Responsible Gambling
At Hopcott, we believe that gambling should always be a form of entertainment — never a solution to financial problems or a way to chase losses. The vast majority of players enjoy online casinos and sportsbooks responsibly, but for some people gambling can become harmful. This page provides information on how to keep gambling safe and where to find help if you need it.
Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone, regardless of age, background, or income. Warning signs include gambling with money you cannot afford to lose, borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling, lying to friends or family about how much you gamble, feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when you are not gambling, and continuing to gamble despite wanting to stop. If any of these signs apply to you or someone you know, it is important to seek help as soon as possible.
Tools to Stay in Control
Responsible online casinos offer a range of tools to help you maintain control of your gambling. These include deposit limits (daily, weekly, or monthly), session time limits, reality checks (pop-up reminders of how long you have been playing), self-exclusion programs that temporarily or permanently lock your account, and cooling-off periods. We strongly recommend using these tools proactively, before gambling becomes a problem rather than after.
Where to Get Help
If you feel that gambling is negatively affecting your life, please reach out to one of the following organisations for free, confidential support:
- GamCare — www.gamcare.org.uk | National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (UK, free, 24/7)
- Gamblers Anonymous — www.gamblersanonymous.org | International support groups for people with gambling problems
- BeGambleAware — www.begambleaware.org | Free treatment, support, and information for anyone affected by gambling
- Gordon Moody — www.gordonmoody.org.uk | Residential treatment programmes for severe gambling addiction
Hopcott only promotes licensed gambling operators. All content on this site is intended for adults aged 18 and over. If you are under 18, please do not use gambling services.