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The world of online betting can be a confusing place and no mistake. If you are very new to it there is seemingly a whole new language to learn, a new way of thinking to adapt to, and brand new concepts to understand.<\/p>\nThe world of online betting can be a confusing place and no mistake. If you are very new to it there is seemingly a whole new language to learn, a new way of thinking to adapt to, and brand new concepts to understand.<\/p>\n
We were all new to it once, so don’t give up, just take it one step at a time go at your own pace. This FAQ should answer all of the most pressing questions you might have, but if there is something you want to know that you can’t find on this page then me know and i’ll write it up.<\/p>\n
Happy reading!<\/p>\n
First things first, you need to get to grips with how the industry is regulated, or you might want some reassurance that online gambling is safe or legal.<\/p>\n
The following questions should cover everything regarding the legality, safety, security, and good practice when it comes to online betting.<\/p>\n
You can search on the UKGC\u2019s website<\/a> for any bookie to find out whether they have a licence or not, and all bookmakers should all have a link to their licence at the bottom of their homepage too.<\/p>\n Offsite gambling has been legal in this country since 1960, although you have to be at least 18 in order to do it.<\/p>\n Online gambling first began in the late 90s and early 2000s, but it wasn\u2019t until the 2014 Gambling (Licensing and Advertising) Act was passed that the law focussed properly on it, and there is still work to do.<\/p>\n The main point here though, is that if you want to gamble online in this country and are of legal age then you are perfectly within your rights to do so.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n The UKGC are the organisation responsible for regulation, and they issue various different gambling licenses to companies that want to operate betting services in the UK.<\/p>\n The enforce things such as age restrictions to prevent under age gambling, responsible advertising to make sure that betting companies don\u2019t advertise in a way that could be misleading or that appeals to minors, and to handle any complaints<\/a> from customers who feel they have been treated unfairly or illegally.<\/p>\n They also check that all of the content on betting websites is fair and that it is working exactly as it is being advertised to the consumer, and that any personal details that the company holds<\/a> on its customers is properly protected.\u00a0 Betting companies also have to follow GDPR rules<\/a>.<\/p>\n eCOGRA<\/a> is another organisation that helps to regulate the industry but this is an independent not for profit business. It is highly respected and although no company is legally required to go through their safety and security regulation testing, many do to acquire their seal of approval as they are very trustworthy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Some of the UKGC\u2019s main aims are to keep crime out of gambling, to make sure gambling is fair, and to protect the vulnerable. It does this by setting strict rules and regulations that any gambling company wanting to trade in Britain must adhere to, and then polices them.<\/p>\n It is the UKGC that ultimately decides whether or not an online bookie is granted a licence to legally operate in this country, and they can issue fines<\/a> or even shut down those that abuse their position and break these rules.<\/p>\n The UKGC also reports back to the government on gambling related issues and advises them should the need arise.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Your personal data including bank details are stored safely and securely using the best encryption technology the world has to offer, so registering your card with an online sportsbook is as safe as buying from a well known online marketplace such as Amazon.<\/p>\n When it comes to the money in your account<\/a>, this should be ring fenced and kept separate from the rest of the company\u2019s funds. There are three levels of security<\/a> and each bookie must abide by at least the lowest level:<\/p>\n You can easily see what level of protection a bookie has in their terms and conditions<\/a>, usually in the Deposits and Withdrawals section.<\/p>\n Plenty of very well known bookmakers only have a basic level in place, including giants like Betfred, William Hill, and BetVictor, and not many at all have the high level.\u00a0 Read more in our deposit protection scheme<\/a> article.<\/p>\n Betting companies are not banks so the general advice is never keep large amounts of money in a betting account<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n The only organisation that can issue a licence is the UK Gambling Commission, and they can also issue fines if a company breaks some of the rules or regulations that got them their licence in the first place. They can also take it away completely in extreme circumstances.<\/p>\n In effect, the license tells the punter that the licence holder has been thoroughly checked over by the proper authorities and has shown themselves to be a fair, safe, and trustworthy business for you to do your betting with if you choose to.<\/p>\n There are different types of licences<\/a> for different situations, so it is also important that the company has the right sort of licence in place. There are many slightly different ones but the UKGC issues 3 types:<\/p>\n A premises licence from the local authority will most likely be needed as well in addition to operating and personal licences<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Therefore, if you let someone else use your betting account<\/a> you are breaching your terms and conditions as the bookmaker has no idea who is placing the bets. If you are allowing a minor to use your account you are actually breaking the law.\u00a0 Likewise you can’t place a bet for someone else<\/a>.<\/p>\n Your online betting account is for your use and your use alone, so under no circumstances should you allow anyone else to use it; not your best friend just the once, not your Mum, no one.<\/p>\n If you think someone else may have access to your account or know your login details, get them changed as quickly as possible and contact customer support.\u00a0 If someone does use your account and it is likely any winnings will be void<\/a> if the operator finds out, loses will also not be refunded.