What responsible gambling means
Responsible gambling is about keeping betting fun and affordable. It means only wagering money you can comfortably lose, deciding in advance how much time and money you want to spend, and never chasing losses or betting to solve financial problems.
Warning signs to watch for
Gambling may be becoming a problem if you recognise any of the following:
- Spending more money or time than you intended, or than you can afford.
- Betting to recover previous losses (“chasing”).
- Borrowing money, or neglecting work, study or relationships to gamble.
- Feeling anxious, irritable or secretive about your betting.
Simple ways to stay in control
- Set a budget and a time limit before you start — and stick to them.
- Use operator tools such as deposit limits, reality checks and time-outs.
- Never bet under the influence of alcohol or when upset.
- Take regular breaks, and consider self-exclusion if you need a firm stop.
Where to get help
If gambling stops being fun, free and confidential support is available. Visit our Help Center or contact an independent service such as BeGambleAware or GamCare. You can also explore safer betting tools that help you manage how you play.