Responsible Gambling (18+)

Bookiescout.com writes about gambling, but we do not operate any casino. This page is about keeping gambling something you control - not something that controls you.

Signs of Problem Gambling

  • Spending more time or money than you planned.
  • Chasing losses.
  • Gambling to escape stress, or hiding it from people close to you.
  • Borrowing money to gamble.

Tools to Stay in Control

  • Deposit and loss limits, set through most operators' account settings.
  • Time-outs (short breaks) and self-exclusion (longer breaks), offered by most licensed operators.
  • Reality checks - reminders of how long you have been playing.

Where to Get Help

  • BeGambleAware - begambleaware.org
  • GamCare - gamcare.org.uk
  • National Council on Problem Gambling - ncpgambling.org

Common questions

Can I self-exclude from a casino I read about here?

Yes - self-exclusion is a feature of the casino itself, not of this site. Contact the operator directly, or use a national self-exclusion scheme where one is available.

Does reading this site mean I have to gamble?

No. We publish reviews and guides for people who choose to gamble; nothing here is an invitation or requirement to do so.