We want your time with Spinit to stay enjoyable. Gambling is entertainment, not a way to make money or solve financial problems. This page explains the control tools we offer, the warning signs worth watching for, and where to get help in the UK if you need it.
Why responsible gambling matters
Most people who play slots, bet on sport or sit down at a live table do so without trouble. But for some, gambling stops being fun and starts causing harm. Recognising that shift early makes a real difference.
The controls below exist because entertainment should never feel like an obligation. If you find yourself chasing losses, hiding deposits from family, or borrowing to play, those are signals worth taking seriously. The helplines and tools on this page are free, confidential, and designed to help before a small problem becomes a larger one.
Signs gambling is getting out of hand
Watch for these behaviours in yourself or someone you care about:
- Spending more time or money than you intended, repeatedly
- Lying to family or friends about how much you gamble
- Chasing losses by placing bigger bets or depositing more
- Neglecting work, relationships or responsibilities because of gambling
- Borrowing money, selling possessions, or using credit to fund play
- Feeling restless, irritable or anxious when you try to cut down
None of these on its own is proof of a problem, but if several ring true, it is worth pausing and asking yourself the questions below.
Questions worth asking yourself
This is not a diagnosis. It is a short self-check to help you think honestly about your gambling:
- Have you ever lied to people important to you about how much you gamble?
- Do you gamble until your last pound is gone?
- After losing, do you feel you must return as soon as possible to win it back?
- Have you borrowed money or sold anything to finance gambling?
- Has gambling made you less interested in your family, friends or work?
- Do arguments, disappointments or frustrations make you want to gamble?
- Have you ever felt suicidal because of gambling?
If you answered yes to several of these, consider reaching out to one of the UK organisations listed below. They will not judge you, and the call is free.
Our control tools
We offer self-exclusion via email to [email protected]. Once we action your request, you will not be able to log in or place a bet for the period you choose. Self-exclusion is not reversible before the term ends, and we will not process requests to reopen your account early.
Self-exclusion through us applies only to this site. For protection across all UK-licensed operators, register with GamStop at gamstop.co.uk. It is free, covers every licensed site in Great Britain, and you can choose to exclude yourself for six months, one year, or five years.
Practical limits that work
Simple boundaries often do more than elaborate rules. These six have helped others stay in control:
- Set a monthly amount you can afford to lose, treat it as the cost of entertainment, and stop when it is gone
- Never gamble with money earmarked for rent, bills, groceries or debt repayments
- Keep a separate bank account or e-wallet for gambling, and do not top it up mid-session
- Set a timer on your phone; when it rings, log out regardless of whether you are up or down
- Do not gamble when you are upset, angry, tired or drinking
- Take regular breaks of a week or a month to prove to yourself that you can
None of these will stop someone with a compulsion, but they work well for people who want to keep their play recreational.
Where to get help in the UK
If gambling is causing you distress, free and confidential support is available right now:
| Organisation | What they offer | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| National Gambling Helpline (GamCare) | 24/7 phone support, live chat, face-to-face counselling, online forum | 0808 8020 133 (free) · gamcare.org.uk |
| BeGambleAware | Information, treatment finder, online chat, self-assessment tools | begambleaware.org |
| Gordon Moody | Residential treatment, online therapy, outpatient counselling | gordonmoody.org.uk |
| GamStop | Free self-exclusion across all UK-licensed operators | gamstop.co.uk |
All of these services are free. You do not need to give your real name if you prefer not to. Nobody will contact your bank, your employer, or anyone else.
Blocking software
If you want to block gambling sites at the device level, two tools work well:
- Gamban (gamban.com) — subscription-based, blocks tens of thousands of gambling sites and apps across all your devices
- BetBlocker (betblocker.org) — free, open-source, works on desktop and mobile
Both prevent you from accessing gambling sites even if you change your mind later. Gamban cannot be uninstalled during the subscription period you choose; BetBlocker requires a password set by someone else to remove.
Protecting minors
Access to Spinit is restricted to persons aged 18 and over (18+). We verify age and identity before processing a withdrawal, but prevention starts earlier.
If you share a device with someone under 18, consider installing parental-control software such as Net Nanny, Qustodio, or the controls built into iOS, Android and Windows. These tools block access to gambling sites at the operating-system level, and a child cannot bypass them without the parent's password.
Contact us
To request self-exclusion or ask about the tools we offer, email [email protected]. We will action your request within 24 hours.
For urgent support with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133. The line is free, confidential, and staffed around the clock.
This site is for players aged 18 and over (18+). If gambling ever stops feeling like entertainment, free and confidential help is available at BeGambleAware.org.