At spinbob1.com we write about an online casino, so we take safer gambling seriously. Spinbob is for adults aged 18+ only, and every bet should come from money you can afford to lose. Gambling is never a way to make money, pay bills or recover losses — the house always has an edge over time. If gambling stops being fun, it is time to stop.
This page covers how to spot the warning signs, how to use the safer gambling tools inside your Spinbob account, how to block gambling across all sites, and where to get free support in the UK.
A quick check-in: how is your gambling?
Before reading on, it can help to take an honest look at your own habits. The short self-assessment below is based on the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI), a standard set of nine questions used by researchers and support services. Answer for the last 12 months. It is a screening tool, not a diagnosis — it can highlight risk, but only a trained professional can assess your situation properly. Whatever your score, if you are worried, talking to someone at the National Gambling Helpline is a good next step.
Gambling self-assessment
Thinking about the last 12 months, answer each question honestly. Your answers stay in your browser — nothing is sent or stored.
Warning signs to watch for
Problem gambling rarely happens overnight. Look out for these signs in yourself or someone close to you:
- Chasing losses — gambling more, or for longer, to win back what you have lost.
- Spending more than you planned, or needing to bet bigger amounts to feel the same excitement.
- Borrowing money, using savings or selling things to fund gambling.
- Hiding or lying about how much time or money you spend.
- Gambling to escape stress, boredom, loneliness or low mood.
- Feeling restless or irritable when you try to cut back.
- Neglecting work, study, sleep, family or friends.
- Arguments about money or gambling at home.
If several of these sound familiar, use the tools below and consider talking to one of the support services listed further down. Reaching out early makes a real difference.
Spinbob’s safer gambling tools
Spinbob offers a set of controls inside your account. Set them before you play, while you are calm and thinking clearly — not mid-session. Look for the safer or responsible gambling section in your account settings; if you cannot find a tool, Spinbob’s 24/7 live chat can apply it for you. Our login guide shows how to get into your account.
| Tool | What it does | Options |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit limits | Caps how much you can deposit | Daily, weekly or monthly |
| Loss limits | Caps how much you can lose over a period | Set your own amount |
| Reality checks | Pop-up reminders showing how long you have been playing | Choose the interval |
| Time-out | Locks your account for a short break | 24 hours to 6 weeks |
| Self-exclusion | Closes your account for a long period | 6 months to 5 years |
| Account history | Shows your deposits, withdrawals and play | Available any time |
How to set a deposit or loss limit
- Log in to Spinbob and open My Account.
- Go to the safer or responsible gambling settings.
- Choose Deposit limit or Loss limit, then pick daily, weekly or monthly.
- Enter an amount you could comfortably lose without affecting bills or savings.
- Save. Lowering a limit normally applies straight away; raising or removing one usually comes with a cooling-off period so the decision is not made on impulse.
A good rule of thumb: set your monthly deposit limit when you first register, before you claim any Spinbob bonus.
Reality checks
Reality checks interrupt your session at the interval you choose and show how long you have been playing and your net position. When one appears, take it seriously: stop, look at the numbers and decide whether to carry on.
Time-out
A time-out locks your account for anywhere from 24 hours to 6 weeks. It is useful after a bad session, during a stressful time, or if you just want a break. You cannot reverse it before it ends.
Self-exclusion
If you feel you need to stop, self-exclusion closes your Spinbob account for 6 months to 5 years. During that time you cannot log in, deposit or play, and you should not receive marketing. It cannot be cancelled early. Any remaining balance can be withdrawn — see our withdrawal guide. If you are self-excluded and find your account restricted, our account blocked guide explains why.
Excluding from one site is not enough
Self-excluding at Spinbob only covers Spinbob. To block yourself from all British-licensed gambling websites and apps at once, register with GAMSTOP as well.
GAMSTOP: block all UK-licensed sites at once
GAMSTOP (gamstop.co.uk) is the free national online self-exclusion scheme. Online gambling businesses licensed in Great Britain must take part. You register once with your details, choose a period (6 months, 1 year or 5 years), and participating operators must block you. Check the licence details shown in the Spinbob footer — UK players should look for a UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) licence, which comes with GAMSTOP participation.
Registration takes a few minutes online. Like operator self-exclusion, it cannot be undone early.
Blocking software and bank gambling blocks
Self-exclusion works best alongside practical barriers:
- Gambling-blocking software — free and paid tools are available that stop gambling websites and apps loading on your phone, tablet and computer. GamCare and BeGambleAware can point you to options.
- Bank gambling blocks — most major UK banks and card providers let you block gambling transactions on your debit card, usually with a toggle in the banking app. Turning the block off normally involves a cooling-off delay, which gives you time to reconsider.
- Credit cards — these cannot be used for gambling in the UK, a ban in place since April 2020. Spinbob does not accept them. See Spinbob payments.
- Remove saved details — delete stored cards and e-wallet logins from your devices and turn off marketing emails and texts.
Where to get help in the UK
All of the following are real, free or low-cost UK services:
- National Gambling Helpline (GamCare) — call 0808 8020 133, free, confidential and open 24/7. Live chat and treatment information at gamcare.org.uk.
- BeGambleAware / GambleAware — advice, self-help tools and treatment information at begambleaware.org.
- Gamblers Anonymous UK — peer support meetings across the country, details at gamblersanonymous.org.uk.
- GAMSTOP — national self-exclusion at gamstop.co.uk.
- Citizens Advice — free, impartial help if gambling has led to debt, including dealing with creditors and budgeting.
If you are ever in crisis or feel unsafe, contact emergency services on 999.
Help for family and friends
Gambling harm affects the people around the gambler too. If you are worried about a partner, parent, child or friend:
- Talk calmly, at a time when they have not just been gambling. Focus on how their behaviour affects you, rather than blaming.
- Protect your own finances — separate accounts, remove joint access to credit and keep important documents safe.
- Don’t pay off their debts without a plan; it can make the cycle continue. Citizens Advice can help you understand your options.
- Get support for yourself. GamCare’s helpline on 0808 8020 133 is open to affected others, and GamFam offers peer support for families affected by a loved one’s gambling.
Our commitment
We only recommend gambling as a paid-for form of entertainment, never as income. Our Spinbob bonus guides always explain terms honestly, and we will never promise winnings. If you have a question about using these tools at Spinbob, our support page explains how to reach the casino’s live chat. 18+ only. Please gamble responsibly.
