Responsible Gaming
Gambling should be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial difficulties. Always play within your means and only with money you can afford to lose. If gambling stops being fun, it is important to seek help.
Age Verification
In Great Britain, you must be 18 years or older to gamble. Licensed operators are required to verify your age before you can deposit or play. Underage gambling is illegal and can lead to account closure and forfeiture of winnings.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
- Chasing losses by returning to try to win back money
- Hiding gambling activity from friends or family
- Spending more time or money than you intended
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble
- Neglecting work, studies, or relationships
- Feeling anxious, guilty, or irritable when trying to cut down
- Gambling to escape from stress, anxiety, or low mood
- Lying about losses or wins
Self-Help Tools
Most licensed gambling sites, including those for bingo and casino games, offer practical tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit limits: cap how much you can pay in over a set period
- Loss limits: limit how much you can lose in a session or week
- Reality checks: receive alerts after a set amount of playtime
- Time-outs: take a short break from your account
- Self-exclusion: block access for a longer period, typically six months to five years