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Safer Gambling Guide
We at BetUKGuide.com want everyone who uses this site to enjoy their gambling. Safer Gambling is for everyone and using these tools will help to ensure that your gambling remains a harmless leisure activity.
Deposit Limits – From October 2025 everyone in the UK must set up a limit before they make their first deposit. Many operators already offer this feature so why not use it now? You can set limits for varying timescales: daily, weekly or monthly.
Cool-Off Periods– This tool gives you a chance to step away from gambling entirely. You can choose to take a break from one day to 30 days or six weeks in some cases. Once the cool-off period ends you'll be able to resume access to your betting accounts.
Profit & Loss – How much have you won or lost over a selected period of time? This helps you understand how much you are spending on your gambling entertainment.
Reality Check– Gambling doesn't just mean spending money, it also means spending time. Reality Check tools give you a nudge when you've been playing for a set amount of time, say 20 minutes or a couple of hours. You'll then be prompted to log out, review your activity or continue playing.
We Care About Your Safer Gambling Experience
Do you feel that your gambling is impacting you or your family's well-being? Are you betting more than you can afford to lose, chasing losses or prioritising gambling over other hobbies and interests?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, perhaps you should reach out for a chat.
National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133.
This helpline provides free, confidential advice 24 hours a day for anyone affected by gambling.
Responsible Gambling Tools
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Deposit Limits
Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on how much you can deposit.
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Loss Limits
Cap how much you can lose in a given period, preventing chasing losses.
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Session Limits
Limit how long each betting session can last.
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Reality Checks
Periodic on-screen notifications reminding you how long you have been logged in.
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Cool-Off Periods
Take a short break (24 hours to 6 weeks) from your account.
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Self-Exclusion
Permanently or temporarily exclude yourself from all UK betting sites via GAMSTOP.
Where to Get Help
A leading charity providing information and support for people affected by gambling harms. Free, confidential support available 24/7.
Visit GambleAware →The national self-exclusion scheme. Register once to be excluded from all UKGC-licensed UK betting sites simultaneously.
Visit GAMSTOP →Free information, support, and counselling for problem gamblers and their families. Live chat available on their website.
Visit GamCare →A free, international service offering online support to people affected by problem gambling. Available globally.
Visit Gambling Therapy →