Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While casino games can be fun and exciting, they are games of chance where the house always has a mathematical advantage. Please gamble only what you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be at least 18 years old to gamble legally. All players on our recommended casino sites are required to verify their age during registration. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to access gambling services.
Parents and guardians: If you have concerns about a young person's gambling, please seek support from the organisations listed below.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Be aware of these warning signs:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Gambling with money needed for essentials like bills, rent, or food
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount of time and money spent
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Neglecting family, work, or education due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Experiencing failed attempts to cut down or control gambling
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to get the same excitement
- Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling habits
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself, help is available.
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable online casinos provide the following responsible gaming tools:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Time Limits: Set limits on how long you can play in a single session
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders showing how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from an online casino for a set period or permanently
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling
We encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gambling. Speak to casino customer support if you need help activating these features.
Support Organisations
If you're struggling with problem gambling, the following organisations offer free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling, support groups, and information
www.gamcare.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7) - GamStop – The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Register to self-exclude from all GamStop-registered operators across the UK - Gamblers Anonymous – Free support and peer meetings
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Helpline: 0370 050 8880
International Support
- 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 - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
www.bzga.de
Need Help?
If you think you have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help today. Support is available, confidential, and free. Speaking to someone about your gambling is the first step towards regaining control.
You can also contact your GP (General Practitioner) in the UK, who can refer you to specialist services and support.
Remember: There is no shame in asking for help. Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible.