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Play Responsibly. Gambling can be addictive. Always bet within your means and prioritize responsible gaming.

Safe Gaming Your Safety First

Gambling should be fun and entertaining, never a source of financial stress or personal problems. Learn how to play safely and where to get help if you need it.

Key Principles of Safe Gambling

Follow these essential guidelines to ensure gambling remains enjoyable and safe

Set Financial Limits

Decide how much you can afford to lose before you start gambling. Never bet money you need for essential expenses like rent, food, or bills.

  • • Set daily, weekly, and monthly spending limits
  • • Use deposit limits available on all licensed sites
  • • Never chase losses with bigger bets
  • • Treat gambling as entertainment, not investment

Manage Your Time

Gambling should not dominate your time or interfere with work, relationships, or other important activities.

  • • Set time limits for gambling sessions
  • • Take regular breaks during play
  • • Use session time limits on casino sites
  • • Don't gamble when tired or stressed

Never Gamble Under Influence

Alcohol, drugs, or emotional distress can impair judgment and lead to poor gambling decisions.

  • • Avoid gambling when drinking alcohol
  • • Don't gamble when upset or depressed
  • • Take breaks if you're on a losing streak
  • • Step away if you feel angry or frustrated

Keep Track of Activity

Monitor your gambling habits regularly to ensure they remain within healthy boundaries.

  • • Review your account statements regularly
  • • Use activity tracking tools on casino sites
  • • Keep a personal gambling diary
  • • Be honest about wins and losses

Warning Signs to Watch For

Recognize these signs that gambling may be becoming a problem

Financial Warning Signs

  • Spending more money on gambling than you can afford
  • Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
  • Selling possessions to fund gambling
  • Gambling with money meant for bills or essentials
  • Chasing losses with increasingly larger bets

Behavioral Warning Signs

  • Lying to family and friends about gambling activities
  • Neglecting work, family, or social responsibilities
  • Feeling anxious, depressed, or guilty about gambling
  • Unable to stop or control gambling urges
  • Gambling to escape problems or negative emotions

If you recognize any of these signs, it's important to seek help immediately.

Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Professional support is available and effective.

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Available Tools & Controls

All UKGC licensed casinos provide these safe gambling tools

Deposit Limits

Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much you can deposit into your account.

Time Limits

Control how long you spend gambling with session time limits and reminders.

Loss Limits

Set maximum amounts you're willing to lose in a given time period.

Reality Checks

Receive regular reminders about how long you've been playing and money spent.

Cool-Off Periods

Take a temporary break from gambling for 24 hours, a week, or a month.

Self-Exclusion

Block access to your account for 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years through GAMSTOP.

Get Professional Help

Free, confidential support is available 24/7 from these trusted organizations

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