Think of gambling as a paid evening out rather than a way to earn. Fix a spending figure before a session begins and stop the moment it runs out. Our daily cashback hands back part of a losing day, and it should never become a reason to keep going.
Controls you can set
- Deposit limits, to put a ceiling on what goes in.
- Reality checks, which interrupt play to show the time spent in a session.
- Time-outs, for a short pause.
- Self-exclusion, when you need a longer break.
Ask support and any of these can be applied for you, and lowering a limit takes effect immediately.
Why GAMSTOP will not stop you here
GAMSTOP covers sites licensed in Great Britain, and ours is an Anjouan licence. Registering with GAMSTOP therefore leaves our sign-up open to you, so if you have done so, please stay away. Gamban is blocking software for phones and computers, and it reaches gambling sites beyond GAMSTOP's scheme as well.
Warning signs
Spending to win back earlier losses is the clearest sign. Others are using bill or rent money, taking loans to fund play, keeping your spending secret and growing restless whenever you are unable to bet. If any of these sound familiar, stop and speak to someone.
Where to get help
- GamCare runs the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133, free and confidential.
- GambleAware explains gambling harm and how to reach treatment.
- Gordon Moody offers residential and online recovery help.
- Gamblers Anonymous holds meetings locally and online.
Under-18s
Nobody under 18 may hold an account. Keep your password to yourself and lock any device you share.