Responsible gambling

How to stay in control

• Set a budget you can afford to lose before you start, and never top it up in the same session.
• Use deposit limits — every licensed operator we list offers daily, weekly and monthly limits.
• Set time limits and take regular breaks. Reality checks show how long you have been playing.
• Never chase losses. Losses are the cost of entertainment, not a debt to win back.
• Don't gamble when stressed, upset, or under the influence of alcohol.

Warning signs

• Spending more money or time than you intended
• Borrowing money or selling things to gamble
• Lying to family or friends about gambling
• Feeling anxious, irritable or low when not gambling
• Gambling to escape problems or recover losses

Self-exclusion and blocking tools

Self-exclusion lets you block yourself from gambling sites for a set period. UK players can use GAMSTOP to exclude from all UK-licensed sites at once. Blocking software such as Gamban or BetBlocker can stop access on all your devices. GambGenius members can also hide every offer on our site, take a 24-hour to 7-day break, or self-exclude from their account.

Where to get support

• BeGambleAware — free advice and treatment (UK)
• National Council on Problem Gambling — 1-800-GAMBLER (US)
• Gamblers Anonymous — peer support worldwide
• GamCare — support, information and counselling

Underage gambling

You must be 18 or older (21 in some jurisdictions) to gamble. Parents can use filtering software such as Net Nanny or the built-in parental controls on devices to block gambling sites.

Managing your money well is part of staying in control — read our bankroll management guide.