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n We have Gordon Brown to thank for this, who abolished betting duty in 2001. Even then it was the bookies themselves who were taxed rather than the punters, but they of course passed this cost on to their customers in various ways.<\/p>\n Even professional gamblers don\u2019t have to pay tax on their income, it all goes straight into their pockets.<\/p>\n This is not the case everywhere in the world so if you are UK based then count yourself lucky!<\/p>\n Saying that bookmakers are subject to a 21% point of consumption tax<\/a> which ultimately gets passed on to the customer through higher odds margins. It depends how you look at it I suppose.\u00a0 Read more in our Do You Pay Tax On Winning Bets<\/a> article.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n If you find that all of a sudden you can only make \u00a32 maximum bets, for example, this means your account has been limited.<\/p>\n Believe it or not, betting sites are allowed to do this if you are making too many successful bets<\/a>. That\u2019s right, betting companies can effectively punish successful bettors. I know it sounds like madness but it will say that they reserve the right to limit your account somewhere in their terms and conditions.<\/p>\n They may also do this if they suspect you of abusing promotions, i.e only betting when big promos are running; or if they think you are misusing your account in some way<\/a>. Another example might be if they suspect you of arbing<\/a>. This is when a punter spots that they can bet on both outcomes of an event and guarantee a return<\/a> due to the way the event has been priced.<\/p>\n The bookie may even go so far as to close your account, which again is perfectly legal. This is more likely if there is some serious mischief going on though, such as illegal activity or fraud at your end.\u00a0 Read more on our dedicated pages about why accounts get limited<\/a> and how to avoid getting your betting account closed<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n You should also keep a copy of any correspondence with them including live support chat logs. This way, if you need to take things further you have covered your bases.<\/p>\n If the issue isn\u2019t solved directly between the two of you then you can escalate things by going to the Independent Betting Adjudication Service (IBAS<\/a>) who can act to mediate a dispute.\u00a0 Bookies signed up to IBAS will respect any rulings made in your favour.\u00a0 You can read more about this on our how to make a complaint through IBAS<\/a> page.<\/p>\n The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) doesn’t deal with customer complaints, but if you want to report any serious wrong-doing that you think contravenes their license conditions then you can go direct to them. They will follow up and if the company is found to be in the wrong the UKGC will handle the case.<\/p>\n You can also see any sanctions\/fines a bookie may have been issued by the UKGC by searching for them on the UKGC website.<\/p>\n If you think a brand has mis-sold or advertised incorrectly you can report this to the Advertising Standards Agency<\/a> (ASA).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Gambling is supposed to be fun, but for some people it gets way beyond that point. Problem gambling can ruin lives so educate yourself as to how to spot the signs.<\/p>\n If you or someone you know is struggling then the information you need to get yourself some help will be below. Equally, if you want to know about precautionary measure, that is covered too.<\/p>\n Once these limits have been set, they will be locked in place for the amount of time you decided when you set them, stopping you from gambling more than you can afford to lose.<\/p>\n Alternatively, you can set yourself a time limit per session so that you are either reminded or logged out after a certain amount of time.<\/p>\n All of this can be set up from the \u201cMy Account\u201d area of the site you use (it might be called something slightly different).\u00a0 For more read our article on how to limit yourself<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n If gambling is becoming an issue for you or someone that you know then do not hesitate, seek help from one of the following:<\/p>\n There are other services available as well, but if you start with these three they will be able to advise you on where else might be a good option for you and your personal circumstances. If you have already racked up debts, for example, they can guide you to seek specialist advice on that.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n However, common factors that pop up time and again are mental health disorders, people with an alcohol problem, and people with depression.<\/p>\n Even if you don\u2019t fit into any of those three categories, if you notice any of the following symptoms you should consider seeking help – it\u2019s really nothing to be ashamed of:<\/p>\n These are not the only signs of a possible problem, so if you feel yourself losing control in some other way please do seek help.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Making sure you get the first few steps right is the name of the game for this next section’s worth of questions.<\/p>\n From the very first step of signing up, through verification, and even covering welcome offers, it’s all explained below.<\/p>\n You can also get some help with placing your first bet and making your first deposit and withdrawal.<\/p>\n Signing up to a betting site is no more difficult than signing up for anything else online really, apart from the verification stage.<\/p>\n All bookies will have a prominent \u2018Join\u2019 or \u2018Register\u2019 button on the homepage, it\u2019s often at the top right of the page or slap bang in the middle of some promotional text or banner.<\/p>\n Hit the button, and you will be taken to a short registration form where you enter your details such as name, address, email, number, etc, as well as creating a username and password.<\/p>\n After this you may have to confirm your email address but otherwise you are signed up. You might be asked to deposit or set betting limits at this point (you don\u2019t have to do either) and to verify your account (which you will have to do).<\/p>\n It\u2019s worth having a scan or photograph of some ID saved on your computer for ease, as you will need to upload this information so the bookie can verify that you are who you say you are before they allow you to gamble. A passport or driving licence and a utility bill should do it.