Why responsible gambling matters
Responsible gambling is about keeping your play deliberate, affordable and within limits you set for yourself. Boomerang combines casino games with sports betting, so the same basic principle applies across both: entertainment should fit around your life, not take it over. This page is intended for adults aged 18+ and offers practical checks, available tools and independent UK support.
No betting system removes every loss, and a winning run does not change the underlying odds. Taking regular breaks, keeping a firm budget and treating gambling as entertainment rather than income are simple safeguards, but they work best when chosen before play begins.
Warning signs: when gambling gets out of hand
- You are chasing losses or trying to recover money quickly.
- Borrowing money, using essential bills or dipping into savings.
- Playing for longer than planned or neglecting other interests.
- Hiding gambling activity, debts or losses from family and friends.
- Feeling anxious, guilty or unable to stop when the session ends.
- Using gambling to manage stress, loneliness or financial worries.
One sign does not automatically mean there is a problem, but several together deserve attention. The further reading and support options below can help you decide on sensible next steps.
A few questions to ask yourself
We find it useful to pause before starting and answer these questions honestly:
- Can I comfortably afford everything I intend to spend today?
- Have I set a time limit that I can keep?
- Am I gambling because I enjoy it, rather than to escape a problem?
- Would I be comfortable if I lost the amount I have budgeted?
- Am I playing in a rushed, emotional or impaired state?
- Can I stop when my chosen limit is reached?
- Has gambling started affecting work, relationships or sleep?
If several answers make you uncomfortable, take a break. There is no prize for pushing through a moment when your choices feel strained.
Boomerang's player control tools
The operator provides a direct route to self-exclusion through its support team. Anyone considering a break should request it through the operator's own support channel and confirm that the exclusion has been applied.
| Tool | How to use it |
|---|---|
| Self-exclusion | Contact the operator's support team and request exclusion from the account. |
Tips for gambling more sensibly
- Set a deposit and loss limit before placing the first bet.
- Use a timer so that a session cannot quietly extend indefinitely.
- Keep balance in another account for bills, savings and everyday spending.
- Avoid playing while stressed, angry, tired or under the influence.
- Choose lower-stake entertainment rather than trying to win back a loss.
- Take regular days away from gambling and review your settings periodically.
Good to know: a pause is useful even when nothing has gone wrong. It gives you time to check your budget and decide whether you still want to play.
Where to find help in the UK
Independent support is free and confidential. You can contact GamCare or use the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133, available 24/7. BeGambleAware.org also provides guidance and support for gambling-related harm, while Gordon Moody offers treatment and support services.
If you want to prevent access to gambling sites across devices, GamStop provides free national self-exclusion for licensed gambling operators.
Blocking software
Tools such as Gamban and BetBlocker can block gambling websites and apps across devices. They offer another layer of protection when willpower alone does not feel sufficient.
Protecting minors
Access to gambling content and services is restricted to people aged 18+. On a shared device, use parental-control software such as Net Nanny or Qustodio, keep the operating system and browser up to date, and avoid leaving an adult account signed in where a younger person could reach it.
Portal support and contact details
Questions about this responsible gambling guidance can be sent to [email protected]. This address belongs to the editorial portal; account restrictions, self-exclusion and payment matters must be handled through the operator's own support channels.
You should never feel pressured to continue gambling because support feels difficult to reach. A break, a self-exclusion request or a conversation with a trusted person can prevent a difficult moment from becoming a longer-term problem.
This page provides information and marketing purposes only. We are not a casino operator, bookmaker or organiser of gambling. Access to this content is restricted to persons aged 18 and over (18+). For free, confidential support with gambling, visit BeGambleAware.org.
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