Responsible Gaming
Gambling should always be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, and only gamble with money you are comfortable spending on leisure.
Age Verification
In Great Britain, you must be 18 or older to gamble. Always verify your age and identity when signing up, and respect the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction. Underage gambling is illegal and can have serious consequences.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
- Chasing losses or gambling to win back money you have lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying to family and friends about it
- Spending more time or money on gambling than you intended
- Borrowing money or selling belongings to gamble
- Neglecting work, school or relationships because of gambling
- Feeling anxious, guilty or irritable when trying to cut down or stop
Self-Help Tools
Use responsible gambling tools where available:
- Deposit limits
- Loss limits
- Reality checks and session time reminders
- Cooling-off periods and self-exclusion
- Account closure
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know needs support, contact a recognised help service in your country:
- United Kingdom: GamCare and GamStop
- Australia: Gambling Help Online
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung
- Other countries: contact your national gambling support or helpline service.
Need Help?
If you recognise problem gambling warning signs in yourself or someone else, seek help now. Talking to a professional organisation is free, confidential and available to you.