Responsible Gambling

This page is intended for anyone who wants to understand the risks associated with online gambling, recognise the signs of problem gambling, and find out what support options exist in Great Britain. This site does not operate a casino or accept bets. We publish information about slot games and refer readers to licensed operators. That commercial role does not reduce our obligation to address gambling harm directly and honestly.

The nature of gambling risk

All forms of gambling involve financial risk. Slot machines, whether physical or online, are designed to return less money over time than they take in. The RTP (return to player) percentage published for each game represents a long-run statistical average, calculated across millions of spins. In any individual session, the outcome is determined by a certified random number generator and bears no relationship to previous results. No strategy, pattern, or staking system can change the mathematical edge that operates in favour of the house. Anyone gambling with the expectation of consistent profit is operating on a false premise.

Signs of problem gambling

Problem gambling does not always present as dramatic or obvious and can develop gradually. It may go unnoticed until negative consequences build up over time. Common indicators include spending more than intended or affordable, borrowing money or using essential funds to gamble, and chasing losses. Other signs are irritability or preoccupation when not gambling, hiding the extent of gambling, neglecting responsibilities, and repeated unsuccessful attempts to cut down or stop gambling.

Practical steps to stay in control

Licensed operators regulated by the UK Gambling Commission must offer player protection tools. These include deposit limits, loss limits, session time limits, reality checks, and self-exclusion options. Deposit limits control how much you can add over a set period, while loss limits cap total losses. Session limits and reality checks help monitor time and spending, and self-exclusion allows you to block access for 6 months to 5 years.

Separate from individual operator tools, the national self-exclusion scheme GamStop covers all operators licensed by the UKGC simultaneously. Registering at gamstop.co.uk takes a few minutes and takes effect within 24 hours. It is free to use. Once registered, you cannot reverse the exclusion before the chosen period expires.

Support organisations

Several organisations in Great Britain offer free, confidential support to people affected by gambling harm, including family members and friends of those with a gambling problem.

• GamCare – operates the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133, open 24/7, with online chat support and a peer discussion forum
• Gamblers Anonymous – runs peer support groups across the UK based on a 12-step programme; meeting details and an online option are listed on the website
• GamAnon – supports the partners, family members, and friends of people with gambling problems
• Gambling Therapy – an international service offered in multiple languages, with online support groups and one-to-one chat

These organisations provide a range of confidential and accessible support options, from 24/7 helplines to peer-led meetings and online chat services. If gambling is starting to feel difficult to control, reaching out early can make a significant difference, and all of the listed services are free to use and open to anyone who needs help.

Blocking software

For those who want to restrict access to gambling websites across all devices, Gamban is a software tool that blocks gambling sites and apps at the device level. It covers over 40,000 gambling-related domains and cannot be easily circumvented. A subscription costs a small annual fee and covers multiple devices. Details are at gamban.com. Alternatively, most broadband providers in the UK offer parental control filters that can be configured to block gambling content at the network level, at no additional cost.

This site’s position

This site is intended for adults aged 18 and over and should not be used by anyone under this age. We do not target young people or present gambling as consequence-free or glamorous. All listed operators must hold a valid UKGC licence and follow social responsibility rules, including age verification, affordability checks, and monitoring for signs of gambling harm. Operators that fail to meet these standards may be removed from our listings, and concerns about any operator can be reported via the contact form at the bottom of the page.