Responsible gaming
Helplines, self-exclusion paths and deposit-limit tools by jurisdiction. If poker has stopped being fun, the resources here are free, confidential and the right call.
Poker is a game with real money on the line. For most people it stays fun. For some it doesn't. If you or someone you know is having problems with gambling, the resources below are free, confidential, and available 24/7.
International
- BeGambleAware (UK), Free help, 24/7 helpline 0808 8020 133.
- GamCare (UK), Free counselling and self-exclusion via GAMSTOP.
- NCPG (US), National helpline 1-800-GAMBLER.
- Gambling Help Online (AU), 1800 858 858.
- ConnexOntario (CA), 1-866-531-2600.
Self-exclusion
Every regulated poker site listed on PokerGods supports self-exclusion. You can request a cooling-off period (24h, 7 days, 30 days) or permanent self-exclusion from any account's responsible-gambling settings.
For nationwide self-exclusion: GAMSTOP (UK) covers all UK-licensed sites in a single registration.
Spending limits
Before depositing, set: a daily deposit limit, a weekly loss limit, a session time limit. Every regulated room exposes these in account settings. Use them.