Responsible Gaming

Gambling should always be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or escape financial problems. Never chase losses or bet more than you can comfortably afford to lose. Always set limits and play responsibly.

Age Verification

In Great Britain, you must be 18 years or older to gamble. Operators are required by law to verify your age and identity before you can deposit or place bets. If you are under 18, or under the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction (which may be higher), do not gamble.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Recognising the signs early is important. Ask yourself if you or someone you know:

• Chase losses by returning to try to win back money lost.
• Hide gambling activity from family, friends, or employers.
• Spend more time or money on gambling than intended.
• Borrow money, sell possessions, or neglect bills to fund gambling.
• Feel restless or irritable when trying to cut down or stop.
• Use gambling as a way to escape from stress, anxiety, or depression.
• Lie about winnings or losses, or feel guilty after gambling.
• Neglect work, studies, or relationships due to gambling.

Self-Help Tools

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

• Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much you can deposit.
• Loss Limits: Cap the amount you can lose over a set period.
• Reality Checks: Receive on-screen reminders of how long you have been playing.
• Time-Outs: Take a short break from gambling, typically from 24 hours up to 6 weeks.
• Self-Exclusion: Block yourself from gambling for a longer period — in Great Britain, GAMSTOP offers free self-exclusion from all UK-licensed online gambling sites for 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years.

Support Organisations

If you are concerned about your gambling or someone else’s, confidential help is available. Contact the organisation relevant to your location:

• United Kingdom: GamCare — National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7). Also GamStop for self-exclusion.
• Australia: Gambling Help Online — 1800 858 858 (free, 24/7).
• Canada: Responsible Gambling Council — resources and local helplines.
• United States: National Council on Problem Gambling — 1-800-GAMBLER.
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Helpline: 0800 1 37 27 00.
• Other countries: Please refer to your national gambling support service or search for your local responsible gambling helpline.

If you feel your gambling has become a problem, please seek help now. You are not alone, and support is free, confidential, and effective. Taking the first step is a sign of strength, not weakness.