Responsible Gambling
Gambling should be fun, not a source of stress or financial hardship. Verdecto is committed to promoting safe gambling practices and providing resources for anyone who needs support.
Our Commitment
At Verdecto, we believe that gambling should only ever be a form of entertainment. We never encourage gambling as a way to make money, and we only recommend operators that provide robust responsible gambling tools. If gambling stops being fun, it's time to stop.
Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you recognize any of the following behaviours in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help.
Spending more money or time on gambling than you can afford
Chasing losses by gambling more to try to win back money
Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut down
Neglecting work, studies, or relationships because of gambling
Lying to family or friends about how much you gamble
Gambling to escape problems or relieve feelings of anxiety
Feeling unable to stop despite wanting to
Tips for Safe Gambling
Set a Budget
Decide how much you can afford to lose before you start. Never gamble with money you need for bills, rent, or essentials.
Set Time Limits
Decide in advance how long you'll play. Use the session timer tools offered by most online operators.
Don't Chase Losses
Accept that losing is part of gambling. Trying to win back losses almost always leads to bigger losses.
Take Regular Breaks
Step away from the screen regularly. Continuous play reduces your ability to make good decisions.
Never Gamble Under the Influence
Alcohol and drugs impair judgment. Keep a clear head when making betting decisions.
Use Operator Tools
Most licensed casinos offer deposit limits, loss limits, session time reminders, cooling-off periods, and self-exclusion options. Use them.
Self-Assessment
Ask yourself the following questions honestly. If you answer “yes” to any of them, consider reaching out to one of the helplines listed below.
- 1Have you ever felt the need to bet more and more money?
- 2Have you ever lied to people important to you about how much you gamble?
- 3Do you feel restless or irritable when you try to stop gambling?
- 4Do you gamble to escape problems or relieve anxiety?
- 5After losing money, do you return another day to try to win it back?
- 6Has gambling ever caused you financial problems?
- 7Have you ever thought about self-harm because of gambling?
If you answered yes to any question, please talk to someone. Help is free, confidential, and available 24/7 through the organisations below.
International Helplines & Support
Self-Exclusion Programs
If you decide you need a break from gambling, self-exclusion programs allow you to block yourself from gambling sites and venues for a set period. These programs are free and confidential.
- GAMSTOP (UK):Free self-exclusion from all UKGC-licensed online gambling operators for 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years.
- BetBlocker:Free app that blocks access to over 14,000 gambling websites across all your devices.
- Operator Tools:Most licensed operators offer their own self-exclusion options directly in your account settings.