Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Down to Earth Gift, we believe gambling should only be enjoyed as a form of entertainment. Betting should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set strict limits on what you spend.
If you find yourself gambling more than intended or chasing losses, it's time to seek support.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. We are committed to preventing underage gambling. If you are under 18, please do not use any gambling services.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to use parental controls and monitoring software to protect young people from accessing gambling sites.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Be aware of these warning signs. If you recognise any of these behaviours in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount spent
- Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, food, utilities)
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Experiencing relationship problems due to gambling
- Gambling as a way to escape problems or negative emotions
Self-Help Tools & Protective Measures
Most responsible betting operators offer tools to help you maintain control. Consider using:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a session or time period
- Reality Checks: Enable regular reminders of how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Time-Out: Take a temporary break from your account (hours to weeks) without closing it permanently
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily close your account and exclude yourself from gambling operators
- Budget Planning: Set a strict budget for entertainment spending and stick to it
These tools are designed to empower you to gamble responsibly. Use them proactively.
Support Organizations & Helplines
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, free, confidential support is available:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: Free counselling and support for problem gambling in Great Britain
www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential) - GamStop: National self-exclusion scheme – register with all UK gambling operators at once
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous: Free peer support meetings across the UK
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk - National Problem Gambling Clinic: Specialist NHS treatment service
Telephone: 020 7054 2000
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)
Telephone: 0800 137 27 00
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is a treatable condition. You are not alone, and support is available immediately. If you or a loved one is struggling with gambling:
- Contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 (available 24/7, free and confidential)
- Register with GamStop for immediate multi-operator self-exclusion
- Speak to your GP, who can refer you to specialist treatment services
- Reach out to friends, family, or a trusted counsellor
Taking action today can change your life tomorrow.
This responsible gaming information is provided for educational purposes. Down to Earth Gift is committed to promoting safe and responsible gambling practices. For the most up-to-date information on support services and responsible gambling resources, please visit the official websites listed above.