Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income

At ar-gan.co.uk, we believe gambling should only ever be seen as a form of entertainment – similar to going to the cinema or theatre. It should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set limits before you play.

Age Verification

By using ar-gan.co.uk, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher. Gambling is strictly prohibited for under-18s in the United Kingdom. If you are under 18, please do not access any gambling services.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following signs in your behaviour, you may be developing a gambling problem:

• Chasing losses – trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
• Gambling with money meant for essentials (rent, bills, food)
• Hiding your gambling habits from family, friends, or partners
• Spending more time or money gambling than intended
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to cut down
• Lying about the amount of time or money you've spent gambling
• Borrowing money to gamble or cover gambling debts
• Neglecting work, school, hobbies, or relationships due to gambling
• Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to feel the same excitement
• Gambling to escape problems or negative emotions

If you recognise these signs, help is available and recovery is possible.

Self-Help Tools & Player Protection

Many gambling operators and support services offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a day, week, or month
• Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose in a given period
• Reality Checks: Receive time-based reminders while playing to help you stay aware
• Session Timers: Set alerts after a certain amount of time spent gambling
• Self-Exclusion: Take a break from gambling by excluding yourself from casino sites (see GamStop below)
• Account Restrictions: Ask operators to limit your access or block your account temporarily

Always use these tools proactively to maintain control of your gambling.

Support Organisations & Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, confidential help is available:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free confidential counselling and support
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential)
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Register yourself with all UK-licensed operators in one step
• National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist treatment
  Website: www.cnwl.nhs.uk

International Resources

• 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
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  www.bzga.de

If You Need Help

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Reaching out for support is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're worried about yourself or someone else, please contact one of the organisations listed above.

Remember: recovery is possible, and help is confidential, free, and available 24/7.

Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, stop gambling and seek help immediately.

Our Commitment

ar-gan.co.uk is committed to promoting responsible gambling. We encourage all players to use the safety tools provided by licensed operators, to set personal limits, and to seek help if they develop gambling-related problems. We support all UK regulations and work with GamCare and other responsible gambling organisations to protect our users.