Sports betting should be entertainment with a budget set in advance, not a way to earn money or win back losses. Below is how to notice that control is slipping and what tools for this exist in the bet365 account itself.
Signs it is time to stop
- You bet more than you planned in order to win back losses.
- Betting occupies your thoughts at work, at school or at home.
- You borrow money or use funds set aside for household needs.
- You hide from loved ones how much time and money goes on gambling.
- After a loss you feel irritation, anxiety or an urge to deposit immediately.
If two or more points apply, it is worth taking a break and talking to someone you trust.
Control tools in the bet365 account area
In the account settings section, the operator offers several limits that apply to both sports and casino:
- Deposit limit per day, week or month: a decrease takes effect immediately, an increase only after a delay.
- Reality check: a window that, at a set interval, shows how long you have been in the session.
- Time-out: the account is blocked for a short period, from a day to several weeks.
- Self-exclusion: access is closed for a long period with no option to cancel it early.
21 in Ukraine
bet365's British rules allow players from 18, but Ukrainian law sets the threshold at 21. We follow the Ukrainian one: if you are not yet 21, do not register. We advise parents to turn on parental controls on devices their children use.
A few rules for your own bankroll
- Set a monthly amount before your first bet and do not deposit beyond it.
- Do not bet when drunk, tired or under strong emotions.
- Do not treat Bet Credits and free bets as "free money": they come with terms and deadlines.
- Take breaks: live betting pulls you in especially quickly.
Who can help
Anonymous support is provided by Gamblers Anonymous groups, which hold meetings in many Ukrainian cities and online. You can also turn to a psychotherapist who works with addictions, or to bet365 support with a request to close your account; the operator is obliged to fulfil such a request.