. It is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to participate in any form of gambling. Always ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before accessing any betting site.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses – continuing to gamble to try to win back money you have lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family or friends
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Neglecting work, studies, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious, guilty, or irritable when not gambling
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Gambling to escape from stress, anxiety, or depression
- Repeated unsuccessful attempts to cut down or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable betting sites offer a range of tools to help you stay in control of your gambling. These commonly include:
- Deposit limits – set a maximum amount you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly
- Loss limits – cap the amount you can lose within a set period
- Reality checks – receive reminders of how long you have been playing
- Time-outs – take a short break from gambling (e.g., 24 hours to 6 weeks)
- Self-exclusion – block yourself from gambling sites for a longer period or permanently
- Session limits – restrict the duration of each gambling session
For UK residents, GamStop offers free self-exclusion from all UK-licensed online gambling sites.
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, free and confidential help is available. Contact a support organisation relevant to your country:
- United Kingdom: GamCare – National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133 · GamStop – Self-exclusion scheme
- Australia: Gambling Help Online – 1800 858 858
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling – 1-800-522-4700
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Glücksspielsucht-Hotline: 0800 1 37 27 00
- Other countries: Please contact your local responsible gambling authority or national helpline. Most jurisdictions provide free and confidential support services.
Seek Help
If you recognise that gambling is causing problems in your life – or in the life of someone you care about – please seek help immediately. You are not alone, and support is available. Contact one of the organisations above or speak to a trusted friend, family member, or healthcare professional. Taking the first step is the most important part of recovery.