Keep it light

Why this page exists

Even with nothing at stake, slot-style games are designed to be absorbing. We think it's fair to say that plainly and to give you a few simple ways to keep play in proportion.

Taking a break

• Decide how long you'll play before you start, and stop when that time is up, whatever the reels are doing.
• Step away after a long run of spins, win or lose. Stretch, get some water, look at something far away.
• Don't play when you're tired, upset or looking for a way to change your mood.
• Keep play as one small part of a day that has plenty of other things in it.
• If you notice you're thinking about the game when you'd rather not be, take a longer pause. Closing the tab is enough — nothing is saved and nothing is waiting for you.

Signs to take seriously

Consider stepping back, and talking to someone you trust, if play starts to crowd out sleep, work, study or time with other people; if you feel restless or irritable when you're not playing; or if a free game has started to make you curious about gambling with real money.

Getting support

Because we welcome visitors from many places, we don't point to one national service. Wherever you are, local health services, a doctor, or a recognised gambling-support organisation in your area can offer confidential help. Searching for gambling support together with the name of your region is a good place to start.

Keeping minors out

Our content is intended for adults. If you share a device with young people, consider using the parental controls built into your operating system or browser to limit access to sites like this one.

Questions about any of this? Write to us through the support page.