Responsible Gaming
Introduction
We are committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. Gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling more than you can afford to lose, or if gambling is affecting your life negatively, please seek help immediately.
Age Verification
All gambling services are restricted to individuals aged 18 years or older in the United Kingdom. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to gamble on betting sites. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to access gambling platforms.
By using any betting service, you confirm that you are of legal gambling age in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Please be aware of the following warning signs that may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses: Trying to recover money lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling activity: Concealing the extent of gambling from friends or family
- Loss of control: Inability to stick to gambling limits you've set
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Gambling with money needed for essentials: Using rent, bills, or food money to gamble
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Escalating stakes: Needing to gamble larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Failed attempts to stop: Repeated unsuccessful efforts to reduce or quit gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling activity
- Physical symptoms: Sleep disturbances, headaches, or stress-related health issues
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, it is important to seek support.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features
Most reputable betting operators, including bet365, offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose over a defined period
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during gambling sessions about how long you've been playing
- Betting Limits: Restrict the amount you can wager on individual bets
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing betting accounts
- Cool-Off Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set duration
These tools are available through your betting account settings. We encourage you to use them as part of your responsible gambling strategy.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you are struggling with gambling, professional help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling and support for problem gamblers
www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme covering all licensed UK betting operators
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings across the UK
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk - Citizens Advice – Support for financial and personal issues related to gambling
www.citizensadvice.org.uk
International Support
- Australia: Gambling Help Online
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org - United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
www.bzga.de
Take Action Today
If you believe you or someone you know has a problem with gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out—professional support is available and people do recover.
Remember: Gambling should only be for entertainment. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, and always set limits before you play.
For more information or to access support, contact one of the organisations listed above. Help is available 24/7.