Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income

At Football Frenzy, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming. Betting and casino games should only ever be viewed as entertainment, similar to going to the cinema or watching a live event. They should never be considered a way to earn money or solve financial problems.

If you're using gambling as a source of income or to recover losses, this is a sign that your relationship with gambling may need to change. Please seek support immediately.

Age Verification

All users must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in their jurisdiction (whichever is higher) to use betting apps and casino services.

If you are under 18, or if you're unsure of the legal gambling age in your area, you should not participate in any gambling activities. Parents and guardians should be aware of where young people are spending their time online.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Ask yourself if any of these apply to you:

• Chasing losses: Gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
• Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling activity secret from family or friends
• Loss of control: Unable to stick to betting limits you've set
• Increasing stakes: Needing to bet more money to get the same excitement
• Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
• Financial strain: Borrowing money or struggling to pay bills because of gambling
• Mood changes: Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape: Gambling to avoid or cope with problems, stress, or negative feelings

If you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself, it's important to take action now.

Tools to Help You Stay in Control

Most reputable betting apps offer built-in responsible gaming features. These include:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a day, week, or month
• Loss Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you're willing to lose during a specific period
• Betting Limits: Cap the size of individual bets you can place
• Reality Checks: Receive reminders during your gaming session about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Time-Out: Temporarily suspend your account for a period you choose (e.g., 24 hours to 6 weeks)
• Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily close your account and block access to gambling services

Use these tools proactively. They're designed to help you maintain control and protect your wellbeing.

Get Help – Support Organisations

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gamblers and their families
  www.gamcare.org.uk
  Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7)
• GamStop – The National Self-Exclusion Scheme. Register with multiple gambling operators at once
  www.gamstop.co.uk
• National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist treatment
  Telephone: 020 7054 2345

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
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
• Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Telephone: 0800 1 37 27 00

If You Need Help, Please Reach Out

Problem gambling affects real people and their families. There is no shame in seeking help. Support is available, and recovery is possible.

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please contact one of the organisations listed above today. They offer free, confidential, and non-judgmental support.

Remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.