Gambling should be fun. Learn how to stay in control and get help if you need it.
At Verse Gamer, we believe gambling should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a way to make money or escape problems. The vast majority of people who gamble do so responsibly and within their means. However, for some, gambling can become problematic.
We are committed to promoting responsible gambling and providing resources to help those who may be struggling.
Only gamble with money you can afford to lose. Set a budget before you start and stick to it.
Decide how long you'll play before you start. Take regular breaks and don't let gambling dominate your time.
If you're losing, don't try to win it back. This often leads to bigger losses. Accept losses as the cost of entertainment.
Alcohol and drugs impair judgement. Never gamble when you're not thinking clearly.
Be honest with yourself. If you recognise any of these signs, it may be time to seek help:
All UK-licensed casinos are required to offer responsible gambling tools:
Set daily, weekly or monthly limits on how much you can deposit. These help you stick to your budget.
Cap your losses over a set period. Once reached, you cannot continue playing.
Set reminders or automatic logouts after a certain period of play.
Receive pop-up notifications showing how long you've been playing and your wins/losses.
Take a short break from gambling (24 hours to 6 weeks) while you reassess.
Completely block yourself from gambling for an extended period. In the UK, you can use GAMSTOP to self-exclude from all UK-licensed gambling sites at once.
GAMSTOP is a free service that allows you to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling sites in one simple registration. You can choose to exclude yourself for 6 months, 1 year or 5 years.
Visit www.gamstop.co.uk to register.
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, these organisations provide free, confidential support:
Verse Gamer is committed to promoting responsible gambling. We:
