Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Strategy
At Kit Cat Club, we believe sports betting on Betfair should be an enjoyable form of entertainment. Betting should never be viewed as a way to make money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Always gamble only with money you can afford to lose, and never chase losses or bet more than you initially planned.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to use Betfair and place bets in the United Kingdom. If you are under 18, you must not access betting services. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding or lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or studies due to gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, depression, or other negative emotions
- Feeling unable to control or reduce your gambling
- Experiencing irritability or anxiety when trying to stop or cut back
- Needing to gamble with larger amounts to get the same excitement
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
- Relationship problems caused by your gambling habits
If you recognise these signs in yourself or someone you know, please reach out for help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features
Both Kit Cat Club and Betfair offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a chosen timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose over a specific period
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications at regular intervals reminding you how long you've been gambling and how much you've wagered
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a set period of time
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account if you need a break from gambling
- Account Closure: Permanently close your betting account if you decide to stop gambling
We encourage you to use these tools as part of your responsible gambling strategy. Visit your Betfair account settings to activate these features.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you are struggling with gambling or suspect you may have a problem, the following organisations offer free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
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GamCare – Free, confidential support for problem gamblers and their families
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) -
GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling in Great Britain
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Register to self-exclude from all licensed online gambling operators -
Gamblers Anonymous – Free peer support groups across the UK
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk -
National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS specialist treatment service
Website: www.cnwl.nhs.uk
International Resources
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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
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 -
Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Website: www.bzga.de
Telephone Counselling: 0800 1372700
Need Help? Reach Out Today
If you or someone you care about is struggling with gambling, please don't hesitate to seek support. Problem gambling is a recognised health condition, and help is available. There is no shame in asking for assistance — thousands of people recover from gambling problems every year with proper support.
Contact one of the organisations listed above to speak confidentially with a trained advisor. Your call is free and could be the first step towards recovery.
Remember: You are not alone, and help is just a phone call or click away.