Responsible Gambling

Gambling should be fun, controlled and within your means. If it stops being any of these, help is available.

Tips for Safer Play

Set a budget before you start and never exceed it. Set a time limit and take regular breaks. Never chase losses or gamble with money you cannot afford to lose. Only play when you are in a clear, sober frame of mind. Gambling is entertainment — treat it that way.

Self-Exclusion and Operator Tools

All UKGC-licensed operators are required to offer responsible-gambling tools including deposit limits, loss limits, session-time reminders, cooling-off periods and self-exclusion. Use them. If you want to exclude yourself from all UKGC-licensed online gambling sites at once, register with GamStop. You can choose exclusion periods of 6 months, 1 year or 5 years.

Support and Helplines

BeGambleAware — begambleaware.org — Freephone: 0808 8020 133. Free, confidential advice and support for anyone affected by problem gambling.

GamCare — gamcare.org.uk — Provides counselling, advice and support for problem gamblers and their families.

Gambling Therapy — gamblingtherapy.org — Offers free online support and practical advice.

Age Restriction

You must be 18 or older to gamble in the United Kingdom. It is illegal to gamble if you are under 18. All operators listed on this site are required to verify your age before you can deposit or play.