Everything we review is for adults (18+) who choose to gamble. Non-Gamstop sites aren't part of the UK self-exclusion scheme, which makes staying in control your responsibility — so this page matters more here than on a UKGC site, not less.
Set your own limits
- Deposit limits: set one in the cashier before your first deposit and don't raise it in the moment.
- Treat it as entertainment: stake only what you can afford to lose, never money for bills.
- Never chase losses: the urge to win it back is the most expensive one in gambling.
- Take breaks: use cool-off and time-out tools where a site offers them.
Signs it's becoming a problem
- Gambling with money meant for essentials, or borrowing to gamble.
- Chasing losses, or betting bigger to feel the same buzz.
- Hiding it from people close to you, or feeling anxious when you're not playing.
A note on GamStop
If you registered with GamStop to stop gambling, non-Gamstop sites will let you back in — but that's exactly the situation GamStop exists to prevent. If that's you, please keep the exclusion and reach out below. You can also block gambling sites on your own devices with tools like Gamban.
Free, confidential help — 24/7
- BeGambleAware — advice and the National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133.
- GamCare — support, live chat and a self-assessment tool.
- GamStop — free self-exclusion across all UK-licensed sites.
- NHS Gambling Service — free treatment on the NHS.