Responsible Gambling

Your practical responsible gambling guide: U.S. and international helplines, self-exclusion (state & national), deposit limits, time-outs, withdrawal locks, blocking software, and ad-controls. Spot warning signs, protect your account, and get confidential help fast. We link only to official resources and licensed tools.

 

Need urgent help?

If you feel at risk or in immediate danger, contact local emergency services. You can also reach a gambling support line below.

Responsible Gambling

Your practical responsible gambling guide: U.S. and international helplines, self-exclusion (state & national), deposit limits, time-outs, withdrawal locks, blocking software, and ad-controls. Spot warning signs, protect your account, and get confidential help fast. We link only to official resources and licensed tools.

If you’re in immediate danger or thinking about self-harm: call your local emergency number. U.S.: dial 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). UK/IE: call 116 123 (Samaritans).

Get help now (helplines & live chat)

United States

National Problem Gambling Helpline (24/7): Call 1-800-522-4700 · Text 800GAM · Chat online. You’ll be routed to resources in your state.

Other countries

Know the warning signs

Quick self-assessment
  • Have you found yourself chasing your losses?
  • Have you hidden the amount of time or money you spend gambling from others?
  • Have you felt stressed, anxious, or guilty about your gambling?

If you answered “Yes” to one or more of these, we strongly encourage you to speak with a professional using the free, confidential helplines above.

Common red flags

  • Spending more time or money than planned; chasing losses
  • Borrowing, hiding statements, or financial stress tied to gambling
  • Neglecting work, studies, or relationships
  • Mood swings, sleep issues, secrecy around gambling

If two or more fit, take action below today- small steps help.

Account tools that help

Deposit / spend / loss limits

  • Lowering a limit usually applies immediately.
  • Raising a limit often requires a cooling-off period and an extra confirmation (jurisdiction & operator rules vary).

Time-outs & cool-off periods

Short breaks (e.g., 24 hours–several weeks) that lock access to your account. Use these at the first sign of loss-chasing.

Self-exclusion

Blocks your access for a fixed time. Use your state or national register where available; also set operator-level blocks.

Local differences (examples)

  • Great Britain: Autoplay on online slots is banned; reversing withdrawals is banned. Deposit-limit terminology harmonized.
  • Germany: Central OASIS register; design/tempo rules for slots; cross-operator monthly deposit limits apply.

U.S. notes

  • No single nationwide self-exclusion; programs are state-run.
  • Cooling-off timings and tools can differ by state and operator: check the Responsible Gaming section in each app/site.

Self-exclusion (quick links)

United States (iGaming states)

National registers (examples)

  • Great Britain: GAMSTOP (6 months, 1 year, 5 years)
  • Germany: OASIS (regulated channels; min. 3 months)
  • Netherlands: CRUKS - EN forms: Register / Amend
  • Sweden: Spelpaus (1, 3, 6 months or until further notice)
  • If your country doesn’t have a national scheme, request operator-level exclusions and combine with a device blocker.

Blocking software (extra protection)

Bank & device tips

  • Look for gambling merchant-category blocks or card controls in your banking app (e.g., Monzo, Starling, Lloyds, or the UKGC overview here).
  • Use phone/OS parental controls to restrict app installs and purchases.
  • Ask a trusted person to hold app-store passwords if needed.

Protecting minors

Preventing underage access to gambling is critical. If you share a computer with minors, consider filtering software to block gambling websites (e.g., NetNanny).

Reduce gambling ads

  • Google / YouTube: use My Ad Center → Sensitive and set Gambling to “See fewer.”
  • Facebook: Settings → Ad Preferences → Ad topics → choose to see fewer Gambling ads.

These tools limit (not eliminate) ads. Keep hiding/reporting anything that slips through.

FAQs

Is there one program that blocks me everywhere?

Not worldwide. Use your country’s national register where it exists (GAMSTOP, OASIS, CRUKS, Spelpaus). In the U.S., use your state program plus operator-level tools.

How long do self-exclusions last?

Durations vary. Common options are 6 months, 1 year, 5 years, or until further notice (country/state dependent). Read the form carefully before enrolling.

Can I reverse a withdrawal?

Some jurisdictions ban reversal (e.g., GB online). Where allowed, request a withdrawal lock and avoid reversal.

Official resources

Our commitment

CasinosClub promotes legal, regulated gambling only. We never link to unlicensed operators. Where we include affiliate links to licensed products, that will never affect our guidance on safer play. If you’re at risk, please use the tools above and seek professional help. This page is informational and not a substitute for professional financial, legal, or medical advice. Policies vary by jurisdiction - always check your local regulator and the operator’s responsible gambling page.