Last updated October 2026
Responsible Gambling
Free money is still gambling. If it stops being fun, stop. Free, confidential help is available 24/7.
BeGambleAware (UK)
begambleaware.org
0808 8020 133
GamCare (UK)
gamcare.org.uk
0808 8020 133
NCPG (USA)
ncpgambling.org
1-800-522-4700
ConnexOntario (Canada)
connexontario.ca
1-866-531-2600
Gambling Help Online (Australia)
gamblinghelponline.org.au
1800 858 858
Gamblers Anonymous (worldwide)
gamblersanonymous.org
Local meetings
01Gambling is entertainment
Bonuses make casino games feel low-risk, but the house always has an edge. Treat anything you spend as the price of entertainment, never as a way to make money.
02Set limits before you play
Decide on a time limit and a money limit before you log in. Every licensed casino lets you set deposit, loss and session limits in your account settings.
03Don’t chase losses
Trying to win back what you lost is the most common way small losses turn into big ones. If you’re down, stop for the day.
04Bonuses are not a reason to deposit
A no deposit bonus is a free sample. Don’t let it push you into depositing more than you planned.
05Warning signs
Spending more than you can afford, borrowing to gamble, hiding it from people close to you, feeling anxious when not playing, or gambling to escape problems are all signs to take a break and talk to someone.
06Take a break or self-exclude
Casinos offer time-outs from 24 hours to several weeks, and self-exclusion for six months or longer. In the UK, GAMSTOP blocks all UK-licensed sites at once.
07Blocking software
Tools like Gamban, BetBlocker and Net Nanny can block gambling sites on your devices.
08Protecting minors
Gambling is for adults only. If children use your devices, use parental controls and never share your casino login details.