Last verified: July 12, 2026
CasinoGone is an informational archive and does not accept wagers, but everything we document is gambling, and some readers arrive here because gambling has caused them harm – often after losing access to money held by a site that closed. If gambling is no longer something you control, the services below are free, confidential and available now.
Legal gambling ages vary by jurisdiction: 18 or 21 in most places, and set by province or state in some countries. Every organisation listed here can advise you regardless of where you played.
United Kingdom (18+)
- BeGambleAware – free advice and the 24-hour National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133. begambleaware.org
- GamCare – support, counselling and treatment for anyone affected by gambling. gamcare.org.uk
- GAMSTOP – free self-exclusion from all UK-licensed gambling websites and apps. gamstop.co.uk
United States (21+ in most states, 18+ in some)
- 1-800-GAMBLER – the national problem gambling helpline, available 24/7 by phone, text and chat.
- National Council on Problem Gambling – helpline 1-800-522-4700 and state-by-state resources. ncpgambling.org
- Gamblers Anonymous – free peer support meetings across the country. gamblersanonymous.org
Australia (18+)
- Gambling Help Online – free 24/7 support on 1800 858 858, plus chat and self-help tools. gamblinghelponline.org.au
Canada (18+ or 19+ depending on province)
- ConnexOntario – free 24/7 mental health, addiction and problem gambling support for Ontario. connexontario.ca
- Other provinces run their own gambling support services; your provincial health service can direct you to the local programme.
New Zealand (20+ casinos, 18+ betting)
- Gambling Helpline NZ – free 24/7 support on 0800 654 655, or text 8006. gamblinghelpline.co.nz
If you are in immediate distress, contact your local emergency services. Every helpline listed on this page is free and confidential.