Responsible Gaming
Introduction
Gambling should always be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial difficulties. The outcome of games is based on chance, and losses are a part of playing. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, and set clear limits for both time and money before you start.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to gamble in Great Britain. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to participate in gambling activities. We encourage all users to verify their age and identity to ensure compliance with local legal age requirements.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. The following signs may indicate that gambling is becoming harmful:
- Chasing losses — trying to win back money you have lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family or friends
- Gambling with money meant for bills, rent, or essentials
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble
- Feeling anxious, guilty, or irritable when not gambling
- Lying about time or money spent on gambling
- Neglecting work, school, or relationships due to gambling
- Trying unsuccessfully to cut down or stop gambling
- Using gambling as an escape from stress or emotional pain
Self-Help Tools
Many gambling platforms, including those offered via the Sun Bingo app, provide tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit limits — set a maximum amount you can deposit over a day, week, or month
- Loss limits — cap the amount you can lose within a set period
- Reality checks — receive reminders of how long you have been playing
- Time-outs — take a short break from gambling for a set period
- Self-exclusion — block yourself from gambling for a longer period, such as 6 months or more
- Account history — review your deposits, withdrawals, and play time
Support Organisations
If you feel your gambling is becoming a problem, help is available. The following organisations offer free, confidential advice and support:
- United Kingdom: GamCare — call 0808 8020 133 or visit www.gamcare.org.uk
Self-exclusion: GamStop — register to self-exclude from all UK-licensed gambling sites - Australia: Gambling Help Online — call 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council — visit www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling — call 1-800-522-4700 or visit www.ncpgambling.org
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) —