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Practical tools and plain-language guidance to help you stay in control, plus free confidential support whenever you need it.
Gambling is a form of entertainment intended for adults aged 18 and over. For most people it stays that way, but for some it can become difficult to manage and cause real harm to finances, relationships or wellbeing. If that happens, support is free, confidential and available at any time, regardless of which platform you use.
Spending more time or money than intended, chasing losses, feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling, or hiding activity from family are all signs worth paying attention to. Noticing these early makes it easier to step back and reassess before habits become harder to change.
Licensed platforms let you set deposit limits, session time reminders and reality checks before you start playing. These tools work quietly in the background, giving you a clear picture of time and money spent so you can adjust your habits whenever you choose.
GAMSTOP is a free UK service that lets you block your own access to gambling websites and apps licensed in Great Britain for a period you choose. It applies across all participating operators, offering a straightforward way to take a break when you need one.
Speaking to a trained adviser can help, even if you're not certain there's a problem. Organisations such as GamCare and the National Gambling Helpline listen without judgement and can point you toward practical next steps, including support groups and treatment options.
Simple steps such as using separate devices, setting up parental controls and keeping account passwords private help keep gambling activity restricted to the account holder alone and away from others who share the household.
If you answered yes to any of these, it may help to talk to someone — the services below are free and confidential.
Free, confidential advice and support for anyone affected by gambling, plus tools to check your own habits.
Runs the National Gambling Helpline (24/7) and offers free treatment, live chat and self-help resources.
Free national self-exclusion scheme: one registration blocks you from all online gambling sites licensed in Great Britain.
Peer-support fellowship with meetings across the UK for people who want to stop gambling.
NHS guidance on gambling harm and how to get a referral to a specialist gambling clinic.
The regulator for gambling in Great Britain: check an operator's licence on the public register and read player advice.
If any of this feels familiar, you're not alone and support is close at hand. Reaching out is a straightforward step, and the services listed below are free, confidential and ready to help.
Answers to what readers ask us most often about limits, self-exclusion and getting support.
Most operators licensed by the Gambling Commission let you set daily, weekly or monthly deposit limits, take short time-outs, or schedule reality check reminders that show how long you've been active. These settings are usually found in account or safer-gambling menus and can typically be adjusted or tightened at any time.
GAMSTOP is a free service that blocks your access to gambling websites and apps licensed in Great Britain for a period between six months and five years. Registration takes a few minutes and applies across all participating licensed operators, not just one platform.
Yes. Organisations such as GamCare and the National Gambling Helpline provide free, confidential advice and support, whether you're looking for information for yourself or someone you're concerned about. You don't need to have a diagnosed problem to reach out and ask questions.
No. We publish independent editorial reviews comparing licensed operators as platforms — covering licensing, verification, withdrawals, support and safer-gambling tools — and link readers to operators' official websites. Any account, deposit or gameplay takes place directly with the licensed operator, not with us.