Responsible Gambling
Responsible gambling resources for US players — national and state helplines (1-800-522-4700, HOPENY, 888-ADMIT-IT), warning signs and self-exclusion tools.
Reviewed by Marcus Delgado, Casino & Payments Analyst · Fact-checked by Elena Fitzgerald · Updated July 2026 · How we test →Gambling should be fun. For most people it is — but for some it becomes a problem. Here's how to keep it under control and where to get help, fast.
Get help now
- National Problem Gambling Helpline: call or text 1-800-522-4700 — 24/7, free, confidential (NCPG)
- 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
- New York — HOPENY: 1-877-846-7369 / text 467369
- Florida: 888-ADMIT-IT (1-888-236-4848)
- Ohio: 1-800-589-9966
- Gamblers Anonymous: gamblersanonymous.org
Signs of a problem
Chasing losses; gambling with money you need for bills; hiding how much you play; feeling anxious when not gambling; borrowing to gamble. If any sound familiar, reach out today.
Tools that help
- Deposit limits — cap what you put in per day/week/month.
- Loss & wager limits — set ceilings before you start.
- Cool-off & self-exclusion — lock yourself out for a set period.
- Reality checks — timed reminders of play length.
- Blocking software — Gamban and BetBlocker block gambling sites device-wide.
Important: offshore operators are not part of US state self-exclusion programs. You must use each operator's own limit and self-exclusion tools, plus device-level blockers, to protect yourself. You must be 21+ (18+ at some operators).
Gambling Should Be Fun — Help Is Free in the US
Online casino and sports betting are entertainment, not a way to make money. If gambling is affecting you or someone you love, free and confidential support is available 24/7. Offshore operators are not part of any US state self-exclusion program, so use each site's own deposit-limit, cool-off and self-exclusion tools too.
- National Problem Gambling Helpline: call or text 1-800-522-4700 (NCPG, 24/7, confidential)
- 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
- Gamblers Anonymous: gamblersanonymous.org
21+ You must be 21 or older (18+ at some operators). Gambling winnings are taxable income under US federal law and most state laws — consult a tax professional. Oceans 18 is not a tax adviser. Every site we list verifies age and identity (KYC) before processing a withdrawal.