Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
Online betting should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to make money or solve financial problems. Always gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Remember: the odds are always in favour of the betting operator. Play responsibly and within your budget.
Age Verification
Online betting is only available to individuals aged 18 years and over in the United Kingdom. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before placing any bets.
If you are under 18, please do not use betting sites. If you have concerns about a young person's gambling, contact the support organisations listed below.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem. Please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or healthcare providers
- Gambling with money intended for essentials (rent, bills, groceries)
- Experiencing mood changes when not gambling or unable to gamble
- Increasing the amount or frequency of your bets to achieve the same excitement
- Neglecting work, study, relationships, or hobbies due to gambling
- Lying about the time and money spent gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when attempting to reduce gambling
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools & Betting Limits
Most reputable betting sites offer tools to help you maintain control. Consider using:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose before stopping play
- Reality Checks: Enable notifications to remind you of time and money spent while betting
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from betting sites for a cooling-off period
- Account Restrictions: Reduce bet limits or restrict access to certain betting types
- Take a Break: Use cooling-off features to step away from gambling for a set period
Always review the responsible gaming options available on your chosen betting site and use the tools that suit your needs.
Support & Help Organisations
If you are struggling with problem gambling, professional support is available. The following organisations offer free, confidential advice and support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free confidential support, counselling, and information
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous – 12-step support programme
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
International Support Services
- Australia: Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Website: www.bzga.de
If You Need Help
If you think you may have a problem with gambling, please reach out for support today. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and there is no shame in seeking help.
Contact one of the organisations above for free, confidential support. Many services are available 24/7 via phone, online chat, or email.
Your wellbeing is important. Help is available, and recovery is possible.