Responsible Gambling
Betting should be entertainment you can afford to lose. If it has become anything else, help is free and confidential. In the US, call 1-800-GAMBLER.
Helplines & support services
| Region | Organisation | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| United States | National Problem Gambling Helpline24/7, confidential, all 50 states. Text or chat also available. | 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) |
| United States | Gamblers AnonymousPeer support fellowship with in-person and virtual meetings. | Local meetings & online groups |
| Canada | ConnexOntarioFree, 24/7 support and treatment referrals in Ontario. | 1-866-531-2600 |
| United Kingdom | GamCare / National Gambling Helpline24/7 helpline, live chat and free treatment across Great Britain. | 0808 8020 133 |
| United Kingdom | GAMSTOPOne request blocks you from all GB-licensed gambling sites for 6 months to 5 years. | Online self-exclusion register |
| Australia | Gambling Help Online24/7 counselling by phone and chat, plus BetStop self-exclusion. | 1800 858 858 |
| International | Gambling TherapyMultilingual support for players outside the regions listed above. | Online groups & forums |
Tools to keep betting in check
- Deposit limits. Set a daily, weekly or monthly cap in your account settings before you fund an account.
- Loss and wager limits. Cap what you can stake in a period rather than only what you can deposit.
- Time-outs / cool-offs. Short lockouts (24 hours to 6 weeks) that cannot be reversed early.
- Self-exclusion registers. GAMSTOP (GB), BetStop (AU), and state-run voluntary exclusion programmes in the US.
- Device blocking. Gamban and BetBlocker block gambling sites and apps across your own devices, including offshore books.
- Reality checks. In-session reminders that show elapsed time and net position.
Our stance
We do not publish content aimed at anyone under the legal betting age, we do not frame betting as income, and we do not promote loss-chasing tactics. We flag operators whose limit tools are missing or hard to find in our editorial policy and methodology. Read our affiliate disclosure for how we make money.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1-800-GAMBLER?
1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) is the US National Problem Gambling Helpline. It is free, confidential and staffed 24/7, and it routes you to local treatment and support resources.
What are the warning signs of problem gambling?
Betting more than you planned, chasing losses, borrowing money to bet, hiding betting from family, betting to escape stress, and feeling unable to stop after a set limit are all recognised warning signs.
How do deposit limits work?
Most sportsbooks let you set a daily, weekly or monthly deposit cap in account settings. Once the cap is hit, further deposits are declined until the period resets — and reductions usually apply immediately while increases have a cooling-off delay.
What is self-exclusion?
Self-exclusion is a binding request that blocks your access to an operator, or to every licensed operator in a jurisdiction, for a fixed period. GAMSTOP covers Great Britain, BetStop covers Australia, and most US states run their own voluntary exclusion lists.
Can I self-exclude from an offshore sportsbook?
Many offshore operators offer account closure or self-imposed limits on request, but they are not part of national registers like GAMSTOP. Blocking software such as Gamban or BetBlocker on your own devices is the more reliable safeguard.
Is there a minimum legal betting age?
Yes. It is 18 or 21 depending on your jurisdiction and the operator's licence. Betting under the applicable minimum age is illegal and any winnings can be voided.
Does Reviewing Sportsbooks offer counselling?
No. We are a review site, not a treatment provider. If gambling has stopped being entertainment, contact one of the helplines above — they are free and confidential.
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. 18+ / 21+ where applicable.