Responsible Play

Set boundaries before you start

Every UKGC licensed operator is required to offer deposit limits, loss limits and session-time controls. We strongly recommend setting all three before making your first deposit. These boundaries act as automatic guardrails so that an impulsive moment does not escalate. Reducing a limit takes effect immediately; raising one is subject to a mandatory cooling-off period.

Recognising the signs

• Wagering more than you can comfortably afford to lose
• Chasing losses in an attempt to break even
• Using credit cards, loans or borrowed money to gamble
• Hiding the extent of your play from people close to you
• Feeling agitated or anxious when trying to cut back

If any of these ring true, it is time to pause. Most operators offer a time-out or self-exclusion option directly in your account settings. Consider contacting one of the services listed below for confidential support.

UK support organisations

GAMSTOP self-exclusion explained

GAMSTOP is the UK's national self-exclusion scheme. A single registration blocks you from all UKGC licensed online gambling sites for a period of your choosing — six months, one year or five years. It is the single most effective step for breaking a gambling habit, and it is completely free.

In-app tools every listed operator provides

• Deposit, loss and wager limits
• Session time alerts and enforced breaks
• Reality check pop-ups during active play
• Cooling-off periods and voluntary self-exclusion
• Full transaction and play history on demand

Gambling should occupy a small corner of your entertainment budget — nothing more. Never play under the influence of alcohol, when emotionally distressed, or with money earmarked for essential expenses. Support is always available, and asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.