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I want to help myself

There are lots of realistic strategies and tools available to help you manage your own gambling without needing to ask for support. They might be enough to keep your gambling under control and put a safety net in place.

I want to help myself

There are lots of realistic strategies and tools available to help you manage your own gambling without needing to ask for support. They might be enough to keep your gambling under control and put a safety net in place.

Use the protection tools in your betting apps

Stay in control of your online gambling and don’t lose more than you can afford by using the protection tools available on all licenced betting apps.

Get a grip on your finances

Look your finances in the eye: set limits with gambling services, talk to a financial counsellor, explore options with your bank.

Take a break and ban yourself

A good way to take control is to block, ban or bar yourself (also called self-exclusion) from places where you know gambling is an issue for you.

Be gamble aware and gamble more safely

Find out how to be more gamble aware and build safeguards into your gambling with these tried-and-true tips.

Use apps to manage your gambling

You can get support when and where you need it using our apps. Whether it's curbing urges, or setting goals to reduce or stop your gambling, there's an option for you.

Adjust your online settings

If gambling websites and advertising are popping up when you’re online, you can control your settings in the browser, social media and websites you use.

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