Responsible Gambling

Last updated: March 2026

Our Commitment

At Betmana, we believe that gambling should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, never a source of harm. While we are a comparison and information site rather than a gambling operator, we take our responsibility seriously and are committed to promoting safe gambling practices.

You must be 18 or over to gamble in the United Kingdom. If you are under 18, please leave any gambling-related pages immediately.

Keeping Gambling Safe

Gambling should always remain a form of entertainment. Here are some practical guidelines to help keep it that way:

  • Set a budget — decide how much you can afford to lose before you start, and stick to it
  • Set time limits — decide in advance how long you will spend gambling and stop when your time is up
  • Never chase losses — if you lose, accept it as the cost of entertainment and do not try to win it back
  • Do not borrow to gamble — never use money intended for essential expenses like rent, bills, or food
  • Do not gamble when upset or stressed — emotional states can cloud judgement and lead to poor decisions
  • Take regular breaks — step away from gambling regularly to maintain perspective
  • Balance gambling with other activities — ensure gambling does not become your primary leisure activity
  • Understand the odds — the house always has an edge. No system or strategy guarantees profit

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:

  • Spending more money or time on gambling than you intended
  • Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut down or stop
  • Gambling to escape problems or relieve feelings of anxiety, depression, or helplessness
  • Chasing losses by continuing to gamble after losing money
  • Lying to family members, friends, or others about the extent of your gambling
  • Borrowing money, selling possessions, or committing illegal acts to finance gambling
  • Neglecting work, education, family, or personal responsibilities because of gambling
  • Failed attempts to control, cut back, or stop gambling
  • Feeling a need to bet with increasing amounts of money to achieve excitement

If any of these apply to you, please seek help. You are not alone, and support is available.

Self-Exclusion Tools

All licensed UK bookmakers are required to offer self-exclusion options. If you need to take a break or stop gambling entirely, the following tools can help:

GamStop

GamStop is the UK's free national self-exclusion scheme. When you register with GamStop, you will be excluded from all online gambling companies licensed in Great Britain for a chosen period of 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years. During your exclusion period, gambling companies will take steps to prevent you from opening new accounts or gambling with them.

Individual bookmaker controls

Most licensed bookmakers offer their own responsible gambling tools, including:

  • Deposit limits (daily, weekly, or monthly)
  • Loss limits
  • Session time limits
  • Reality checks (periodic alerts showing how long you have been playing)
  • Cooling-off periods
  • Self-exclusion directly with the operator

We recommend exploring these tools in the responsible gambling section of any bookmaker you use.

Support Organisations

If you or someone you know is affected by problem gambling, the following organisations offer free, confidential support:

GambleAware

  • Website: www.gambleaware.org
  • About: GambleAware is an independent charity that funds research, education, and treatment for gambling harms. Their website provides information, advice, and links to treatment services.

National Gambling Helpline

  • Telephone: 0808 8020 133
  • Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • About: Operated by GambleAware, the helpline offers free, confidential advice and support to anyone affected by gambling. Advisors can help you explore your options and connect you with local treatment services.

GamCare

  • Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  • About: GamCare provides support, information, and counselling for anyone affected by gambling. They operate the National Gambling Helpline and offer live chat support through their website.

Gamblers Anonymous

  • Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
  • About: Gamblers Anonymous is a fellowship of people who have joined together to do something about their gambling problem. Meetings are held across the UK and online. There is no membership fee.

Gordon Moody Association

  • Website: www.gordonmoody.org.uk
  • About: Gordon Moody provides residential treatment, online therapy, and support for people severely affected by gambling. Their programmes are free of charge and funded by GambleAware.

Citizens Advice

  • Website: www.citizensadvice.org.uk
  • About: If gambling has caused financial difficulties, Citizens Advice can provide free, impartial debt advice and help you manage your finances.

For Friends and Family

Problem gambling does not only affect the person who gambles. If someone close to you has a gambling problem:

  • GamCare offers support for family members and friends through their helpline and counselling services
  • GamAnon (www.gamanon.org.uk) provides support groups specifically for people affected by someone else's gambling
  • You are not responsible for their gambling, but your support can make a difference

Our Role as an Affiliate Site

As a sports betting comparison site, Betmana does not operate gambling services, accept bets, or hold customer funds. However, we recognise that our content involves gambling-related topics, and we take the following steps:

  • We only promote bookmakers licensed by the UK Gambling Commission
  • We include responsible gambling messaging across our site
  • We provide clear links to support organisations
  • We do not target our content at anyone under 18
  • We do not present gambling as a guaranteed way to make money
  • We include clear information about the risks of gambling

Gambling Commission

All bookmakers and betting sites we review and list are licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission (www.gamblingcommission.gov.uk). The Gambling Commission regulates gambling in Great Britain under the Gambling Act 2005 and works to keep gambling fair, safe, and crime-free.

Verify Operator Licences

You can independently verify that any bookmaker you use holds a valid licence from the UK Gambling Commission. The UKGC maintains a searchable Public Register of all licensed businesses:

Simply search by operator name to confirm that a betting company is authorised to offer gambling services in Great Britain. The register shows the licence status, licence number, and the activities the operator is permitted to carry out.

All bookmakers and betting sites reviewed on Betmana hold valid UK Gambling Commission licences. If an operator's licence is suspended or revoked, we will remove them from our site.

Contact Us

If you have concerns about responsible gambling content on our site, please contact us at:

Email: support@aimingle.cz