We Promote Responsible Gambling
Gambling should be treated as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems.
Our reviews are intended to help 18+ players understand how gambling operators work, compare their conditions and identify potential risks. We do not guarantee winnings, promote unrealistic expectations or suggest that gambling can provide a reliable source of income.
How to Stay in Control
Responsible gambling means making informed decisions and recognising when it is time to stop.
We encourage players to follow these basic principles:
- Set a clear gambling budget before you start.
- Only use money you can afford to lose.
- Never borrow money to gamble.
- Set time limits and take regular breaks.
- Do not chase losses by increasing your stakes.
- Do not gamble when stressed, upset or under the influence of alcohol or other substances.
- Keep track of your deposits, bets, wins and losses.
- Do not treat bonuses or free bets as guaranteed value.
- Read all promotional terms before accepting an offer.
- Use deposit limits, loss limits, time-outs and self-exclusion tools when necessary.
No betting strategy, tipster, prediction service or betting system can guarantee a profit. Every form of gambling involves the risk of losing money.
Signs That Gambling May Be Becoming a Problem
You should consider taking a break or seeking support if you:
- Spend more money or time gambling than you originally planned.
- Try to recover previous losses by placing additional bets.
- Borrow money, sell possessions or delay essential payments to gamble.
- Hide your gambling activity from friends or family.
- Feel anxious, angry or distressed after gambling.
- Find it difficult to stop even when you want to.
- Neglect work, education, relationships or personal responsibilities.
- View gambling as a solution to debt or financial pressure.
Experiencing one or more of these signs does not mean that you have failed. It means that taking action early may help prevent further harm.
Responsible Gambling Tools
When reviewing an operator, we check whether players can access appropriate account-control tools, including:
- Deposit limits
- Betting and loss limits
- Session reminders
- Cooling-off periods
- Temporary account suspension
- Permanent self-exclusion
- Promotional communication controls
- Links to independent support organisations
These tools should be clearly visible, easy to activate and available without unnecessary pressure from the operator.
Players should be able to request self-exclusion without being encouraged to reverse their decision.
Independent Gambling Support Resources
Help is available for people concerned about their own gambling and for friends or family members affected by someone else’s gambling.
The availability of dedicated gambling-support services differs between countries. Some markets have national helplines, while others currently rely on general mental-health services, addiction-treatment providers or international online support.
International Support
Gambling Therapy is a global service offering free practical advice and emotional support to anyone affected by problem gambling. Its online support is available internationally and can be used by players in countries without a dedicated national gambling helpline.
Email: help@gordonmoody.org.uk
Gamblers Anonymous International
Gamblers Anonymous provides peer-support meetings for people who want to stop gambling. Its international meeting directory can be used to search for available physical and online meetings.
Find local gambling support and gambling blocking and self-exclusion tools.
Kenya
Responsible Gaming Federation of Kenya
The Responsible Gaming Federation of Kenya provides confidential information and support for people affected by gambling-related harm.
National Gambling Helpline: 0705 825 637
Nigeria
Gamble Alert is an independent Nigerian non-profit organisation working to prevent gambling-related harm, discourage underage gambling and connect affected people with counselling and treatment support.
GamblePause also provides information, counselling resources and responsible gambling support in Nigeria.
Uganda
National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board regulates gambling in Uganda and publishes information about player protection and responsible gambling.
South Africa
South African Responsible Gambling Foundation
The South African Responsible Gambling Foundation provides free and confidential counselling and treatment for people affected by problem gambling and their immediate family members. The service is available 24 hours a day.
Toll-free counselling line: 0800 006 008
WhatsApp or SMS: 076 675 0710
Email: helpline@responsiblegambling.org.za
International number: +27 21 674 5830
Ghana
The Gaming Commission of Ghana provides responsible gambling information, mental-health support referrals and self-exclusion assistance.
Toll-free helpline: 0800 454 545
Egypt
Gambling Therapy maintains a dedicated resource page for people looking for Gamblers Anonymous support in Egypt.
India
This resource provides information for people in India seeking Gamblers Anonymous and problem-gambling support.
Tanzania
The Gaming Board of Tanzania is the national authority responsible for regulating gambling activities.
Toll-free contact number: 0800 110 051
Email: info@gamingboard.go.tz
Somalia
The Somali Green Crescent Society includes gambling addiction among the behavioural and substance-related issues addressed through its awareness and community programmes.
Malawi
Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority
The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority regulates betting, gaming and lottery activities and promotes consumer protection and responsible play.
Toll-free number: 4252
Players can contact the Authority for information about licensed operators, complaints and responsible gambling procedures.
Namibia
Namibia Gaming Control Division
The Gaming Control Division oversees the licensing and supervision of casinos and gambling establishments in Namibia.
The regulator can be contacted regarding licensed gambling businesses and regulatory complaints. It should not be presented as a counselling service.
Emergency and Mental-Health Support
The organisations listed above are not emergency services.
Anyone who is in immediate danger, feels unable to stay safe or is considering self-harm should stop gambling, contact their local emergency services and seek urgent help from a qualified mental-health professional.
Where a country does not have a dedicated gambling helpline, a general mental-health or addiction-support service may still be able to provide immediate assistance and refer the person to appropriate treatment.
Support services, telephone numbers and opening hours may change. We periodically review the resources listed on this page, but users should confirm current availability directly with the relevant organisation.
Important Notice
Our content is provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice, guarantee winnings or remove the risks associated with gambling.
Only gamble with money you can afford to lose. If gambling is affecting your finances, health, work or relationships, stop gambling and seek independent support.
Ratingbet Team