At sidebets.co, we believe gambling should be fun — and for most people, it is. But we also know that for some, it can become a problem. This page exists to help.
Know the Signs
Gambling may be becoming a problem if you:
- Spend more money or time gambling than you intended
- Chase losses by betting more to try to win back what you lost
- Hide your gambling from family or friends
- Borrow money or sell belongings to fund gambling
- Feel anxious, irritable, or depressed when you are not gambling
- Gamble to escape stress, anxiety, or other problems
Set Limits Before You Play
- Deposit limits — cap how much you can add per day, week, or month
- Loss limits — stop playing once you hit a set amount
- Session limits — limit how long you play in one sitting
- Self-exclusion — voluntarily block yourself from a platform for a set period or permanently
- Reality checks — timed reminders of how long you have been playing
Get Help — Free and Confidential
National Problem Gambling Helpline
📞 1-800-522-4700 | 24/7 | Free | Confidential
🌐 ncpgambling.org
Gamblers Anonymous
🌐 gamblersanonymous.org — Peer support groups nationwide
Our Policy
- We do not market to minors (18+ only, 21+ in some states)
- We do not encourage chasing losses
- We do not promote gambling as a solution to financial problems
- We link to responsible gambling resources on every review page
If you are concerned about your gambling, help is available. Call 1-800-522-4700 — free, confidential, 24/7.