Keep play affordable
Only spend money you can comfortably afford to lose and avoid increasing spending in an attempt to recover previous losses.
Keep perspective
Lottery jackpots can be very large, but the odds of winning the top prize are usually extremely long. Do not rely on lottery play for income or financial security.
Set personal limits
Consider setting a clear entertainment budget and taking a break if lottery play stops being enjoyable or begins affecting everyday finances.
Age restrictions
Visitors should follow the minimum age and other eligibility rules that apply to the relevant lottery and jurisdiction.
Getting help
If lottery or other gambling activity is affecting you or someone close to you, confidential information and support are available:
- GamCare: free support through the National Gambling Helpline, available 24 hours a day on 0808 8020 133, with online support at gamcare.org.uk.
- GambleAware: advice, practical tools and a local support finder at begambleaware.org.
- GAMSTOP: a free service that allows UK residents to exclude themselves from participating companies’ online gambling websites and apps at gamstop.co.uk.
Visitors outside the UK should contact an appropriate gambling-support or self-exclusion service in their own country.