Responsible Gaming

Gambling should always be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial difficulties. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, and treat any losses as the cost of your entertainment. If gambling stops being fun, it’s time to take a step back.

Age Verification

In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years or older to gamble legally. All licensed UK casinos, including those accepting paysafecard, are required by the Gambling Commission to verify your age and identity before you can deposit, play, or withdraw. Underage gambling is a serious offence and can lead to account closure and confiscation of funds. If you are under 18, or below the local legal gambling age where you reside, do not attempt to gamble.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you care about, it may be time to seek help:

• Chasing losses – trying to win back money you have lost by gambling more.
• Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or employers.
• Spending more time or money on gambling than you can afford.
• Borrowing money, selling possessions, or lying to fund gambling.
• Neglecting work, study, family, or social responsibilities because of gambling.
• Feeling anxious, guilty, irritable, or depressed when not gambling.
• Repeatedly trying to cut down or stop gambling without success.
• Gambling to escape from stress, anxiety, or other problems.

Self-Help Tools

Reputable UK-licensed casinos offer a range of tools to help you stay in control of your gambling. These are usually available in your account settings or via customer support:

• Deposit limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly maximum amounts you can deposit.
• Loss limits: Cap the amount you can lose over a given period.
• Reality checks: Receive on-screen reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have spent.
• Session time limits: Automatically log out after a set period of play.
• Self-exclusion: Block yourself from your account for a chosen period (from 6 months to 5 years).
• Cooling-off periods: Temporarily suspend your account for a short break (e.g., 24 hours to 6 weeks).
• Account closure: Permanently close your account.

Always use these tools proactively. They are free, confidential, and designed to keep gambling safe and enjoyable.

Support Organisations

If you feel that gambling is becoming a problem, you are not alone. Free, confidential help and advice are available from the following organisations. For countries not listed, please search for your national gambling support service.

United Kingdom

• GamCare – National provider of information, advice, and support for anyone affected by problem gambling. www.gamcare.org.uk (Freephone: 0808 8020 133)
• GamStop – Free self-exclusion scheme for UK-licensed online gambling sites. Register once to block yourself from all participating sites. www.gamstop.co.uk

Australia

• Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential support for anyone affected by gambling in Australia. www.gamblinghelponline.org.au

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council – Provides resources, education, and support for safer gambling across Canada. www.responsiblegambling.org

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and resources for problem gambling in the US. www.ncpgambling.org (Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER)

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Federal Centre for Health Education, providing information and help on gambling addiction. Visit www.bzga.de or call the free helpline 0800 1 37 27 00.

Other Countries

If you are outside the above regions, please contact your local health service or search online for a national gambling helpline. Most countries have a dedicated, free, and confidential support service.

Seek Help Today

If you recognise any warning signs in yourself or someone else, do not wait. Problem gambling is treatable, and reaching out is the first step. Contact one of the organisations above, speak to a trusted friend or family member, or use the self-exclusion tools available on this site. Your wellbeing matters more than any game.