Responsible gambling

Taking care of yourself is essential when playing online games or participating in sports betting.

• Warning Signs: Am I spending more time thinking about gaming than engaging with friends and family?
  • Have I tried to cut down on my gaming habits but find it challenging to resist the temptation?
  • Do I often gamble with money I can't afford to lose, even when things don't go as planned?

If you answer yes to these questions, it may be helpful to take a closer look at your relationship with gaming and betting.

Deposit Limits: A Helpful Tool

Deposit limits are a feature that allows you to control the amount of money deposited into your account over a specific period of time (e.g., daily or weekly).

• How it Works: You set a deposit limit, which will prevent you from exceeding this amount even if you forget.
  • If you've set a £500 limit and reach it, you won't be able to make any additional deposits until the next day when your new allowance is applied.

Setting a deposit limit can help manage your spending habits and prevent making impulsive decisions during moments of high excitement or low mood. This tool might also come in handy if someone else helps with managing funds.

Time-Outs: A Break from Gaming

A time-out gives you an opportunity to step back, recharge, and refocus on your well-being while taking a break from gaming activities.

• How it Works: You'll choose the length of your time-out (e.g., 24 hours, one week or more).
  • For as long as set, you won't have access to online services during this period.

This feature can be particularly useful in situations where:

• It's been a while since your last win• Your betting activities are becoming increasingly stressful or impacting other parts of life

Time-outs allow players to regroup and plan for more balanced engagement with games once the break has passed.