Responsible Gambling at Magius
Start playingMost people who open this page are asking a quiet question about their own relationship with gambling. That is exactly the right reason to be here. Magius is built for entertainment, and this page is for anyone who wants to make sure it stays that way — for themselves or someone they care about.
Why responsible gambling matters
Gambling works best when it is a choice made freely, within a budget you have already decided on. The moment it starts feeling like a way to recover losses, or like something you cannot step away from, it has moved outside that frame. Recognising that shift early makes it far easier to address.
The resources and tools on this page exist for exactly that moment — not as a last resort, but as a first response.
Signs gambling is getting out of hand
The following behaviours are worth taking seriously, not as a diagnosis but as a prompt to pause:
- Chasing losses by placing larger or more frequent bets
- Gambling with money set aside for bills, rent, or food
- Feeling irritable or anxious when not gambling
- Lying to family or friends about how much time or money you spend
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
- Finding it hard to stop once you start, even when you intended to
Any one of these on its own can be a signal. Several together are a stronger one.
Questions worth asking yourself
These are not a clinical tool — they are a starting point for honest reflection:
- Do you gamble more than you originally planned, in time or money?
- Do you return another day to try to win back money you lost?
- Have you borrowed money or sold anything to fund gambling?
- Has gambling caused arguments or tension at home?
- Do you feel restless or unsettled when you try to cut back?
- Do you hide your gambling activity from the people close to you?
- Has gambling affected your work, study, or daily routine?
- Do you find yourself thinking about gambling when you are doing something else?
If you answered yes to two or more, speaking to a support organisation is a practical next step, not an overreaction.
Magius's control tools
Two tools are available to help you manage your play directly through our support team.
Self-exclusion
Self-exclusion closes your account for a period you choose. To request it, contact us at [email protected]. Once active, you will not be able to log in or place bets for the duration of the exclusion. If you need to stop playing entirely, this is the most direct route.
Taking a break
If a full self-exclusion feels like more than you need right now, you can ask to be excluded for a shorter period — a cooling-off interval that pauses your access while you step back. Contact support to arrange it; the same email address applies. Neither tool requires a lengthy process: a single message to our team is enough to start it.
Practical limits that work
Outside the formal tools above, a few habits make a measurable difference:
- Set a fixed budget before each session — decide what you can afford to lose, not what you hope to win.
- Use a timer — most phones have one built in; set it for the maximum session length you want and stop when it goes off.
- Never gamble under the influence of alcohol or when tired — decision-making suffers in both states.
- Treat winnings as a bonus, not income — plans that depend on winning will eventually cause problems.
- Take regular breaks inside a session — stepping away for five minutes resets your perspective.
Where to get help in the UK
Every organisation listed below offers free, confidential support. You do not need to be in crisis to reach out — earlier contact nearly always leads to better outcomes.
| Organisation | What they offer | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| GamCare | Counselling, online forums, the National Gambling Helpline | gamcare.org.uk · 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) |
| BeGambleAware | Information, self-assessment tools, referrals to treatment | begambleaware.org |
| GamStop | Free national self-exclusion across licensed gambling sites in the UK | gamstop.co.uk |
| Gordon Moody | Residential and online treatment programmes for severe gambling harm | gordonmoody.org.uk |
The National Gambling Helpline (0808 8020 133) is free to call at any hour, including nights and weekends. You do not need to give your name.
Blocking software
Gamban blocks access to gambling sites and apps across all devices on your network — it is one of the most thorough tools available for this purpose. BetBlocker is free, works across multiple platforms, and can be configured to block specific sites or all gambling content. Both can be installed in minutes and are worth setting up if you want a technical barrier alongside personal resolve.
Protecting minors
Access to Magius is restricted to players aged 18+. If you share a device with anyone under 18, parental-control software such as Net Nanny or Qustodio can prevent them from accessing gambling sites and apps. Setting up a separate user account on the device — without access to your browser profile — is a straightforward additional step.
If you have concerns about a young person's gambling activity, GamCare's helpline (0808 8020 133) can advise you directly.
For any questions about your account or to request a self-exclusion or cooling-off period, contact us at [email protected].
Gambling should be entertainment, not a chore.