Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
We want to remind you that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the cinema or attending a sporting event. It should never be considered as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favour of the house, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be at least 18 years of age to participate in gambling activities. We take age verification seriously and encourage all operators to implement robust checks. If you are under 18, please do not use any betting services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Please be honest with yourself. If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount you gamble
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to cut down or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting relationships, work, education, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Unsuccessful attempts to control, cut back, or stop gambling
- Loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most responsible operators provide tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit in a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you're prepared to lose during a session or period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications during play to remind you how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Time-Out/Cooling-Off Period: Take a break from gambling for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Completely exclude yourself from an operator's services for a fixed period or permanently
We strongly encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – UK National Self-Exclusion Scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous – Support groups and peer assistance
Telephone: 0207 384 3040
International Resources
- 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 - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
www.bzga.de
If You Need Help
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support. The organisations listed above offer confidential, professional assistance and have helped many people regain control of their lives.
You are not alone, and help is available.