Responsible Gambling

Gambling involves risk and should never be viewed as a way to make money or solve financial problems. At GBTrustedSit, we promote responsible gambling as the foundation of safe gaming. Remember:

• The house always has an edge - casinos are businesses designed to make profit
• Gambling should be treated as paid entertainment, like going to the cinema
• Never gamble more than you can afford to lose
• Set strict limits for both time and money before you start
• Take regular breaks from gambling activities

You must be 18 years or older to access gambling services in the UK. This age restriction exists because gambling requires mature decision-making and financial responsibility. Underage gambling is illegal and can lead to serious consequences.

All UK-licensed casinos are required to verify your age and identity before allowing you to gamble. This protects minors and helps prevent fraud.

Follow these guidelines to maintain control over your gambling:

• Set a budget: Decide how much you can afford to lose before you start
• Set time limits: Decide how long you'll play and stick to it
• Never chase losses: Don't try to win back money you've lost
• Don't gamble when upset: Avoid gambling when stressed, depressed, or under the influence
• Keep it balanced: Maintain other hobbies and social activities
• Use casino tools: Set deposit limits, loss limits, and session timers
• Take breaks: Regular breaks help maintain perspective

Be aware of these warning signs that gambling may be becoming a problem:

• Spending more money or time gambling than intended
• Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
• Lying to family or friends about gambling activities
• Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
• Neglecting work, family, or social responsibilities
• Chasing losses with bigger bets
• Thinking about gambling constantly
• Using gambling to escape problems or negative feelings

If you recognise any of these signs, please seek help immediately.

If you're concerned about your gambling or need support, these UK organisations provide free, confidential help:

If you need to restrict your gambling, these tools can help:

• GAMSTOP: Free service that blocks access to UK gambling sites for 6 months to 5 years
• Deposit limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly spending limits on casino accounts
• Loss limits: Set maximum amounts you can lose in a given period
• Session time limits: Automatically log you out after a set time
• Reality checks: Regular pop-up reminders about time spent gambling
• Cool-off periods: Temporary breaks from gambling (24 hours to 6 weeks)
• Self-exclusion: Permanently close your account with a casino

Most UK-licensed casinos offer these tools in your account settings. Use them proactively to maintain control.

GBTrustedSit is committed to promoting responsible gambling. We:

• Only feature UK Gambling Commission licensed operators
• Provide comprehensive information about responsible gambling
• Include links to support organisations on every page
• Never promote gambling as a way to make money
• Maintain strict age verification requirements
• Regularly update our responsible gambling resources
• Support industry initiatives for safer gambling

All casinos featured on GBTrustedSit are licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission. This ensures they meet strict standards for:

• Player protection and responsible gambling measures
• Fair gaming and random number generation
• Secure handling of customer funds
• Anti-money laundering procedures
• Complaint handling and dispute resolution