Take a step back
Leave gambling for a while and choose an activity without wagers or prizes.
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Starting points
Put your wellbeing first
Gambling can affect your finances, mood and relationships. You can ask for help before a crisis develops.
Protect essentials
Keep rent, food, bills and savings separate from money set aside for gambling.
Talk to someone
A trusted person or support service can help you pause, reflect and find your next step.
Know the risks
Understand the risks before playing
- Gambling is not a dependable way to earn money.
- Trying to recover losses can lead to further spending.
- Borrowing, hiding gambling or using essential funds are reasons to stop and seek help.
- Bonuses and free spins have conditions and do not remove the risk of losing money.
The UK Gambling Commission regulates gambling in Great Britain. Check the relevant protections and complaint routes for the licence stated by a gambling service. UK Gambling Commission information.
Spending boundaries
Set money limits that protect essentials
Choose a limit before playing
Decide what you can comfortably afford, then treat that amount as a ceiling rather than a target. Ask support which account controls are available.
- Keep essential money safe and never borrow to gamble.
- Check when a limit change takes effect.
- Confirm whether the control covers deposits, losses or another measure.
- If staying within a limit feels difficult, take a break and contact independent support.
Time away
Plan your sessions and take proper breaks
- Step 1
Decide when to stop
Choose an end time before you begin and set an alarm away from the gambling site.
- Step 2
Make the break genuine
Close the browser, mute gambling notifications and move on to something unrelated.
- Step 3
Notice the impact
Pay attention to sleep, work, relationships and how often gambling occupies your thoughts.
- Step 4
Ask for support
If stopping feels difficult or sessions run on, speak with a support service.
Blocking access
Pure Casino self exclusion and blocking options
Self-exclusion creates distance from gambling. Check what each option covers, how long it lasts and how it operates.
01Provider self-exclusion
Contact Pure Casino support about account closure, self-exclusion or a temporary time-out, and ask about the applicable conditions.
02GAMSTOP
GAMSTOP is the United Kingdom-wide self-exclusion service for online gambling. Register directly and follow its instructions for participating accounts.
03Device and payment blocks
Ask your device or bank provider what blocking tools are available and what each one prevents.
Start with GAMSTOP to learn how United Kingdom-wide online gambling self-exclusion works.
Warning signs
Signs that gambling may be causing harm
01
Chasing losses
Continuing after a loss, increasing stakes or trying to win back money can signal a problem.
02
Financial pressure
Loans, unpaid bills or mixing essential money with gambling funds are warning signs.
03
Everyday life affected
Poor sleep, secrecy, arguments or gambling taking priority over work and relationships deserve attention.
Any of these signs is a good reason to seek support. No online page can assess or diagnose your situation. GamCare offers confidential information and support for people affected by gambling harm.
Help when you need it
Independent support for players in the United Kingdom
GamCare
GamCare provides free, confidential help through the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133.
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GAMSTOP
GAMSTOP can help you restrict access to participating online gambling accounts across the United Kingdom.
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BeGambleAware
BeGambleAware provides information about gambling harms and available support options.
Play NowIf someone else’s gambling affects you, support is available for your own wellbeing, boundaries and finances.
Choose your next step
Take one practical action today
Speak with a counsellor
GamCare can provide free, confidential support through the National Gambling Helpline.
Contact GamCare →Create real distance
Close gambling sites, silence related alerts and choose an activity away from gambling. Support can help you decide what comes next.
Find support options →Check GAMSTOP
GAMSTOP provides United Kingdom-wide self-exclusion for online gambling. Read its conditions and register directly if it suits your needs.
Visit GAMSTOP →Look after yourself too
You can seek help when another person’s gambling affects your relationships, wellbeing or money.
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Pure Casino safer gambling questions
What should I do if gambling no longer feels manageable?
Contact Pure Casino support about available controls, account closure or self-exclusion. You can also speak confidentially with GamCare on 0808 8020 133.
Can I set limits before I play?
Ask support which deposit, loss, session or time-out controls are available on your account. A limit works best alongside regular breaks and honest conversations.
How does Pure Casino self exclusion work?
Contact Pure Casino support to ask about account closure, self-exclusion or a temporary time-out. For wider online gambling exclusion in the United Kingdom, check GAMSTOP.
Can I get help if someone else gambles?
Yes. GamCare and BeGambleAware provide information and support for people affected by another person’s gambling.
Need a conversation?
GamCare offers confidential support through the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133.
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Helpful Pure Casino information
Pure Casino responsible gambling for players in the United Kingdom
Keep gambling within comfortable boundaries
Gambling should be entertainment, not a way to manage money or solve financial problems. Before playing at Pure Casino, decide how much money and time you can comfortably spend, then treat it as entertainment rather than an investment.
Do not chase losses or raise stakes when frustrated. Take a break if gambling affects your mood, sleep, relationships, work or household finances. Pure Casino is for players aged 18+ in the United Kingdom.
Pure Casino safer gambling choices
Pure Casino offers a responsive website and browser experience with 3,000+ games. A wide choice can make longer sessions tempting, so consider setting a personal spending limit and stopping when you reach it.
Account controls can vary. Check your account area or contact 24/7 live chat and email support to ask about deposit, loss, session or time-out controls. These controls cannot guarantee profit or remove gambling risks.
Read bonus conditions carefully
The welcome offer is a 100% match up to £300 plus 50 free spins. Its minimum deposit is £10 and the offer is valid for 7 days.
The wagering requirements are separate: 35x applies to the bonus and 30x applies to the spins. Selected games, expiry conditions and other restrictions may apply, so read the current terms before depositing.
Pure Casino self exclusion and taking a break
If you cannot control your gambling, self-exclusion is a stronger step than simply lowering stakes. GAMSTOP is the United Kingdom-wide self-exclusion service for online gambling; register directly and follow its instructions.
Contact Pure Casino support about account closure, self-exclusion or a temporary time-out. During a break, do not open another account, use another device to gamble or ask someone else to gamble for you.
Where to find confidential help
GamCare provides free, confidential help through the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133. BeGambleAware also offers information about gambling harms and support options.
For urgent mental health concerns or immediate danger, contact emergency services. The UK Gambling Commission regulates gambling in Great Britain, while Pure Casino states its licence as Curaçao eGaming, Licence No. 8048/JAZ.
