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Responsible Gambling

At UK Betting Compare, we are committed to promoting responsible gambling. While betting can be an enjoyable form of entertainment, it's important to gamble safely and within your means.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:

Spending more money on gambling than you can afford to lose
Gambling for longer periods than intended
Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut down
Chasing losses by betting more to win back money
Lying to family or friends about gambling habits
Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble
Neglecting work, education, or family responsibilities
Feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed about gambling

Tools to Help You Gamble Safely

All UK-licensed betting sites are required to offer responsible gambling tools. Make use of these features to stay in control:

Deposit Limits

Set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limits to control how much you can add to your betting account.

Loss Limits

Limit the amount you can lose over a set period to prevent excessive losses.

Session Limits

Set time limits for how long you can be logged in and betting.

Reality Checks

Receive regular notifications showing how long you've been playing and your net position.

Cooling Off Periods

Take a short break from gambling, typically 24 hours to 6 weeks.

Self-Exclusion

Exclude yourself from a site for a set period, from 6 months to 5 years or permanently.

Self-Exclusion with GamStop

GamStop is the national self-exclusion scheme for online gambling. When you register with GamStop, you will be blocked from using all gambling websites and apps licensed in Great Britain for a period of your choosing:

6 months
1 year
5 years

Registration is free, quick, and confidential. Once registered, you cannot reverse your self-exclusion during the chosen period. Visit www.gamstop.co.uk to register.

Support Organisations

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, these organisations offer free, confidential support:

BeGambleAware

Free, confidential help and support for anyone affected by gambling.

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GamCare

Support, information, and free counselling for problem gamblers.

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GamStop

Free self-exclusion scheme to block access to all UK licensed gambling sites.

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Gambling Therapy

Free online support and practical advice for problem gambling.

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Protecting Underage Persons

It is illegal for anyone under 18 to gamble in the United Kingdom.

All UK-licensed betting sites are required to verify the age and identity of their customers. If you are a parent or guardian, consider using parental control software to prevent children from accessing gambling websites:

Never share your betting account details with anyone, and always log out after using a shared device.

Tips for Safe Gambling

Set a budget: Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Set time limits: Don't let gambling take over your life.
Never chase losses: Accept that losing is part of gambling.
Don't gamble when upset: Avoid gambling as a way to cope with stress or emotions.
Take regular breaks: Step away and do other activities.
Balance gambling with other activities: Ensure gambling remains just one of many leisure activities.