Safer Gambling

What are the signs I should watch for?

Problem gambling can develop gradually, and recognizing the early warning signs helps you take action before it becomes serious. Be aware if you are thinking about gambling more often, spending more time or money than planned, chasing losses, or using gambling to escape stress and negative emotions. If friends or family express concern about your gambling habits, or if you feel anxious, irritable, or defensive when you try to cut back, these are important signals to pause and seek support.

What control options are available?

Most online platforms offer tools to help you manage your gaming responsibly. Common self-limiting features include deposit limits, session time limits, and loss limits—all designed to put concrete boundaries on your activity. Many platforms also provide self-exclusion options, which temporarily or permanently block your account access. You can set these restrictions through your account settings or request them by contacting customer support. Using these tools proactively, before pressure builds, is one of the most effective ways to keep your gaming within healthy limits.

Where can I find support if I need it?

The National Problem Gambling Helpline serves anyone struggling with gambling concerns. Call or text 1-800-MY-RESET anytime—the service runs 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Counselors provide confidential support, education, and referrals to local therapists, support groups, and treatment programs. For broader mental health and substance abuse support, the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP also assists with gambling-related issues and connects you with treatment resources in your area.

What should I know about the operator’s licensing?

Information about the operator’s licensing, regulatory status, and compliance with gaming regulations is published on the operator’s own website. You can verify licensing details directly in the regulator’s public database if you wish to do your own research. We recommend reviewing this information as part of making an informed decision about any online gaming platform.

Getting in touch with us

If you have questions about this information or feedback on responsible gambling resources, you can reach our editorial team through the contact form on this website. We do not provide customer support for account issues—for those matters, please contact the operator’s support team directly.