Get help now
National Problem Gambling Helpline
Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER, any time. It is free and confidential, run with the National Council on Problem Gambling (ncpgambling.org).
Gamblers Anonymous (gamblersanonymous.org) runs free meetings across the US and online.
Warning signs
- Loading more credits to win back losses
- Hiding play or spending from family
- Borrowing money or missing bills to play
- Feeling restless or irritable when not playing
Set your own limits
- Pick a weekly budget and pay it from a separate account.
- Set a session timer on your phone.
- Use your bank's gambling block if it offers one.
- Install blocking software such as Gamban or BetBlocker.
Keep minors off
Sideloaded apps have no age checks. Lock your phone, and use Screen Time or Google Family Link on shared devices.