Responsible Gaming
1. Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At absoluteelectronicalltd.co.uk, we believe that gambling should always be treated as a form of entertainment — never as a way to earn money, pay off debts, or solve financial problems. The house always has an edge, and over time, gambling will cost you money. Please only gamble with funds you can comfortably afford to lose, and never borrow money to gamble.
If gambling stops being fun, it's time to stop. This page provides the tools, warning signs, and support resources to help you stay in control.
2. Age Verification (18+)
Gambling is strictly for adults only. In Great Britain, you must be 18 years or older to gamble legally. Underage gambling is a criminal offence under the Gambling Act 2005.
- All legitimate casino operators are required to verify your age and identity before allowing you to play.
- Never share your account or payment details with anyone under 18.
- If you share a device with minors, use parental control software such as Net Nanny or GamBlock, and always log out of gambling accounts after use.
3. Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. Ask yourself honestly whether any of the following apply to you:
- Chasing losses — gambling more to try to win back money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling from family or friends, or lying about how much you spend
- Spending more time or money on gambling than you intended
- Borrowing money, selling possessions, or using credit to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, studies, relationships, or responsibilities because of gambling
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, depression, or boredom
- Feeling restless, irritable, or anxious when trying to cut down or stop
- Repeated unsuccessful attempts to reduce or quit gambling
- Thinking about gambling constantly or planning your next session
If you recognise one or more of these signs in yourself or someone you care about, we strongly encourage you to seek help using the resources listed below.
4. Self-Help Tools
Most reputable casino operators offer responsible gambling tools. We recommend using them proactively, before gambling becomes a problem:
- Deposit limits – set a maximum amount you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly.
- Loss limits – cap the amount you can lose within a set period.
- Wagering limits – restrict the total amount you can bet.
- Session/time limits – limit how long you can play in one session.
- Reality checks – on-screen reminders showing how long you've been playing and how much you've spent.
- Cooling-off periods / time-outs – take a short break from gambling (24 hours to several weeks).
- Self-exclusion – block yourself from a casino for a longer period (6 months or more). In Great Britain, you can also register with GamStop to exclude yourself from all UK-licensed gambling sites at once. Please note that Curacao-licensed casinos listed on this site are not part of GamStop, so you must use each operator's own self-exclusion tools.
5. Support Organizations
Free, confidential help is available 24/7. You are not alone.
United Kingdom (Primary Resources)
- GamCare – Free support, advice, and counselling, including the National Gambling Helpline (0808 8020 133, 24/7). www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop – Free national self-exclusion scheme for all UK-licensed online gambling sites. www.gamstop.co.uk
- Gamblers Anonymous UK – Peer support groups and meetings. www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
- Gambling Therapy – Global online support and live counselling for problem gamblers. www.gamblingtherapy.org
- BeGambleAware – Information, advice, and help finding treatment. www.begambleaware.org
International Resources
- Australia: Gambling Help Online – 24/7 free counselling and support. www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council – education, prevention, and support resources. www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling – call or text the national helpline 1-800-GAMBLER. www.ncpgambling.org
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – helpline "Glücksspielsucht" 0800 1 37 27 00. www.check-dein-spiel.de
6. If Gambling Is a Problem — Get Help Today
If you feel that gambling is no longer in your control, please act now:
- Call the GamCare National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 — it's free, confidential, and open 24 hours a day.
- Register with GamStop and use the self-exclusion tools offered by every casino you play at.
- Talk to someone you trust — a friend, family member, or your GP.
- Consider blocking software such as GamBlock or BetBlocker to restrict access to gambling sites.
Remember: asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Gambling should be fun — when the fun stops, stop.
Last updated: 2026 · absoluteelectronicalltd.co.uk