UK guide · Last updated 22 October 2026

Safer gambling: tools and free UK support

Answer first: if gambling stops being fun, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7), and use the limit and exclusion tools every UK-licensed operator must provide.

Limit types you can set

• Gross deposit limits: a cap on the total you deposit over a fixed period of 24 hours, 7 days or 1 month.
• Net deposit limits: deposits minus withdrawals over a period.
• Loss limits: a cap on how much you can lose.
• Stake limits: a cap on the size of individual bets.

Taking a break

Time-outs pause an account for a short spell. GAMSTOP blocks you from every UK-licensed gambling site for the period you choose.

Free, confidential support

GamCare runs the National Gambling Helpline, 0808 8020 133. BeGambleAware has self-assessment tools and treatment options.