Safer Gambling

Tools, resources, and support if betting stops being fun. Betting should be entertainment, not a source of stress. If it's starting to feel like the second one, here's where to get help.

Setting limits before you need to

Every UK-licensed bookmaker is required to offer free tools to help you stay in control: deposit limits, loss limits, session time reminders, and time-outs. These are easiest to set up when you’re thinking clearly, not in the middle of a session, so it’s worth doing this the moment you open an account, not after a bad run.

Signs it might be more than entertainment

Chasing losses with bigger bets, betting money set aside for something else, hiding how much you’re betting from people close to you, or feeling anxious when you’re not able to bet, are all signs worth paying attention to, in yourself or someone you know.

GAMSTOP

GAMSTOP lets you self-exclude from all UK-licensed betting sites and apps in one step, rather than closing accounts individually. It’s free and takes a few minutes to set up at gamstop.co.uk.

Where to get support

BeGambleAware.org — information, advice, and free support for anyone affected by gambling, including friends and family
GamCare, National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133, free and confidential, available 24 hours a day
GAMSTOP, gamstop.co.uk, for self-exclusion across all UK-licensed operators

You don’t need to wait until things feel serious to reach out. These services exist for anyone who wants to talk something through, not just for a crisis.

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