Responsible Gaming

Gambling should always be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial difficulties. While most people enjoy betting as a leisure activity, it is important to stay in control and never chase losses. If gambling stops being fun, please seek help.

Age Verification

In Great Britain, you must be 18 years or older to gamble. All licensed bookmakers are required by law to verify your age and identity. If you are under 18, or under the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, you must not create an account or place a bet.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Ask yourself if any of the following apply to you:

• Chasing losses – trying to win back money you have lost by betting more.
• Hiding gambling activity from family or friends, or lying about time and money spent.
• Betting more than you can afford to lose, or using money meant for essentials.
• Feeling anxious, guilty, or irritable when trying to cut down or stop.
• Neglecting work, studies, or relationships because of gambling.
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling.
• Thinking about gambling constantly or planning the next bet.

If you recognise any of these signs, please use the tools below or contact a support organisation.

Self-Help Tools

Most licensed bookmakers in Great Britain offer practical tools to help you stay in control. These are usually available in your account settings:

• 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 pop-up reminders showing how long you have been playing and how much you have spent.
• Self-exclusion – block yourself from gambling for a chosen period (e.g., 6 months, 1 year, or permanently).
• Time-out or cooling-off periods – take a short break from your account (24 hours to several weeks).

Support Organisations

If you need to talk to someone, these independent organisations offer free, confidential advice and support. Please use the organisation relevant to your location.

• United Kingdom: GamCare – National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7). Also GamStop – free self-exclusion scheme for UK-licensed sites.
• Australia: Gambling Help Online – 1800 858 858 (free, 24/7).
• Canada: Responsible Gambling Council – provides resources and local helplines.
• United States: National Council on Problem Gambling – 1-800-GAMBLER.
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – offers information and local counselling services.
• Other countries: Please search for your national problem gambling helpline or visit GamCare’s international directory for local support.

Seek Help Now

If you feel that gambling is no longer under your control, you do not have to face it alone. Contact one of the organisations above, talk to someone you trust, or use self-exclusion tools immediately. Help is free, confidential, and available 24/7. Your wellbeing matters more than any bet.