Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Mystake, we believe gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It should never be viewed as a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or generate income. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
If you're visiting from fossilfreedorset.org.uk, we encourage you to read this entire section before engaging with any gaming content.
Age Verification
Online gambling in the UK is strictly regulated. You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in any form of gambling or gaming. Mystake does not permit access to anyone under the legal gambling age.
If you are under 18, please do not proceed. It is illegal for minors to gamble online in the United Kingdom.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please review the following checklist. If you identify with any of these warning signs, seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses — Gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding gambling activity — Concealing the extent of your gambling from family or friends
- Losing track of time or money — Spending more time or money than you intended
- Gambling with money needed for essentials — Using rent, bills, or food money to gamble
- Neglecting responsibilities — Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling — Experiencing withdrawal-like symptoms
- Increasing stakes — Needing to bet more money to achieve the same excitement
- Failed attempts to stop or cut back — Unable to control your gambling habits
- Borrowing money to gamble — Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling
- Relationship or work problems — Gambling is affecting your personal or professional life
If you experience any of these signs, please reach out to a support organization listed below.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Mystake provides several tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits — Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a specific period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits — Cap the amount of money you're willing to lose within a given timeframe
- Reality Checks — Receive regular notifications about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits — Set a maximum duration for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion — Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your account
We encourage you to use these features proactively. You can adjust your settings at any time through your account preferences.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organizations provide free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free counselling and support service
www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential) - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk - National Problem Gambling Clinic — NHS service for treatment and support
Phone: 0203 228 0000
International Support
- Australia: Gambling Help Online
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org - United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Telefonberatung: 0800 1 372 374
Seek Help Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help. There is no shame in asking for support.
Organizations listed above are staffed by trained professionals who can provide confidential advice, treatment options, and ongoing support. Many services are completely free and available 24/7.
Remember: Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and recovery is possible with the right support.