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Online gambling help: find support, self-exclusion and free tools to stop

Clear, practical information on getting help with gambling — the helplines, the self-exclusion registers and the blocking tools, explained in plain English and organised by where you live.

Find help in your country How self-exclusion works
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Three things that help, starting today

Talk to someone now

Free, confidential helplines in your country — many open 24 hours a day.

Self-exclude from gambling

One sign-up can block every licensed online operator in your country.

Block gambling on your devices

Free and paid tools that stop gambling sites and apps loading.

Explore the guides

Help by country — Online Gambling Help

Help by country

Helplines, registers and charities for the UK, Germany, Australia, the US, Canada, Ireland and worldwide.

 Self-exclusion explained — Online Gambling Help

Self-exclusion explained

How GAMSTOP, OASIS, BetStop and other registers work — and what they cover.

 How to stop gambling online — Online Gambling Help

How to stop gambling online

Practical steps that work: blocks, bank controls, money limits and support.

 Blocking software compared — Online Gambling Help

Blocking software compared

BetBlocker, Gamban, GamBlock and bank blocks — what each one does and the cost.

 Signs of a gambling problem — Online Gambling Help

Signs of a gambling problem

Warning signs, a recognised self-assessment, and when to reach out for help.

How common are gambling problems?

Gambling is something most people do without harm, and it helps to keep the scale in perspective. In Great Britain, official statistics show that the large majority of adults report no signs of gambling harm — but a real minority experience moderate risk or problem gambling, and they deserve straightforward help. If any of this sounds like you or someone close to you, that is reason enough to reach out.

Gambling risk in Great Britain, 2024 Share of adults by Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI) band 85.5% of adults show no problem-gambling indicators Low risk · PGSI 1–2 8.3% Moderate risk · PGSI 3–7 3.7% Problem gambling · PGSI 8+ 2.5% Source: Gambling Survey for Great Britain, Gambling Commission · OGL v3.0
Most adults in Great Britain do not show signs of gambling harm — but a meaningful minority do. Around 2.5% score at the level used to identify problem gambling.
Embed or cite this chart <p><a href="https://onlinegamblinghelp.com/">Gambling risk in Great Britain (PGSI), 2024</a> — data: Gambling Commission, Open Government Licence v3.0.</p>

Help where you live

Common questions

Where can I get help with gambling right now?
Free, confidential helplines are available in most countries, many of them 24 hours a day. In the UK you can call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133. Our help by country page lists the right number and service for where you live.
Is getting help free?
Yes. National helplines, self-exclusion registers such as GAMSTOP and free blockers such as BetBlocker cost nothing to use. Some blocking apps are paid, but free options exist everywhere.
Can I stop myself gambling online in one step?
Often, yes. A national self-exclusion register blocks every licensed online operator in your country with a single sign-up. Pairing that with a device blocker and a bank gambling block closes the most common gaps.
Will anyone find out I asked for help?
Support is confidential. Helplines and registers do not share that you have contacted them, and you can use most services anonymously.
How common are gambling problems?
In Great Britain, around 2.5% of adults score at the level used to identify problem gambling, with more at lower levels of risk. The chart on this page shows the full picture from official statistics.