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Responsible Gambling
Gambling should be fun. If it stops being enjoyable, or if you feel it is affecting your finances, relationships, or mental health, help is available. This page provides tools, tips, and links to free support services.
Warning Signs
Spending more money or time gambling than intended
Gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
Chasing losses with bigger bets
Lying to family or friends about gambling habits
Neglecting work, school, or personal responsibilities
Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble
Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
Tools Available to You
Deposit Limits
Set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limits in your account settings to control spending.
Session Time Reminders
Set session time limits to receive a notification when you have been gambling for a set period.
Reality Check
Enable periodic pop-ups that show you how long you have been playing and how much you have wagered.
Self-Exclusion
Temporarily or permanently close your account via the bookmaker's responsible gambling page, or use GamStop for site-wide exclusion.
Loss Limits
Set maximum loss amounts over a defined period to prevent overspending.
Cooling-Off Period
Take a break from gambling for a set period without permanently closing your account.
Support Organisations
GamStop
Register for the free national self-exclusion scheme. Blocks your access to all UKGC-licensed gambling sites.
Gamblers Anonymous UK
Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other.
0330 094 0322