Responsible gambling

Keep it fun. Get help if it isn’t.

Gambling is only legal for adults — 18+ in most countries and 21+ in many US states. Our calculators show that the odds always include a margin for the bookmaker: over time, most people lose money betting.

Simple rules

• Set a budget and a time limit before you start.
• Never chase losses or borrow to bet.
• Don’t bet when upset, stressed or drinking.
• Use deposit limits and self-exclusion tools offered by licensed operators.

Free, confidential help

• United States: National Problem Gambling Helpline — call or text 1-800-GAMBLER · ncpgambling.org
• United Kingdom: National Gambling Helpline 0808 8020 133 · BeGambleAware.org · self-exclusion: GAMSTOP
• Canada: ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600
• Australia: Gambling Help Online 1800 858 858 · gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Ireland: GambleCare 1800 753 753
• Anywhere: Gamblers Anonymous

Phone numbers checked on publication; please verify with the organisation’s website.