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Responsible Gambling

Practical guidance for keeping gambling in balance, spotting warning signs, and using account control tools.

Last updated July 20, 2026

18+ Only adults aged 18 and over should gamble. If gambling stops feeling like entertainment, it is time to pause and review your play.

Responsible gambling is about keeping control of your time, spend, and expectations. A good starting point is to set a budget before you play and to decide in advance how long you want to stay online. Treat any loss as part of the cost of entertainment, never as a problem to chase.

Warning signs can include spending more than planned, hiding gambling from other people, trying to win back losses, feeling irritated when you cannot play, or finding that gambling is affecting work, study, sleep, or relationships. If any of these feel familiar, step back and use the tools below.

Limits are one of the simplest ways to stay in control. Set deposit, loss, and session limits that fit your budget, and keep them realistic. If you reach a limit, stop for the day rather than changing the plan in the moment. Limits work best when they are decided before emotions are involved.

Time-out tools can help when you need a short break. A time-out pauses access to your account for a set period, giving you room to reset without making rushed decisions. Use it if you want a few days away from gambling or if you need time to reflect on your habits.

Self-exclusion is the stronger option when you want to stop gambling for longer. It blocks access for an extended period and is designed for people who need a firm boundary. If you are unsure whether to take that step, consider choosing a time-out first, then move to self-exclusion if you still feel unable to keep control.

If you want to manage your activity further, check the locale support section for the options available in your region. It can point you to the account tools and help information that apply to your locale. Support resources may vary by market, so use the section that matches your language and location.

If you are worried about your gambling, speak to someone you trust and take a break from play. The safest choice is always the one that helps you stay in control.

Gambling must stay entertainment. This platform is for adults aged 18+ only. Never spend more than you can afford to lose, chase losses or gamble to escape stress or debt.

Tools to stay in control

  • Deposit limits — cap how much you can add per day, week or month.
  • Loss and wager limits — set a ceiling on stakes or net losses over a period.
  • Reality checks — reminders of how long you have been playing.
  • Time-outs — suspend access for a chosen period.
  • Self-exclusion — block access for a longer period, including applicable national schemes.

Find local support

Support available for your current region: BeGambleAware / GamCare. Other market-specific services are listed below.

RegionMin. ageSupport organisation
United Kingdom18+BeGambleAware / GamCare
0808 8020 133
Germany18+Check dein Spiel (BZgA)
Austria18+Spielsuchthilfe (Spielerschutz)
Italy18+Gioca Responsabile
Spain18+Jugar Bien
Poland18+Anonimowi Hazardzisci
Netherlands18+Loket Kansspel
Finland18+Peluuri
Sweden18+Stodlinjen
Norway18+Hjelpelinjen
Denmark18+StopSpillet