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Need help right now?

The National Gambling Helpline is free, confidential, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: 0808 8020 133. You can also visit begambleaware.org for immediate online support.

Responsible Gambling

Gambling Should Be Enjoyable. Here's How to Keep It That Way.

BetMatch is a tool for finding the right operator — not a tool for encouraging more gambling. This page exists because we think responsible gambling information belongs on every site in this space, not just on the operators themselves.

BetMatch is for entertainment purposes only. We are not a licensed gambling operator and we do not facilitate gambling of any kind. If you are experiencing problems with gambling, please use the resources below.

Warning Signs to Watch For

Problem gambling can develop gradually. These are some signs that gambling may be becoming a concern:

Spending more time or money gambling than you planned or can afford

Chasing losses — continuing to bet to try to win back money you've lost

Gambling interfering with work, relationships, or daily responsibilities

Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling

Feeling restless, irritable, or anxious when you try to stop

Hiding the extent of your gambling from friends or family

UK Support Organisations

All of the following services are free and confidential. No referral is needed.

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BeGambleAware

begambleaware.org

The UK's leading charity for gambling harm prevention. Online chat, self-assessment tools, and treatment referrals.

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GamCare

gamcare.org.uk · 0808 8020 133

Runs the National Gambling Helpline. Free counselling, live chat support, and a peer forum.

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GamStop

gamstop.co.uk

The UK's national self-exclusion scheme. Register once to block yourself from all UK-licensed gambling sites and apps.

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Gambling Therapy

gamblingtherapy.org

Free online support available worldwide. Offers live chat, a forum, and self-help tools in multiple languages.

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NHS

nhs.uk

Information on gambling disorder and NHS treatment options, including referral to specialist services via your GP.

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Gordon Moody

gordonmoody.org.uk

Residential treatment and therapy for people seriously affected by gambling addiction.

Tips for Safer Play

Self-Exclusion

If you want to stop gambling, GamStop is the fastest and most effective tool available. Registering at gamstop.co.uk will block you from all UK-licensed gambling websites and apps for a minimum of six months, up to five years. It's free and takes minutes to set up.

Individual operators also offer self-exclusion tools directly in their accounts section. These apply only to that specific operator, which is why GamStop (which covers all licensed operators at once) is generally the more effective option.