18+ Safer Gambling Guide

Responsible gambling information for UK players

Gambling should be entertainment, not a source of financial pressure. This page explains practical ways to stay in control, warning signs to watch for, and where to get confidential support if gambling starts to harm your wellbeing.

Core safer gambling habits

Set a deposit limit before playing and never raise it in the same session.
Use a fixed time budget so gambling does not replace work, sleep, or family time.
Treat losses as the cost of entertainment and avoid chasing money back.
Never gamble with money needed for rent, bills, food, or debt repayments.
Take regular breaks and avoid gambling when stressed, upset, or under the influence of alcohol.

Warning signs to take seriously

Gambling longer or spending more than you planned.
Borrowing money to gamble or to recover gambling losses.
Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or colleagues.
Feeling anxious, guilty, irritable, or unable to stop.
Gambling affecting work performance, relationships, or mental health.

Tools you can use right now

Deposit and loss limits

Cap how much you can deposit or lose daily, weekly, or monthly.

Time reminders and breaks

Set session reminders and mandatory timeout periods to step away.

Self-exclusion options

Use GAMSTOP or operator self-exclusion if control becomes difficult.

Support organisations

If you are concerned about your gambling, contact a specialist service. Support is confidential and available for both players and affected family members.

Important reminder

You must be 18+ to gamble in the UK. If gambling is causing harm, stop playing and contact a support service today.