Set clear limits before you play
Before you visit any casino site, decide how much time and money you are genuinely comfortable losing. Stick to those limits even if you are winning or feel tempted to keep chasing a result.
- Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
- Set a clear budget for gambling each week or month.
- Decide in advance how long you will play in one session.
- Never borrow money or use essential funds (rent, bills, food) to gamble.
Warning signs that gambling is a problem
It may be time to stop and get support if you recognise any of these patterns:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than you planned.
- Chasing losses or trying to “win back” what you have lost.
- Hiding your gambling from family or friends.
- Feeling stressed, guilty, anxious or depressed about gambling.
- Using gambling as a way to escape problems or bad moods.
Use the tools offered by licensed operators
UK-licensed operators are required to provide safer-gambling tools. Use them early rather than waiting until things feel out of control.
- Deposit limits – cap how much you can add to your account over a period.
- Loss limits – restrict how much you can lose before play is blocked.
- Time-outs – short breaks that prevent you from logging in for a set time.
- Self-exclusion – blocks access for a longer period if you need to step away completely.
Gambling always involves risk. Only play if you are 18+ and can afford to lose the money you stake.
If it stops feeling fun, stop completely and get support.