Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
Online casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to make money or solve financial problems. All casino games are games of chance, and the house always has a mathematical advantage. Please only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never view gambling as an investment or income source.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be at least 18 years of age to participate in online gambling activities. We are committed to preventing access by underage individuals. If you are under 18, please do not use our affiliate links or access casino websites. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use parental controls and monitor online activity.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in your own behaviour, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Spending more money or time gambling than planned
- Chasing losses by gambling more to win back money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting work, family, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Experiencing anxiety or irritability when unable to gamble
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Lying about the extent of your gambling activities
- Relying on others to provide money to cover gambling losses
If you experience any of these warning signs, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Player Protections
Most reputable online casinos offer self-help tools to support responsible gambling. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a session or time period
- Reality Checks: Receive automated reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Time-Out/Cool-Off Period: Take a temporary break from your account (hours to days) without full closure
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily exclude yourself from an online casino, preventing access to your account
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
We encourage all players to use these tools proactively to maintain control over their gambling activities.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gambling
www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free & confidential) - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme for UK-regulated online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Allows you to self-exclude from all UK-regulated online gambling operators - Gamblers Anonymous — Peer support meetings across the UK
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Other Countries
- 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
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (free & confidential) - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Telephone: 0800-1372700 (free helpline for gambling addiction)
If You Need Help
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you are concerned about your gambling or the gambling of someone close to you, please contact one of the support organisations listed above. They offer free, confidential advice and can help you access treatment and support services.
Remember: gambling should only ever be a form of entertainment. If it is causing you or your family distress, reach out for help today.