Responsible gambling
Gambling should be a form of entertainment, never a way to make money or escape problems. This page explains how to stay in control and where to get help.
Stay in control
The vast majority of people gamble without harm, but it is easy for entertainment to tip into something more. A few simple habits keep it on the right side of the line.
- Only ever gamble money you can comfortably afford to lose.
- Set deposit, loss and time limits before you start — and stick to them.
- Never chase losses by betting more to win back what you have lost.
- Do not gamble when you are upset, stressed or under the influence.
- Treat any winnings as a bonus, not as income you are relying on.
- Take regular breaks, and keep gambling as one hobby among others.
Warning signs
It may be time to stop and seek help if gambling is no longer fun, if you are spending more than you intended, hiding it from people close to you, borrowing money to gamble, or feeling anxious about it. Recognising these signs early makes them far easier to act on.
Tools that can help
Reputable casinos provide built-in safer-gambling tools, and we recommend using them proactively rather than waiting until there is a problem. Look for deposit limits, loss and wager limits, session-time reminders, cool-off periods and self-exclusion, all of which are usually found in your account settings.
You must be 18 or over
Online gambling is strictly for adults. You must be at least 18 years old — or the legal gambling age in your country, whichever is higher — to open an account or place a bet. Operators are required to verify your age, and underage gambling is illegal.
Where to get free, confidential help
If gambling is affecting you or someone you know, support is available around the clock and it is free and confidential. You do not have to wait until things feel serious to reach out.