Safer punting
Betting should cost you what a night out costs, and never more. Here is how to keep it there.
Before you bet
- Set a monthly amount you can lose and stop when it is gone.
- Decide on a time limit before the first kick-off.
- Never bet with money meant for rent, school fees or family.
- Never borrow to bet or to chase a loss.
- Keep betting away from drinking.
Signs it is slipping
- You chase losses with a bigger stake.
- You hide bets from family.
- You need bigger bets to feel the same buzz.
- A week without a bet leaves you restless.
- You borrow or sell things to fund an account.
Tools at the betting site
Licensed betting sites usually offer deposit limits, time-outs and self-exclusion in the account settings. Use them before you need them.
Talk to someone
- Gambling Therapy
Multilingual help online, free of charge.
- GamCare
A free helpline with live chat.
- Gamblers Anonymous
Peer meetings, in person and online.
Under 18?
This site is not for you. Betting is for adults only.
