Responsible Gambling

At PickGenius, we believe in providing quality football analysis while promoting safe and responsible gambling practices. Gambling should be fun—not a source of stress or financial hardship.

18+ Only - You must be 18 or over to use this service

Important Reminder

Our picks and analysis are for entertainment and informational purposes only. Football outcomes are unpredictable, and past performance does not guarantee future results. We provide statistical analysis—not guaranteed winners. Never bet more than you can afford to lose.

Gambling Responsibly

Here are some key principles to help you gamble responsibly:

💰 Set a Budget

Decide how much you can afford to lose before you start. Never gamble with money you need for bills, rent, or essentials.

⏰ Set Time Limits

Limit the time you spend gambling. Use timers or reminders to help you stick to your limits.

🚫 Never Chase Losses

If you lose, don't try to win it back by gambling more. Accept the loss and walk away.

🎯 Gamble for Fun

Treat gambling as entertainment, not as a way to make money. The house always has an edge.

🍺 Avoid Alcohol

Don't gamble when you're under the influence of alcohol or drugs—it impairs judgment.

⚖️ Keep Balance

Don't let gambling interfere with work, relationships, or other important parts of your life.

Signs of Problem Gambling

Gambling can become a problem when it negatively affects your life. Ask yourself these questions:

Do you recognize any of these behaviours?

Spending more money on gambling than you can afford

Gambling with money meant for bills or necessities

Chasing losses—gambling more to try to win back money you've lost

Lying to family or friends about how much you gamble

Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut down on gambling

Gambling to escape problems or relieve feelings of anxiety or depression

Neglecting work, education, or family responsibilities because of gambling

Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling

Having thoughts of self-harm related to gambling losses

            If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you may be at risk of problem gambling. Please reach out to one of the support organizations below—they are free, confidential, and available to help.
        

Get Help

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, free, confidential support is available:

UK Gambling Support Services

National Gambling Helpline

0808 8020 133

gamcare.org.uk

Free, 24/7 support

GamCare

Chat Online

Start Live Chat

Available daily 8am-midnight

BeGambleAware

Tools & Advice

begambleaware.org

Self-help tools & resources

Gambling Therapy

Global Support

gamblingtherapy.org

Free online support worldwide

Self-Exclusion Tools

If you want to take a break from gambling, you can use these free self-exclusion services:

GAMSTOP: gamstop.co.uk - Free scheme to self-exclude from all UK-licensed gambling websites for 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years
Betting Shop Self-Exclusion: Available at all licensed betting shops in the UK
Bank Card Blocking: Many UK banks now offer the option to block gambling transactions on your debit card

For Friends and Family

If you're concerned about someone else's gambling:

Talk to them openly and without judgment
Avoid lending them money
Don't cover up their gambling or make excuses for them
Take care of your own wellbeing
Seek support for yourself—GamCare offers family support

Our Commitment

PickGenius is committed to responsible gambling:

We require all users to be 18+
We never encourage gambling beyond your means
We prominently display responsible gambling information
We provide clear disclaimers that predictions are not guaranteed
We support the work of gambling support organizations

            Remember: Gambling should be enjoyable. If it stops being fun, it's time to stop. There's no shame in asking for help.
        