Responsible Gaming
Gambling should be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Never bet more than you can comfortably afford to lose, and never chase your losses.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older (or meet the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to gamble. In the UK, the legal gambling age is 18. We strongly encourage you to verify your age and identity before playing at any online casino.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
- Chasing losses by betting more to win back money
- Hiding your gambling activity from family or friends
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Neglecting work, studies, or relationships because of gambling
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble
- Feeling anxious, guilty, or irritable when trying to cut down
- Lying about how much you gamble
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable casinos offer practical tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit limits – set a cap on how much you can add to your account per day, week, or month
- Loss limits – define the maximum amount you are prepared to lose in a set period
- Reality checks – receive regular reminders of how long you have been playing
- Session time limits – restrict the amount of time you can spend gambling
- Self-exclusion – block yourself from accessing gambling sites for a chosen period, from 24 hours to permanent exclusion
Support Organizations
If you are worried about your gambling, free and confidential help is available. Choose your country:
- United Kingdom: GamCare (www.gamcare.org.uk) and GamStop (www.gamstop.co.uk)
- 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)
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (www.bzga.de)
- Other countries: Please contact your national responsible gambling authority or search for your country’s problem gambling helpline. Most countries provide free, confidential support services.
Need Help Now?
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, don’t wait. In the UK, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) or visit the organizations listed above. You are not alone, and help is always available.