Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Betting and casino games should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. They are not a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favor of the house, and you should only ever gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Never gamble to chase losses or as a way to make money.
Age Verification
In Great Britain, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. It is your responsibility to comply with all local laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.
If you are under 18, please do not use any betting or casino services. If you have concerns about a young person's gambling, contact the support organizations listed below.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following behaviors in yourself, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Spending more money or time gambling than you intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding or lying about your gambling activities
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to cut down or stop gambling
- Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling
- Unable to control or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to feel the same level of excitement
If you recognize any of these signs, seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Protections
Most reputable gambling operators offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of money you can lose during a specific period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders during your gaming session about how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Session Limits: Set time limits for how long you can play in one session
- Self-Exclusion: Take a break from gambling by temporarily or permanently closing your account(s)
- Account Pause: Temporarily suspend your account for a cooling-off period
Use these tools proactively. Most operators make these features easily accessible in account settings.
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, confidential help and support are available:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: Free, confidential support and advice for problem gamblers and their families. www.gamcare.org.uk | Helpline: 0808 8020 133
- GamStop: The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for Great Britain. Register to be excluded from all online gambling operators in the UK. www.gamstop.co.uk
- Gamblers Anonymous: Free support groups across the UK for those affected by problem gambling. www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
International Support
- Australia: Gambling Help Online — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling — www.ncpgambling.org | National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Telefonberatung: 0800 1 37 27 00
If You Need Help
There is no shame in asking for help. Problem gambling is a recognized condition, and support is available 24/7.
If you feel your gambling is out of control, or if someone you care about is struggling, please reach out to one of the support organizations above. They offer:
- Free, confidential advice and counseling
- Support for family members and loved ones
- Professional treatment referrals
- Self-exclusion programs
Take control today. Help is just a phone call or click away.
DSF Fly Fishing (dsflyfishing.co.uk) is committed to promoting responsible gambling. The information provided on this page is for educational purposes. If you choose to gamble, do so responsibly and within your means.