Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
We want you to enjoy betting responsibly. Gambling should only ever be seen as a form of entertainment, like going to the cinema or watching a live event. It should never be viewed as a way to make money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to gamble in the United Kingdom. This is a legal requirement. All operators featured on this website are licensed to accept only players aged 18+. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to register or place bets.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in your own behaviour, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to win back money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or essential expenses
- Feeling the need to gamble with larger amounts to get the same excitement
- Spending more time gambling than planned
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, study, relationships, or hobbies due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Lying about the extent of your gambling activities
If you experience any of these signs, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools Available
Most licensed betting operators offer tools to help you maintain control over your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you're willing to lose over a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during your gaming session about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from accessing a betting account for a set period (typically 6 months to 5 years)
- Time-Outs: Take a temporary break from gambling without fully closing your account
Use these tools proactively to manage your gambling responsibly.
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, the following organisations provide free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free confidential support and counselling for problem gamblers and their families
www.gamcare.org.uk | Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free) - GamStop – The national self-exclusion scheme allowing you to self-exclude from all licensed UK gambling operators at once
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings for those struggling with problem gambling
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
International Support
- 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 | 1-800-GAMBLER
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de
If You Need Help, Reach Out
Problem gambling can affect anyone, regardless of age, background, or financial situation. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you suspect you have a gambling problem, or if someone you know needs support, please contact one of the organisations listed above immediately.
Help is available 24/7, and all support is completely confidential and non-judgmental.