Please Gamble Responsibly
Play smart. Play safe. Walk away when it’s no longer fun.
We believe gambling should always be a personal choice – a form of entertainment, never an escape.
If you or someone you know might be struggling, reach out to one of the helplines listed below.
Help is confidential, non-judgmental, and available 24/7.
Understanding Responsible Gambling
Gambling should be treated as entertainment, not a way to earn income. Responsible gambling means maintaining control, recognising limits, and seeking help if gambling starts to impact your wellbeing, finances, or relationships.
If you ever feel that gambling is no longer fun or is causing stress, stop immediately and contact a professional support service in your country.
Responsible Gambling Policy
At Bankless Times, we are committed to ensuring that gambling remains a safe, enjoyable, and responsible form of entertainment.
Our content aims to inform, not encourage excess — empowering users to make educated choices grounded in transparency, fairness, and player protection.
We promote a sustainable and ethical approach to online gambling. Our editorial team consists of professionals with backgrounds in gaming regulation, consumer protection, and digital compliance.
All information published on our site is independently researched and reviewed.
Global Helpline Resources
Below are trusted, confidential support services available in ten major regions where our readers are based.
United States
National Council on Problem Gambling: ncpgambling.org | Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Gamblers Anonymous: gamblersanonymous.org
United Kingdom
BeGambleAware: begambleaware.org | Helpline: 0808 8020 133
GamCare: gamcare.org.uk
Canada
Responsible Gambling Council: responsiblegambling.org | Helpline: 1-866-531-2600
Australia
Gambling Help Online: gamblinghelponline.org.au | Helpline: 1800 858 858
Lifeline Australia: lifeline.org.au
Ireland
Gambling Care: gamblingcare.ie | Helpline: 1800 936 725
New Zealand
Gambling Helpline NZ: gamblinghelpline.co.nz | Helpline: 0800 654 655
Choice Not Chance: choicenotchance.org.nz
South Africa
National Responsible Gambling Programme (NRGP): responsiblegambling.org.za
| Helpline: 0800 006 008
India
AASRA Helpline: aasra.info | Helpline: 91-9820466726
Germany
BZgA Gambling Addiction Help: spielen-mit-verantwortung.de
Tools for Safer Gambling
We strongly encourage the use of responsible gambling tools and practices, including:
- Deposit and session limits to control spending and time.
- Self-exclusion programs such as GamStop (UK) or local equivalents.
- Reality checks and break reminders within gaming platforms.
- Third-party blocking software (e.g. Gamban or BetBlocker).
- Financial monitoring tools to track gambling-related expenses.
Legal Gambling Age
You must be of legal age to gamble in your jurisdiction:
18+ in the UK, Canada, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, India, Germany, Malta, and South Africa
21+ in most parts of the United States
We do not target or permit underage individuals to access gambling content.
Editorial Integrity and Transparency
We may earn affiliate commissions from certain operators featured on our website. However, all reviews and recommendations are editorially independent and based on verified research, ensuring that commercial partnerships never influence our ratings or conclusions.
Our reviews are regularly updated to reflect licensing changes, regulatory compliance, and player safety standards in each region.
