Responsible Gambling
Gambling should always be fun and never a way to make money. At TopFreeSpins, we take responsible gambling seriously and encourage all our readers to gamble within their means.
Set Time Limits
Decide in advance how long you'll play and stick to it. Take regular breaks.
Set Money Limits
Only gamble with money you can afford to lose. Never chase your losses.
Keep It Fun
Gambling is entertainment. If it stops being enjoyable, stop playing.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
- Spending more time or money on gambling than you can afford
- Finding it hard to manage or stop gambling
- Having arguments with family or friends about money and gambling
- Losing interest in usual activities or hobbies
- Always thinking or talking about gambling
- Lying about gambling or hiding it from others
- Chasing losses or gambling to get out of financial trouble
- Gambling until all your money is gone
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help using the resources below.
Help and self-exclusion in Germany, Denmark, France and Bulgaria
Most of our readers come from these four countries, so here are the national helplines and self-exclusion registers. The helplines are free or charged at the normal rate, and the advice is confidential. Contact details checked on 7 November 2026.
Germany
- Free gambling helpline (BIÖG, formerly BZgA): 0800 1 37 27 00Mon-Thu 10:00-22:00, Fri-Sun 10:00-18:00, free of charge
- Self-test and online programme: check-dein-spiel.de
OASIS is the national player blocking system. You can request a self-exclusion from any licensed German provider or apply directly to the Regierungspräsidium Darmstadt, also online. The minimum period is three months; without a stated period the block runs for one year, and it only ends after you apply in writing to lift it.
Denmark
- StopSpillet, the Danish Gambling Authority's helpline: +45 70 22 28 25
- Center for Ludomani (treatment): 70 11 18 10
ROFUS is the national self-exclusion register run by Spillemyndigheden. You can choose a 24-hour break, 1, 3 or 6 months, or permanent exclusion. It covers Danish-licensed online gambling, land-based casinos and betting shops. Official register
France
- Joueurs Info Service: 09 74 75 13 138:00-2:00, 7 days a week, not a premium-rate number
The voluntary gambling ban (interdiction volontaire de jeux) is requested online from the ANJ. It lasts at least three years and blocks casinos, FDJ and PMU player accounts and every ANJ-approved betting and poker site. Official register
Bulgaria
- National Revenue Agency (NRA), gambling regulator: nra.bg
The NRA keeps the national self-exclusion register. Since 27 March 2025 the minimum period is one year. You can apply online or at an NRA office, and licensed Bulgarian operators must refuse registered players.
UK and international support
BeGambleAware (UK)
Free, confidential help and support for problem gambling in Great Britain.
GamCare
Support, information, and counselling for problem gamblers in the UK.
Gamblers Anonymous
A fellowship of people who share their experience and recovery from compulsive gambling, with meetings in many countries.
GamStop
Free self-exclusion scheme for UK-licensed online gambling operators.
Why national self-exclusion may not block offshore casinos
OASIS, ROFUS, the ANJ ban and the NRA register only bind operators licensed in that country. Most casinos we review hold a Curaçao or Anjouan licence instead, and they do not check these registers. If you have excluded yourself at home, an offshore casino will usually still let you open an account. Our reviews say clearly when a casino has no local licence in your country.
If you want a block that also covers offshore sites, combine the national register with these steps:
- • Ask your bank about a gambling block on your card. Many banks let you switch it on in the app.
- • Install blocking software such as BetBlocker or Gamban on every phone and computer you use.
- • Use the self-exclusion or limit tools inside each casino account you already have, and ask support to close the account.
- • Avoid crypto deposits if you are trying to stop, because card and bank blocks do not cover them.
How TopFreeSpins handles responsible gambling
Every casino review notes which responsible gambling tools the casino offers and flags it when deposit limits or self-exclusion are only available through customer support. Responsible gambling tools are part of the licensing and safety score in our rating method. We also explain bonus terms such as wagering, max bet rules and win caps in plain words, because misunderstood terms are a common reason players keep depositing to chase a bonus. See our guide to casino bonus terms, check what a bonus really asks of you with the wagering calculator, and read how to choose a safe online casino before you deposit anywhere.
Our site is only for adults aged 18 or over, or the legal gambling age in your country if it is higher. No casino can pay for a higher rating, as explained on our About page.
Self-exclusion and limit tools at the casino
Most casinos let you block your own access for a set period from your account or through support. Look for these tools before you sign up, and set limits on the first day rather than after a bad session:
- • Deposit limits (daily, weekly, monthly)
- • Loss limits and session time limits
- • Cooling-off periods (24 hours to 6 months)
- • Permanent self-exclusion
- • Reality check notifications during play
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling:
Germany 0800 1 37 27 00 · Denmark +45 70 22 28 25 · France 09 74 75 13 13
UK: National Gambling Helpline 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7)