Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Original Garage Doors, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming. Online casino gaming should only ever be considered as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the cinema or playing sports. It should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems.
We encourage all our visitors to gamble within their means and to seek help if they feel their gaming is becoming problematic.
Age Verification
Online casino gaming is strictly for adults only. In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in any form of gambling.
We take age verification seriously and all licensed operators are required by law to verify the age and identity of players before allowing them to deposit funds or play.
If you are under 18, please do not attempt to gamble.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Be aware of these common warning signs that your gambling may be becoming problematic:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Spending more time or money on gambling than you intended
- Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to cut down or stop gambling
- Borrowing money to fund your gambling
- Neglecting work, education, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Using gambling as a way to escape problems or relieve stress
- Lying about how much time or money you spend gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
- Feeling unable to control your gambling despite wanting to
If you recognise any of these signs in your own behaviour, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable online casinos offer the following tools to help you manage your gaming responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of losses you are willing to accept before stopping play
- Reality Checks: Receive regular pop-up reminders during gameplay showing how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time Limits: Set a maximum duration for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing casino accounts
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
We recommend making full use of these tools when you sign up with any casino operator.
Support Organisations and Resources
If you are struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling, support and information
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential) - GamStop – National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Allows you to self-exclude from all licensed UK online casinos simultaneously - National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist treatment
Website: www.cnwl.nhs.uk
International Support Services
- Australia – Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - United States – National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Website: www.bzga.de
If You Need Help
Remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
If you feel that your gambling is becoming a problem, or if someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above. They provide free, confidential advice and can help you regain control.
You can also speak to your GP (General Practitioner) or contact your local health services for additional support.
Do not suffer in silence – help is available right now.
Further Information
For more information about responsible gaming practices and player protection, you may wish to consult:
- The UK Gambling Commission (www.gamblingcommission.gov.uk)
- The Gambling Therapy Network (www.gamblingtherapy.org)