Responsible gambling guidance for 31bets Casino players
Start playingGambling is meant to be fun, not a source of stress or financial pressure. This page looks at how to keep it that way if you're using 31bets (31bets Casino), covering the warning signs worth knowing, a short self-check, the tools the operator provides, and where to turn for free support in the UK. You must be 18+ to gamble, and everything below is written with that in mind.
Gambling as entertainment, not income
The moment gambling starts to feel like a way to solve money problems, something has gone wrong. It's a form of entertainment you pay for, like a night out or a subscription – not a plan for getting ahead financially. Treating a session at 31bets Casino the same way you'd treat a cinema ticket, rather than an investment, keeps the risk in proportion.
Most people who gamble do so without any issue, dipping in for the odd bet or spin and moving on with their week. Problems tend to build gradually rather than arrive all at once, which is exactly why it helps to know what to look out for before it becomes a habit you can't easily break.
When it stops being fun
There's no single moment that marks the switch from harmless fun to a problem, but a cluster of signs together is worth taking seriously:
- Chasing losses by betting more to try to win back what's gone.
- Gambling with money set aside for bills, rent or essentials.
- Lying to friends or family about how much time or money is spent gambling.
- Feeling irritable, anxious or low when not gambling.
- Struggling to stop even after deciding in advance to walk away.
None of these on their own is a diagnosis. But if a few of them sound familiar, it's a good time to use one of the tools below, either through 31bets directly or through an independent UK organisation.
A short self-check
Answering these honestly, even just to yourself, can be more useful than it sounds:
- Have I gambled with money I couldn't afford to lose?
- Have I tried to win back losses on the same day?
- Have I hidden my gambling from someone close to me?
- Do I feel restless or irritable when I try to cut back?
- Has gambling affected my sleep, work or relationships?
- Have I borrowed money or sold something to fund gambling?
A "yes" to more than one or two of these is worth acting on – not with guilt, just with a practical step, like setting a limit or taking a break using the tools further down this page.
31bets Casino's own control tools
The operator behind 31bets provides several account-level controls, accessed by contacting support directly. Good to know: none of these need a long explanation to support – a short message is enough to put them in place.
| Tool | What it does |
|---|---|
| Self-exclusion | Blocks account access for a period between 6 months and 5 years |
| Loss and deposit limits | Caps what can be added to or lost from the account |
| Deposit disable | Turns off the deposit option for a chosen period on request |
| Time-out | Closes the account temporarily for a short break |
Self-exclusion at 31bets Casino is a genuinely firm commitment – once set for, say, six months, there's no early opt-out through support, which is exactly the point of the tool.
Blocking software
For a break that doesn't rely on willpower alone, device-level blocking software stops gambling sites loading at all. Gamban works across most devices for a small fee, while BetBlocker does much the same job for free. Both are worth setting up before a break starts, not after the temptation kicks in.
Tips for gambling sensibly
A few habits make a real difference in practice:
- Set a budget before you start, and treat it as the total cost of the session, not money you expect back.
- Set a time limit as well as a money one – sessions that drag on are where judgement slips.
- Never gamble to chase a loss, and never gamble to cover a bill.
- Take regular breaks rather than one long session.
- Avoid gambling when upset, tired or after drinking.
If a break from gambling ever starts to feel difficult rather than simple, that's worth paying attention to on its own.
Where to find help in the UK
Several UK organisations offer free, confidential support, independent of any operator:
- GamCare runs the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133, free and open 24/7.
- BeGambleAware offers information, advice and a route to local support services.
- GamStop provides free self-exclusion across all UK-licensed gambling sites at once.
- Gordon Moody offers residential and online treatment programmes for more serious gambling harm.
Protecting minors
Access to 31bets and any gambling site is restricted to those aged 18+. If a device you use is shared with a child or teenager, parental-control software such as Net Nanny or Qustodio can block gambling content at the device level, which is a more reliable safeguard than account settings alone.
If you have questions about anything on this page, you can reach the editorial team at [email protected].
Gambling should be entertainment, not a chore.
Everything on this page is informational and promotional in nature – we don't run a casino, a bookmaker or any gambling operation ourselves. Access is limited to those 18 and over (18+). If gambling ever stops feeling like fun, BeGambleAware.org offers free, confidential support.