Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Glint Glass, we're committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. Gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set strict limits before you begin.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to use any of the betting sites we recommend. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to gamble in the United Kingdom. If you are under 18, please do not access gambling services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of the following behaviours in yourself or someone you know? These may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
- Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Becoming secretive or hiding gambling activity from family and friends
- Neglecting work, education, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money to finance gambling activities
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Continuing to gamble despite financial, legal, or personal consequences
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most reputable betting sites offer built-in tools to help you gamble more responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of losses you're willing to accept
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders showing how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out: Temporarily suspend your account for a period you choose (typically 24 hours to several weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently close your account if you feel you need to stop gambling
- Session Limits: Restrict how long you can play in one sitting
Use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling habits.
Support & Help Organizations
If you're struggling with gambling or think you may have a problem, help is available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling
www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Allows you to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support and 12-step programme
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
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 or call 1-800-522-4700
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is a serious issue, but recovery is possible with the right support. If you or someone you know is struggling:
- Contact GamCare for free, confidential help: 0808 8020 133
- Register with GamStop for immediate self-exclusion across all UK operators
- Speak to a trusted friend, family member, or healthcare professional
- Visit one of the organisations listed above for specialist support
You are not alone. Help is available, and it's free.
Glint Glass promotes responsible gambling. We work only with licensed, regulated betting operators. If you have concerns about your gambling, please seek help immediately from the organisations listed above.