Responsible Gambling
We cover online casinos outside the Gamcare network because players use them. But we take responsible gambling seriously. This page brings together every support resource available to UK players — free, confidential, and available right now.
Need to talk to someone right now?
0808 8020 133National Gambling Helpline (Gamcare) — free, 24/7, won't appear on your phone bill
Signs You May Need Help
Problem gambling can develop gradually. These warning signs are worth taking seriously:
Support Resources
All of the following are free or low-cost and available to UK residents.
The UK's leading gambling support charity. Runs the National Gambling Helpline (0808 8020 133), free counselling and the GamStop self-exclusion scheme.
Register once to block yourself from all UKGC-licensed gambling sites. Exclusions last 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years with no early cancellation.
Free, confidential information and support. Includes a self-assessment tool and live chat available 24/7.
Device-level software that blocks access to all gambling sites including offshore casinos outside the Gamcare network. Around £24.99/year.
Peer-support meetings across the UK for people with gambling problems. Free to attend, no registration required.
0808 8020 133 — free, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Run by Gamcare. Calls won't appear on your phone bill.
A Word on Gamcare Self-Exclusion
Gamcare's GamStop scheme is one of the most effective self-exclusion tools available. If you've registered, your exclusion applies to every UKGC-licensed operator — but not to offshore casinos outside the network.
If you're in active self-exclusion, we strongly urge you to respect that commitment. The exclusion exists because you asked for it. Adding GAMBAN to your devices closes the offshore gap entirely.