Responsible Gaming

Gambling should always be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Never bet more than you can afford to lose, and only gamble with money set aside for leisure. If the fun stops, stop.

Age Verification

In Great Britain, you must be 18 years or older to gamble legally. It is an offence for anyone under the age of 18 to gamble, and operators are required to verify your age and identity before you can deposit or place a bet. Always ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before playing.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you care about, it may be time to seek help:

• Chasing losses — trying to win back money you have lost by betting more.
• Hiding gambling activity from friends or family.
• Spending more time or money on gambling than intended.
• Borrowing money, selling possessions, or using essential funds to gamble.
• Neglecting work, school, relationships, or personal responsibilities because of gambling.
• Feeling anxious, guilty, irritable, or depressed about gambling.
• Lying about losses or claiming to have won when you have not.
• Being unable to stop or reduce gambling despite repeated attempts.

Self-Help Tools

Most licensed gambling operators, including those available via this site, offer practical tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit limits — set a maximum amount you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly.
• Loss limits — cap the amount you can lose over a set period.
• Reality checks — receive reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have spent.
• Time-outs — take a short break from your account for 24 hours to several weeks.
• Self-exclusion — block yourself from gambling sites for a set period (e.g. six months to five years).

Support Organisations

If gambling is no longer enjoyable or you are worried about your own or someone else's behaviour, free and confidential help is available. Contact the organisation most relevant to your location:

• United Kingdom: GamCare — helpline 0808 8020 133, available 24/7. Also use GamStop for free self-exclusion from all UK-licensed online gambling sites.
• Australia: Gambling Help Online — free 24/7 support and counselling.
• Canada: Responsible Gambling Council — resources and prevention programmes.
• United States: National Council on Problem Gambling — helpline 1-800-GAMBLER.
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — information and support for gambling addiction.
• Other countries: search for your national problem gambling helpline or visit GambleAware for international resources.

Need Help Now?

If you think you may have a gambling problem, or if gambling is affecting your life or the life of someone you love, please reach out to a support organisation today. You are not alone, and help is always available — free, confidential, and without judgement.