Human & External Gambling Support
Use this directory when you want support from another person, service or recovery organization. If you feel at risk of gambling right now, start with Help Now.
United States
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-MY-RESET. The National Council on Problem Gambling says the helpline connects people to help and referrals through its national network.
United Kingdom
GamCare National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133, available 24/7. GamCare also offers live chat, WhatsApp and local-support information.
International support
Gambling Therapy offers free text-based support for people affected by gambling and can help identify local services. Gamblers Anonymous also lists in-person, virtual, telephone and international meetings.
Self-exclusion
In Great Britain, GAMSTOP is the free national online self-exclusion scheme for gambling websites and apps offered by companies licensed there. Other countries and gambling types use different schemes.
Gambling blocking resources
Blocking software can add device-level friction. BETFREE does not receive commission from Gamban, BetBlocker or GamBlock.
Family and partner support
Gam-Anon provides meetings and support for people affected by someone else’s gambling. BETFREE also has practical family tools.
Financial recovery
If gambling has affected bills, debt or access to essential money, stabilize the situation rather than trying to win the loss back.