Responsible Gaming
Introduction
Gambling should always be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If the fun stops, it’s time to stop. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, and never chase losses. Set limits and stick to them.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years or older to gamble in Great Britain, or at least the legal age in your local jurisdiction. We support strict age verification checks. Underage gambling is illegal and harmful.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following in yourself or someone you care about, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses — trying to win back money you have lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about time and money spent
- Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or essentials
- Borrowing or selling possessions to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, studies, family, or relationships due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, guilty, or irritable when not gambling
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression
- Being unable to stop or reduce gambling despite wanting to
Self-Help Tools
Most licensed gambling operators in Great Britain offer practical tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit limits – cap how much you can pay in over a day, week, or month
- Loss limits – restrict how much you can lose within a set period
- Reality checks – on-screen reminders of how long you have been playing
- Self-exclusion – block yourself from gambling sites or venues for a chosen time (e.g., via GamStop for UK online operators)
- Time-outs – take a short break from gambling (24 hours to 6 weeks)
- Account history – review your gambling activity to understand your patterns
Support Organisations
If you are worried about your gambling, free and confidential help is available. Choose the organisation for your country or region:
- United Kingdom (GB): GamCare — call 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) and GamStop — free online self-exclusion
- Australia: Gambling Help Online — call 1800 858 858 (free, 24/7)
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling — call 1-800-GAMBLER
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — call 0800 1 37 27 00 (free)
- Other countries: Please seek the most relevant national gambling support organisation in your region.
Call to Action
If you feel that gambling is causing problems in your life, please seek help now. Speak to a trusted friend or family member, and contact one of the support organisations listed above. Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness. You are not alone, and effective help is available.