Protection Tools

There are a number of practical tools available to help you limit your exposure to gambling advertising and content, and to restrict your access to gambling websites and transactions.

Social Media

If you would prefer to not see gambling content and advertising on social media, there are steps you can take to limit your exposure. This can be a very effective way to reduce exposure.

Gambling Blocking Software

There are gambling blocking services available to individuals to restrict access to gambling websites. This is a useful tool to allow you to limit your exposure and access to gambling websites, apps and related material.

Below are some third-party options for blocking services.

BetBlocker

GamBan

Bank Blocking

Gambling blocks with banks are an effective tool, particularly when combined with self-exclusion and gambling blocking software. Bank gambling blocks work by blocking transactions that are categorised as gambling whether you’re gambling online or at a physical venue.

Bank gambling blocks allow for an extra layer of safeguards to help stop yourself from gambling.

You can set up a gambling block in your mobile banking app, by calling your bank or by visiting your local branch. Some banks refer to the gambling blocks as ‘card freezes’ or ‘gambling restrictions’.