Responsible Gaming
Introduction
Online casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.
Set strict limits on how much time and money you spend gaming, and always maintain control over your gambling habits.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online casino gaming in the United Kingdom. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to gamble online. If you are below the legal age, please do not attempt to register or play.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs in your own behaviour, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by gambling more money to recover what you've lost
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Using gambling as an escape from problems, stress, or emotional pain
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Neglecting relationships, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
Self-Help Tools
Many online casinos provide tools to help you manage your gambling responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders about how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Session Time Limits: Set a maximum duration for each gaming session
- Self-Exclusion: Take a break from gambling by temporarily or permanently closing your account
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
Always use these tools to maintain control and protect your wellbeing.
Support Organizations
If you are struggling with problem gambling, help is available from the following organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare - Free, confidential support and counselling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop - National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
International Support
- Australia - Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Canada - Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - United States - National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org - Germany - Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Website: www.bzga.de
Take Action Now
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please reach out for help today. Problem gambling is a serious issue, but recovery is possible with support. Contact one of the organisations listed above or speak to someone you trust about your concerns.
Remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You do not have to face this alone.