Responsible Gambling

Betting should be entertainment, never a way to make a living or to solve money problems. This page collects practical habits that keep it that way — and the places to turn if it stops being fun.

Our commitment

• We publish every result — wins and losses — so our track record is never cherry-picked.
• We recommend unit-based staking: small, consistent stakes sized to a budget you set in advance, never chasing losses with bigger bets.
• We never promise profits. Anyone who does is not being honest with you.
• Our service is strictly 18+.

Habits that keep betting safe

• Decide a monthly betting budget you can comfortably afford to lose — and stop when it's gone.
• Never chase losses. A losing run does not make the next bet more likely to win.
• Set deposit limits with your bookmaker — every UK-licensed bookmaker offers them.
• Don't bet when upset, bored or under the influence.
• Keep betting money separate from money for bills, rent or family.
• Take regular breaks; betting every day is a warning sign in itself.

Warning signs

Consider getting support if you recognise any of these:

• Betting more than you planned, or with money you need for essentials.
• Chasing losses or borrowing money to bet.
• Hiding your betting from people close to you.
• Feeling anxious, guilty or irritable about betting — or when trying to stop.
• Gambling to escape problems or low moods.

Free, confidential help

• National Gambling Helpline (GamCare) — call 0808 8020 133, free, 24/7, or visit gamcare.org.uk.
• BeGambleAware — advice, self-assessment tools and support at begambleaware.org.
• GAMSTOP — free self-exclusion from all UK-licensed online gambling sites at gamstop.co.uk.
• Gamblers Anonymous — local and online meetings at gamblersanonymous.org.uk.
• Blocking software — tools like Gamban block gambling sites and apps across your devices.

If betting has stopped feeling like entertainment, please also consider cancelling your ProMatchTips subscription from your Account page — no tips service, ours included, should be part of a problem.