Responsible Gambling

Last updated: March 2025

Gambling should be entertainment, not a source of stress. UK Top Casinos promotes responsible play by sharing practical tips, listing official support organisations and highlighting the tools you can use to stay in control.

1. What Responsible Gambling Means

  • Making informed choices and setting clear limits.
  • Keeping gambling separate from essential finances.
  • Recognising warning signs and seeking help early.

2. Warning Signs

Financial

  • Spending more than you planned or can afford.
  • Borrowing money to gamble or missing bill payments.

Behavioural

  • Gambling more frequently or for longer sessions.
  • Chasing losses or hiding gambling from others.

Emotional

  • Feeling guilty, anxious or irritable about gambling.
  • Neglecting work, studies or relationships.

3. Setting Limits

Money

  • Decide your budget in advance and stick to it.
  • Use deposit and loss limits offered by licensed operators.

Time

  • Set session timers and take regular breaks.
  • Avoid gambling when stressed, tired or under the influence.

Balance

  • Keep up with hobbies, exercise and social activities.
  • Never view gambling as a way to make money.

4. Self-Exclusion & Blocking Tools

GAMSTOP (UK)

A free national self-exclusion service that can block your access to UK-licensed gambling websites and apps for a chosen period (6 months, 1 year or 5 years).

Casino-Level Tools

  • Timeouts, self-exclusion and reality checks are available within account settings.
  • Contact support to request limits or pauses from activity.

Blocking Software

  • Gamban
  • BetBlocker
  • Cold Turkey

5. UK Support Services

6. Quick Safety Tips

  • Decide a budget and time limit before you play.
  • Take breaks; stop if you feel out of control.
  • Use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication where available.

7. Immediate Help

  • GamCare National Helpline: 0808 8020 133
  • Samaritans (24/7): 116 123
  • NHS 111: Dial 111