Gambling is for adults only. You must be 18 or over to use any UK-licensed gambling product. If you are concerned about your gambling, help is available.
Responsible Gambling
Gambling is a legitimate leisure activity for adults, but it carries real financial risk. It is not a reliable source of income, and outcomes cannot be predicted reliably regardless of knowledge, strategy, or skill.
For some people, gambling can become difficult to manage. If you find yourself betting more than you planned, chasing losses, or feeling anxious about gambling, take that seriously. Support is available, free of charge, and without judgement.
UK Support Resources
The statutory regulator for commercial gambling in Great Britain. You can check whether an operator holds a valid licence on the Commission's public register.
Free national self-exclusion scheme. Registering with GAMSTOP restricts access to all UK-licensed gambling websites and apps. Available for 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years.
Provides information, advice, and support for anyone affected by problem gambling. Operates the National Gambling Helpline (0808 8020 133, available 24 hours).
Funds research, education, and treatment for gambling-related harm. The website includes a self-assessment tool and a service finder for treatment and support.
Tools Available on Operator Platforms
All UK-licensed gambling operators are required to offer safer gambling tools. These typically include deposit limits, loss limits, time-out periods, cooling-off periods, and self-exclusion options. The specific tools and how to access them vary by operator — look in the account settings or responsible gambling section of any platform you use.
If you want to exclude yourself from all UK-licensed gambling websites at once, GAMSTOP is the simplest route. Registration is free and takes a few minutes.
Signs That Gambling May Be a Problem
- Spending more than you intended, consistently
- Chasing losses — betting more to recover what you've lost
- Difficulty stopping or taking a break
- Borrowing money or selling things to fund betting
- Neglecting work, family, or other responsibilities
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Concealing your gambling from people close to you
If any of these apply to you or someone you know, please contact GamCare or GambleAware. Both are free and confidential.