GAMSTOP explained
GAMSTOP is the free national scheme that blocks you from every UK-licensed gambling site.
By Ryan Jessop. Last checked .
Key takeaways
- Free.
- 6 months, 1 year or 5 years.
- Covers every UK-licensed online operator.
- Cannot be ended early.
In brief: Register free at gamstop.co.uk, choose a period, and every UK-licensed gambling site must block you.
How it works
- Register with your details.
- Choose 6 months, 1 year or 5 years.
- Operators check new sign-ups and logins against the list.
- Access is blocked until the period ends and you ask to be removed.
Against single-casino exclusion
| Feature | One casino | GAMSTOP |
|---|---|---|
| Covers | That operator | All UK-licensed online operators |
| Set up | In your account | At gamstop.co.uk |
| Minimum | Six months | Six months |
Other tools
- Deposit limits.
- Time-outs.
- Bank gambling blocks.
- Blocking software.
"Not on GAMSTOP"
Sites advertising this are not licensed in Britain. We list none.
More: non-UK casinos: the risks.
Support
National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133. Safer gambling.
More guides: How to sign up at an online casino and How to complain about a casino.
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Registering
You give your name, date of birth, addresses, email addresses and phone numbers so operators can match you. It can take up to 24 hours to take full effect. Keep the details current if you move or change email.
When the period ends
The exclusion stays until you contact GAMSTOP to remove it, and a short wait applies. Many people renew instead.
At our five casinos
All five take part, as every UK-licensed operator must. Their own deposit limits and time-outs are covered in the budget guide.
Related guides: UK casino licences explained and Online gambling in the UK.
Wider reading: Online gambling in the UK, Non-UK casinos: the risks, Top rated online casinos UK and Best payout casinos UK.
Offer terms dated 5 October 2026, from each casino's published conditions. Other casino details are reported by independent reviews. How we check. 18+. Free help: 0808 8020 133 or safer gambling.
Frequently asked questions
What is GAMSTOP?
The national online self-exclusion scheme.
How long does it last?
6 months, 1 year or 5 years.
Can I cancel early?
No.
Is it free?
Yes.