Responsible Gambling

666gambit is an independent informational site about the online gambling industry. We do not operate gambling services, but we firmly believe in promoting responsible gambling. Gambling should always be a form of entertainment — never a way to make money or escape problems.

We encourage every visitor to gamble responsibly, to only play at licensed operators, and to stay in control of the time and money they spend. If gambling stops being fun, it may be time to take a break.

Recognizing the early signs of problem gambling is important. Warning signs may include:

• Spending more money or time gambling than you can afford
• Chasing your losses to try to win money back
• Gambling to escape stress, anxiety or boredom
• Neglecting work, studies, family or personal responsibilities
• Borrowing money or lying to others about your gambling
• Feeling anxious, guilty or irritable when trying to cut down or stop

If any of these apply to you or someone you know, please consider contacting the organizations listed below.

To keep gambling safe and enjoyable, we recommend the following:

• Set a budget and time limit before you play, and stick to them
• Only gamble with money you can afford to lose
• Consider gambling as entertainment, not as a source of income
• Never chase your losses
• Take regular breaks; don't gamble under the influence of alcohol or when you're upset
• Use deposit limits, reality checks and self-exclusion tools offered by licensed operators

If you feel that gambling is becoming a problem, free and confidential help is available. The following independent organizations offer support, advice and counseling:

• BeGambleAware — begambleaware.org
• GamCare — gamcare.org.uk
• Gamblers Anonymous — gamblersanonymous.org

You must be of legal age to gamble in your jurisdiction. Asking for help is a positive and confidential step, and support is available no matter where you live.