🛡️ Responsible Gaming
Your safety and wellbeing are our top priority. Gambling should be fun and entertaining, never a source of problems or distress.
⚠️ Important Warning
Gambling can be addictive and harmful. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling addiction, help is available. You are not alone.
🎯 What is Responsible Gaming?
Responsible gaming means gambling in a way that is safe, controlled, and within your means. It's about making informed choices and understanding the risks involved. Gambling should be a form of entertainment, not a way to make money or solve financial problems.
Gamble with Money You Can Afford to Lose
Never gamble with money needed for bills, rent, food, or other essentials.
Set Time Limits
Decide how long you'll play before you start and stick to it.
Understand the Games
Know the odds and rules before playing. The house always has an edge.
Never Chase Losses
Accept losses as part of the game. Trying to win back losses often leads to bigger problems.
🔴 Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Recognizing the warning signs early is crucial. Problem gambling can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background.
Financial Signs
- Spending more money than you can afford
- Borrowing money to gamble
- Selling possessions to fund gambling
- Unpaid bills and debts mounting up
- Lying about how much money you've spent
Behavioral Signs
- Gambling for longer than intended
- Repeatedly trying and failing to cut down
- Thinking about gambling constantly
- Gambling to escape problems or feelings
- Chasing losses by gambling more
Emotional Signs
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
- Mood swings and depression
- Feeling guilty or ashamed about gambling
- Lying to family and friends
- Neglecting work or relationships
Social Signs
- Withdrawing from family and friends
- Missing important events or commitments
- Relationship problems due to gambling
- Loss of interest in hobbies
- Isolation and secrecy
💡 Tips for Safer Gambling
Set a Budget
Decide how much you can afford to lose before you start. Never exceed this amount.
Use Deposit Limits
Set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limits on your casino account.
Take Regular Breaks
Step away from gambling regularly. Use reality checks and time-out features.
Don't Gamble Under Influence
Avoid gambling when drinking alcohol or using drugs as it impairs judgment.
Balance with Other Activities
Keep gambling as one of many leisure activities, not your main pastime.
Don't Gamble to Solve Problems
Gambling is not a solution to financial difficulties or emotional issues.
🛠️ Self-Help Tools
All UK-licensed casinos are required to offer tools to help you stay in control of your gambling.
💰 Deposit Limits
Set limits on how much you can deposit per day, week, or month. This helps you control your spending and prevents you from depositing more than you can afford.
⏰ Session Time Limits
Set limits on how long you can play in a single session. The system will log you out automatically when your time is up.
💸 Loss Limits
Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose. Once reached, you won't be able to continue playing until the limit resets.
⏸️ Time-Out (Cooling Off Period)
Take a break from gambling for 24 hours, a week, or a month. Your account will be suspended temporarily during this period.
🚫 Self-Exclusion
Exclude yourself from gambling for a minimum of 6 months. This is a serious step for those with gambling problems.
⏰ Reality Checks
Receive periodic reminders showing how long you've been playing and how much you've won or lost.
📞 Get Help Now
If you're concerned about your gambling or someone else's, free, confidential help is available 24/7. You don't have to face this alone.
GamCare
Free, confidential advice and emotional support for anyone affected by problem gambling.
Visit GamCare
GamStop
Free service allowing you to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling sites.
Exclusion Period: 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years
Coverage: All UKGC-licensed operators
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
BeGambleAware
Leading charity providing information, advice and support for anyone affected by gambling harms.
Visit BeGambleAwareGambling Therapy
Free practical advice and emotional support for anyone affected by problem gambling worldwide.
Services: Online chat, forums, email support
Languages: Multiple languages available
Website: www.gamblingtherapy.org
Gamblers Anonymous
Fellowship of men and women who share their experience to help each other recover from gambling addiction.
Find a MeetingNational Gambling Helpline
Confidential advice and support for anyone affected by gambling problems in the UK.
Helpline: 0808 8020 133
Hours: Open 24/7, 365 days a year
Free: Calls from landlines and mobiles
👨👩👧👦 Help for Friends and Family
Problem gambling doesn't just affect the gambler—it impacts loved ones too. If someone you care about has a gambling problem, help is available for you as well.
Recognize the Signs
Learn to identify problem gambling behaviors. Changes in mood, secretive behavior, financial difficulties, and relationship problems are common indicators.
Have the Conversation
Choose a calm time to talk. Be supportive and non-judgmental. Express your concerns without accusations or blame.
Encourage Professional Help
Suggest contacting GamCare or other support services. Offer to help them make the call or attend appointments with them.
Protect Yourself
Set boundaries. Don't lend money or cover debts. Take care of your own mental health and seek support for yourself.
👶 Protecting Children and Young People
Children and young people are particularly vulnerable to gambling harms. It's illegal for anyone under 18 to gamble in the UK.
Parents and Guardians Should:
- Talk openly with children about gambling risks and harms
- Monitor online activity and use parental controls
- Set a good example with your own gambling behavior
- Keep gambling accounts secure with strong passwords
- Restrict access to credit cards and payment methods
- Be aware of gambling content in video games (loot boxes)
- Watch for warning signs like mood changes or secretive behavior
🏛️ UK Gambling Commission
All casinos listed on our site are licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission, which ensures operators meet strict standards for responsible gambling.
The Commission's Role:
- Licensing and regulating gambling operators
- Protecting children and vulnerable adults
- Ensuring gambling is fair and open
- Preventing gambling-related crime
- Investigating complaints about licensed operators
Contact the UK Gambling Commission:
Website: www.gamblingcommission.gov.uk
🚨 In Crisis?
If you're in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please reach out immediately:
Samaritans
Call: 116 123 (Free, 24/7)
Email: jo@samaritans.org
Emergency Services
Call: 999
For immediate medical or mental health emergencies
Remember
Gambling addiction is a recognized medical condition. Recovery is possible, and help is available. Taking the first step to seek help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You deserve support, and you can overcome this.
🛡️ When the fun stops, STOP.