Gambling should be entertainment, not a way to make money. If it stops being fun, stop.
Stay in control
- Set a budget and a time limit before you play.
- Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
- Never chase losses.
- Don't gamble when upset, stressed or under the influence.
- Take regular breaks.
Warning signs
- Spending more than you planned, or borrowing to gamble.
- Hiding gambling from friends or family.
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling.
- Gambling to escape problems.
Tools on Stake
Stake offers responsible gambling tools in account settings, including deposit/loss limits, cool-off periods and self-exclusion. Set limits before you start.
Get free, confidential help
- BeGambleAware
- Gamblers Anonymous
- GamCare
- Gambling Therapy (international, multilingual)
You can also block gambling sites on your devices with tools like Gamban.