About Gamstop Online
When you register with Gamstop Online you’ll be blocked from accessing gambling websites and apps licensed in Great Britain.
Who uses Gamstop
Gamstop is used by over half a million people in the UK. Some choose to give up gambling for good because it’s affecting their lives and the lives of their loved ones. Some are simply taking a break to save money and focus on other things.
It’s also used by those living with people who want to get their gambling under control, to protect themselves and provide an extra layer of support for their loved ones.
You choose to block yourself from gambling
We check your identity and add you to our register
Gambling operators check with us when anyone tries to use an online gambling account
We respond to let them know you’re on the register and they block you from their services
How Gamstop Online works
Gamstop Online blocks you from signing up for or using online accounts with gambling companies licensed in Great Britain.
The registration process is quick and easy.
You can choose how long to exclude yourself from gambling, from 6 months up to 5 years. You can also choose to have your exclusion renew automatically so you do not have to think about it again.
You will need to give us some personal details to confirm your identity. This is the information we’ll use to let gambling website operators know whether you have chosen to block yourself from their services.
Because your privacy is important, you can choose who you tell that you have registered with Gamstop. We will not, for example, send texts to your mobile or send mail to your home. Once you’ve registered, you cannot cancel your registration during the exclusion period.
Your exclusion stays in place after the end of the period you’ve chosen unless you choose to remove it by contacting us.
Take control of your gambling
Find out more about how Gamstop works
Our Frequently Asked Questions have lots more detail about how Gamstop Online works.
More help from Gamstop
Take a break from gambling
There can be many benefits to taking a break from gambling. Blocking yourself from using gambling websites and apps could be just what you need.
Support a loved one who gambles
If you’re worried about someone close to you, or if you have been affected by their gambling, find out how Gamstop can help.
Next steps
Gamstop Online is especially powerful when it’s combined with other services.
- Gamstop Online blocks you from gambling websites and apps.
- The Multi Operator Self Exclusion Scheme (MOSES) allows you to block yourself from using high street bookmakers.
- Bank blocks stop you from making card payments into online gambling accounts or in-person betting shops.
- Blocking software can be installed on all of your devices to stop you from being able to access gambling websites and apps on your devices.
- You can call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 802 0133 for free information, advice and support service that can give you someone to talk to about your gambling.
There are other tools and services available.