Responsible Gambling
Gambling should stay enjoyable. If it stops being fun, free UK help is available — use the resources below at any time.
Set your own limits
- Decide a budget before you play and stick to it.
- Use deposit, loss and time limits in your operator account.
- Take regular breaks and never chase losses.
- Keep gambling separate from rent, bills and essentials.
UK support and self-exclusion
- GamCare — confidential support, advice and the National Gambling Helpline (0808 8020 133).
- GAMSTOP — free national self-exclusion scheme covering all GB-licensed online operators.
- GambleAware — independent charity providing information, tools and treatment referrals.
- UK Gambling Commission — the regulator for gambling in Great Britain.
Warning signs
- Spending more time or money than you planned.
- Trying to win back losses by betting more.
- Hiding gambling activity from people close to you.
- Borrowing money to gamble.
If any of these sound familiar, please reach out to GamCare or GambleAware. Help is free, confidential and available 24/7.
Not a way to make money
Gambling is a form of entertainment with real financial risk — never a way to earn an income. Only ever play with money you can afford to lose.