Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

We are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never chase your losses.

At ardsdiscos.co.uk, we encourage all players to gamble responsibly and within their means.

Age Verification

All players must be 18 years of age or older to use our services. This is a legal requirement in the United Kingdom. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity at any time.

If you are under 18, please do not attempt to gamble on our platform. Gambling at a young age can be harmful to your development and financial wellbeing.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Below is a checklist of warning signs to help you identify if your gambling habits may be becoming problematic:

• Spending more money or time gambling than you intended
• Feeling the need to bet with increasing amounts of money to get the same excitement
• Repeatedly trying to cut back or stop gambling, but failing to do so
• Becoming restless or irritable when trying to reduce gambling
• Gambling to escape problems, relieve stress, or manage negative emotions
• Chasing losses by returning to gamble more to recover money lost
• Lying to family, friends, or others about the extent of your gambling
• Jeopardising or losing relationships, education, or job opportunities due to gambling
• Relying on others to provide money to cover gambling losses
• Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
• Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
• Feeling guilty or ashamed about your gambling behaviour

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please reach out for help immediately.

Self-Help Tools and Controls

We provide a range of tools to help you maintain control over your gambling:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose over a specified period
• Reality Checks: Receive regular pop-up reminders during your gaming sessions about how long you have been playing
• Session Time Limits: Set a maximum duration for your gaming sessions
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing our platform

If you would like to use any of these tools, please contact our customer support team or visit your account settings.

Support Organisations

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please contact one of the following organisations:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free counselling and support for problem gamblers
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7)
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Telephone: 0800 195 8900
• National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded treatment service
  Website: www.cnwl.nhs.uk

International Support

• Australia – Gambling Help Online
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
• United States – National Council on Problem Gambling
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
• Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Website: www.bzga.de

If You Need Help

If you are experiencing problems with gambling, please do not hesitate to seek help. Problem gambling is a serious issue, but support and recovery are possible.

Reach out to one of the organisations listed above today. They provide free, confidential, and non-judgmental support to help you regain control.

Remember: asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You do not have to face this alone.