Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Britsino, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Like any other entertainment activity, you should only spend money you can afford to lose. If you find yourself gambling to make money or recover losses, it's time to seek help.
Age Verification
We are committed to protecting minors. In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to gamble legally. All users must verify their age during registration. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to access gambling services. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use parental controls to prevent underage access.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do any of the following apply to you? If so, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses: Trying to recover money lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling secret from family or friends
- Loss of control: Gambling for longer or with more money than intended
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments
- Borrowing to gamble: Using loans, credit cards, or borrowed money to fund gambling
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
- Escalating stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts for the same excitement
- Failed attempts to cut back: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce gambling
- Gambling to escape: Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression
- Relationship conflict: Gambling causing arguments with loved ones
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools Available to You
Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control over your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of money you can lose within a set timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders during your gaming session about how long and how much you've been gambling
- Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to prevent extended gambling sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gambling services
- Account Closure: Close your account if you need a complete break from gambling
We encourage you to use these tools proactively, even if you don't currently feel you have a problem. They're designed to support healthy gambling habits.
Get Help: Support Organizations
If you're struggling with gambling, professional support is available and completely confidential. Here are the key organizations we recommend:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling
www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (24/7, free) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Excludes you from all UK-regulated gambling websites - Gamblers Anonymous – Support groups across the UK
Free peer support meetings available nationwide - National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist treatment
Available through referral
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
Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Provides information and counselling on problem gambling
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please reach out for help. There is no shame in seeking support.
Contact one of the organizations listed above immediately. They are staffed by trained professionals who understand problem gambling and can provide confidential assistance tailored to your situation.
Remember: Help is available, recovery is possible, and you don't have to face this alone.