Money limit
Use only a fixed leisure amount you can afford to lose. Never use bill money, credit or borrowed funds.
Australian Support Resources
Responsible gambling: keep control and know when to stop
Gambling should never affect rent, bills, work, sleep or relationships. Set hard limits before play and use free Australian support as soon as harm appears.
- ✓ 1800 858 858
- ✓ Free and confidential
- ✓ Support across Australia
UFO9 · AU GUIDEPractical Limits
Set the rules before any session
Time limit
Choose a finish time, use an alarm and take regular breaks away from the screen.
Loss limit
Stop when the planned amount is gone. Do not deposit again to recover a loss.
Warning Signs
Take action if any feel familiar
One warning sign is enough reason to pause. You do not need to wait for a crisis before getting support.
Behaviour
- Chasing losses
- Breaking money or time limits
- Gambling to escape stress
- Borrowing to continue
Life impact
- Hiding spending
- Missing work or sleep
- Feeling anxious or angry
- Relationship conflict
Australian Help
Free support and self-exclusion options
Gambling Help Online
Free, confidential 24/7 phone and online support across Australia.
Visit supportBetStop
Australian Government National Self-Exclusion Register for licensed online and phone wagering providers.
Visit BetStopACMA
Official consumer information on illegal online gambling operators, risks and complaints.
Read ACMA guidanceMake A Change
A simple action plan
- 01
Stop access
Log out, remove saved payment methods and use account limit or self-exclusion tools.
- 02
Tell someone
Speak with a trusted person and make gambling money, time and debt visible.
- 03
Contact support
Call 1800 858 858 or start a confidential online chat. Support is available 24/7.
- 04
Protect finances
Talk to your bank about gambling blocks and seek free financial counselling if needed.
Popular Questions
Questions about this page
What is the Gambling Help Online number?+
Call 1800 858 858 for free, confidential support available 24/7 across Australia.
What is BetStop?+
BetStop is the Australian Government National Self-Exclusion Register for licensed online and phone wagering providers.
When should I get help?+
Get support as soon as gambling affects money, time, mood, work, sleep or relationships.
Is gambling for minors?+
No. Gambling services are for adults aged 18 and over only.
Verified Starting Point
Use the supplied official UFO9 route
Check the address, read the live terms and keep gambling within an affordable entertainment budget.