Safer gambling
Responsible Gambling
Gambling is entertainment with a built-in house edge — not a way to earn money or fix financial problems. If play stops feeling optional, use the resources below immediately.
GamStop — nationwide self-exclusion
GamStop is a free service that blocks access to all UKGC-licensed online gambling for six months, one year, or five years. Registration at gamstop.co.uk covers every licensed operator in one step. The exclusion cannot be reversed early.
Deposit and time limits
Every UK-licensed site must let you set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit caps in account settings. Set them before your first deposit, not after a loss. Reality checks and session timers are worth enabling on mobile apps where it is easy to lose track.
Support organisations
If someone else is at risk
GamCare runs the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7). You do not need to be the person gambling to call.