Self-Exclusion - Keep Your Gambling Safe

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Self-exclusion, or voluntary exclusion, happens when you ask a casino operator to exclude you from gambling with them for a set period of time (anything from six months up to five years), as a proactive means to address problem gambling. In practice, once you have self-excluded, you will then be refused service and prevented from gambling with that casino. Note that this process is available at all casinos – land- or web-based, and is completely voluntary. While the casino will do what they can to help you, the onus always rests on you to take responsibility for your gambling problem.

Why opt for Self-Exclusion?

If you have difficulty staying away from one or more gambling sites. You notice that your gambling habits are becoming problematic and destructive, while you seek professional help, self-exclusion can help as a preventive measure.

How to Self-Exclude from Online Casinos

  • You will need to contact each of the casinos you wish to self-exclude from individually. This can usually be done on the casino’s “Responsible Gambling” page.
  • As an additional measure, you can download a ‘site blocker’, which will block you from accessing online gambling sites. We recommend Gamblock, Betfilter, and Gamban.
  • If you are battling to find information on self-exclusion, get in touch with your country’s national gambling regulator for assistance.