Knowing when to stop
18+18+ only
Gambling in Great Britain is for adults only. If you're under 18, please close this page.
Warning signs
Get help if any of these sound familiar:
- Playing longer or spending more than planned
- Borrowing money to gamble or to cover losses
- Hiding your gambling from family or friends
- Feeling anxious, irritable or low when not gambling
- Chasing losses with bigger bets
Control tools
Every operator licensed by the Gambling Commission must offer deposit limits, reality checks, time-outs and account closure — usually in your account settings. Online slots are also capped at £5 per spin (£2 if you're aged 18–24).
This page is informational and doesn't replace professional medical, psychological or legal advice.
Self-exclusion with GAMSTOP
GAMSTOP is free and blocks you from every gambling website and app licensed in Great Britain at once, for 6 months, 1 year or 5 years. You can also self-exclude with a single operator directly.
Register with GAMSTOP ↗Free support
The National Gambling Helpline, run by GamCare, offers free, confidential advice to anyone affected by gambling — including family and friends.
National Gambling Helpline (24/7): 0808 8020 133
GamCare support ↗