Gambling should be fun — a form of entertainment, not a way to make money or escape problems. If it ever stops feeling that way, the resources on this page can help.
Decide what you can afford to lose before you play. Never gamble with money meant for bills, rent, or essentials.
Long sessions skew judgment. Use casino deposit and session limit tools, or set a timer before you start.
Losses are part of gambling. Trying to win them back by betting more is the single biggest predictor of harm.
If any of these sound familiar, it's worth talking to someone. None of them are things to be ashamed of — they're common, and help is available.
Every licensed casino lets you set a daily, weekly, or monthly cap on deposits. Set it before you start playing, not after you've lost.
Set a max time per session. Most casinos will auto-log you out when it's reached.
Temporarily block your account for 24 hours, 7 days, or longer. Useful when you feel you're playing too much.
Block yourself from a casino (or, via services like GamStop, from all UK-licensed casinos) for 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years.
These organizations offer free help 24/7 — by chat, phone, or in person. You don't need to be in crisis to reach out.
18+ only. Gambling involves risk. Never play with money you can't afford to lose. If you or someone you know may have a gambling problem, please reach out to one of the organizations above.