Responsible Gambling

At Viridistore, we believe that gambling should always be a form of entertainment — never a way to make money or escape problems. We are committed to promoting responsible gambling and providing resources to help those who may be struggling.

Gambling: Know the Risks

All forms of gambling carry an inherent risk of financial loss. The odds are always in the house's favour. Understanding this fundamental truth is the foundation of responsible gambling:

• Set a budget — Only gamble with money you can afford to lose. Never use rent, food, or bill money.
• Set time limits — Decide in advance how long you'll play and stick to it.
• Never chase losses — Trying to win back losses almost always leads to larger losses.
• Don't gamble under the influence — Alcohol and stress impair decision-making.
• Balance gambling with other activities — Keep it as one small part of your life, not the focus.

Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Warning signs include:

• Spending more time or money gambling than intended
• Feeling the need to gamble with increasing amounts to get the same excitement
• Becoming restless or irritable when trying to cut down or stop
• Gambling to escape problems or relieve feelings of anxiety, depression, or guilt
• Lying to family members or others about gambling activity
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
• Jeopardising a job, relationship, or educational opportunity because of gambling

Self-Exclusion Tools

All UKGC-licensed operators are required to offer self-exclusion options. You can also exclude yourself across multiple platforms simultaneously:

• GamStop — gamstop.co.uk — Free national self-exclusion scheme covering all UK-licensed sites. A single registration blocks you from all participating operators for 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years.

Free Support & Resources

Tools Offered by UKGC-Licensed Operators

All operators featured on Viridistore hold a valid UKGC licence, which requires them to offer the following responsible gambling tools:

• Deposit limits — Set daily, weekly, or monthly caps on how much you deposit
• Loss limits — Restrict how much you can lose in a given period
• Session time limits & reality checks — Receive reminders of how long you've been playing
• Cooling-off periods — Take a short break from 24 hours to several weeks
• Self-exclusion — Block your account for 6 months or longer

Our Commitment

Viridistore will never market to individuals who have self-excluded. We do not condone unlicensed gambling. All operators reviewed on this site must offer the responsible gambling tools listed above as a condition of inclusion. If you notice that an operator is failing to meet these standards, please contact us.