Responsible Gambling at Amonbet

If you're reading this page, you're already doing something right. Amonbet is built for entertainment, and we want it to stay that way – the moment gambling stops being fun, it's time to pause and reassess.

Why responsible gambling matters

Gambling is a form of leisure, not a way to solve financial problems or earn a living. When it becomes a compulsion rather than a choice, the harm extends beyond money – relationships suffer, work performance drops, and mental health takes a toll.

We operate in a regulated environment where player safety is a legal obligation, not a courtesy. That means screening for signs of problem gambling, offering control tools, and signposting help when needed. But the most effective safeguard is your own awareness.

Signs gambling is getting out of hand

Problem gambling rarely announces itself. It builds quietly, often masked by the thrill of a win or the hope of breaking even. Watch for these behaviours:

• Spending more time or money than you intended, repeatedly
• Chasing losses – depositing again immediately after a losing session
• Lying to family or friends about how much you gamble
• Neglecting work, studies or personal relationships to gamble
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
• Feeling anxious, irritable or restless when not gambling
• Gambling to escape problems or relieve negative emotions

If three or more of these apply to you, it's worth speaking to someone. Problem gambling is not a character flaw – it's a behavioural pattern that responds to treatment.

Questions worth asking yourself

A short self-assessment can clarify whether your gambling is still under control. Answer honestly – no one sees this but you:

• Have you ever felt the need to bet more money to get the same level of excitement?
• Do you gamble to win back money you've lost?
• Have you borrowed money or sold anything to finance gambling?
• Has gambling caused problems in your relationships or at work?
• Do you feel restless or irritable when trying to cut down?
• Have you jeopardised a job, education or relationship because of gambling?
• Have you lied about how much time or money you spend gambling?
• Do you gamble when feeling anxious, guilty or depressed?

One or two "yes" answers suggest gambling is starting to cause friction. Three or more is a signal to seek support – the help lines below are free, confidential and staffed by people who understand what you're going through.

Amonbet's control tools

We screen for signs of gambling addiction in line with internal policies. Signs include excessive time in the casino, frequent large deposits without reasonable control, and repeated requests to raise limits. Where such patterns are detected, we reserve the right to close the account and suspend access to gaming services.

Specific deposit limits, loss limits and self-exclusion toggles are not detailed in our published terms. For information on what controls are available to you, contact our support team at [email protected].

Practical limits that work

Control tools are only useful if you engage them before problems develop. Here are limits that many players find effective:

• Set a budget before you log in – decide how much you can afford to lose, and stop when you reach it. Treat that amount as the cost of entertainment, not an investment.
• Use a separate account or e-wallet – transfer your gambling budget into it at the start of the week or month, and play only from that balance. When it's gone, you're done.
• Set a time limit – use your phone's timer or an alarm. An hour passes quickly when you're absorbed in a game.
• Never gamble on credit – if you're borrowing to play, the entertainment has already turned into a problem.
• Take regular breaks – step away from the screen every 30–45 minutes. Walk, make a drink, do something unrelated.
• Don't chase losses – the urge to "win it back" is the single most common path to deeper trouble. A loss is a sunk cost; further deposits won't change that.

Where to get help in the UK

If gambling is affecting your life, free and confidential support is available right now. You don't need to be in crisis to reach out – early intervention is far more effective than waiting until things fall apart.

GamCare provides emotional and practical support through trained advisers. The National Gambling Helpline is available 24/7 on 0808 8020 133 (free from landlines and mobiles). You can also access live chat and email support at gamcare.org.uk.

BeGambleAware offers a wealth of advice, self-help tools and treatment referrals at begambleaware.org. The site includes a spending tracker, a self-assessment quiz, and information on what to expect from treatment.

GamStop is a free national self-exclusion scheme that blocks access to all UK-licensed gambling sites for a period you choose – six months, one year or five years. Once registered, you cannot reverse it early. Sign up at gamstop.co.uk.

Gordon Moody provides residential treatment and online therapy programmes for people with severe gambling problems. Services are free and confidential. Learn more at gordonmoody.org.uk.

Blocking software

Gamban is a multi-device app that blocks access to tens of thousands of gambling sites and apps worldwide. It runs silently in the background and cannot be easily removed once installed. Available at gamban.com (subscription required).

BetBlocker is a free, open-source alternative that works across desktop and mobile. It blocks gambling sites and can be set to restrict access for a fixed period. Download it at betblocker.org.

Protecting minors

This site is for players aged 18 and over (18+) only. If you share a device with someone under 18, ensure gambling sites are not accessible to them.

Parental control software such as Net Nanny, Qustodio or the built-in controls on iOS and Android can block gambling sites and restrict in-app purchases. Supervision and open conversation remain the most effective safeguards – children learn attitudes to gambling from the adults around them.

Contact us

For questions about your account, responsible gambling tools or how to access support, email us at [email protected].

Gambling should be entertainment, not a chore. The moment it stops feeling optional, it's time to step back and ask for help.

This site is for players aged 18 and over (18+). If gambling ever stops being enjoyable, free and confidential help is available at BeGambleAware.org.