<\/p>\n After that the floor is yours. Go forth and multiply\u2026 your account balance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n The welcome offer is a good place to start though. Virtually every online bookmaker has one, usually offering to match your first deposit or give you free bets or something like that. Have a look at a few and see what suits you, many are listed on this website.<\/a><\/p>\n Other than that, you might want to check that they have good market availability in the area you want to bet; for example, some bookies focus on horse racing whereas others don\u2019t offer it at all. The available payment methods and time frames are another key factor to consider, as are any payout caps if you tend to bet high stakes or bet a lot on outsiders.<\/p>\n Lesser considerations may be customer support methods and availability, whether or not you like the interface, and what kind of ongoing regular customer promotions they have.<\/p>\n If you have a high street bookie close to you that may be a deciding factor, and you could always ask your mates who they prefer and why.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n No need to panic though, this is not only completely normal but a legal requirement that the bookmaker needs to fulfill. It\u2019s sometimes referred to as Know Your Customer (KYC) and is their way of verifying that you are who you say you are, and preventing their services being used for illegal activities like fraud or money laundering.<\/p>\n It also serves as a way to protect vulnerable people like minors and those who have previously self-excluded using a service such as GAMSTOP, preventing underage and irresponsible gambling.<\/p>\n You might have heard about bookmakers performing credit checks, but rest assured they will only ever perform a \u2018soft check\u2019 to confirm your identity which has no impact on your credit score.<\/p>\n You might not be asked to verify immediately, but you will need to verify before you make a deposit or place a bet. This has been the law since 2019.\u00a0 Read more in depth about why you need to verify your identity to gamble<\/a>.\u00a0 If you prefer to bet anonymously there are still ways to bet without ID<\/a> too (as long as you are over 18 and look over 18).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n This will take you to a sign up or registration page and you just need to follow the instructions from there.<\/p>\n There are one or two things to double check though.<\/p>\n Firstly, if there is a code needed to activate the offer make sure you take note of it, and don\u2019t forget to enter it in the correct box as you make your way through the sign up form. If you forget, the offer might not be triggered.<\/p>\n Secondly, some offers don\u2019t have a code but do require you to \u2018opt in\u2019. This is usually just a case of checking a box a bit like when you confirm you have read the terms and conditions. Again, if you miss this step and it is required you could miss out.<\/p>\n If you do make a mistake, get in touch with customer support straight away and see if they will activate the offer for you. They may well do it \u2013 they want your business after all!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n The only way to claim it more than once would be to create multiple accounts with the same website and that is against all of the rules.\u00a0 In fact, most sites limit the number of people who can sign up<\/a> form the same household \/ I.P. address<\/a>.<\/p>\n Some people do it, but when they get caught their accounts are limited or closed, and this might even have a knock on effect with other bookies. Another bookie operating under the same umbrella company, for example, might ban you at the same time. Bookmakers talk as well, so you might even end up banned at sites that are not connected.<\/p>\n You can of course claim the regular customer offers on top of your welcome offer, but if you only ever bet using offers and\/or free bets you are likely to have your account limited. A player that never bets using their own money or using regular odds is of little value to the bookmaker.<\/p>\n You can claim welcome offers from several different websites, however, and this is perfectly acceptable.\u00a0It is also possible at some bookies to claim different welcome offers for different sections of the same site. So you might be able to claim one for the sportsbook and another for the casino, for example.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Assuming you have already created an account and verified your identity, the betting part is easy as pie.<\/p>\n Using the navigation system on your chosen website, find the sport you want to bet on, then the league or competition, and then the specific match.<\/p>\n If you want to bet on something basic like the win\/draw\/win market then you may well be able to do that without even opening event view for that specific fixture, but if you want to bet on something a little more in depth then you will need to click on the event in question.<\/p>\n It will then open in event view and display all of the different betting lines available. A lot of sites break them down into categories such as goals, popular markets, set betting, etc. and this makes it easier to find what you are looking for.<\/p>\n Once you have found the bet you fancy, just click on the odds displayed and the bet will pop up on your betslip which is usually towards the top right of the screen, or sometimes down the bottom if you are using an app.<\/p>\n Next you enter your stake, check you are happy with the potential returns, and hit confirm – or place bet in the image below. Some bookies ask for extra confirmation to ensure you haven\u2019t hit the button by mistake. That\u2019s it, your bet is placed.<\/p>\n Just be aware that if you are betting in-play the odds change frequently, so if you see a price you like don\u2019t dawdle or by the time you hit confirm it might have got shorter. You will be notified if this happens but you\u2019ll still be gutted you missed the better price.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Each book is different, but you will always find a healthy supply of football, tennis, golf, cricket, American football, darts, basketball, baseball, ice hockey, and snooker markets. Not all bookies offer horse and greyhound racing but most do.<\/p>\n You can also bet on some pretty niche sports such as bandy, sumo, futsal, chess, hurling, water polo, and e-sports. Some bookies are well known for their selection of niche markets.<\/p>\n Outside of sports you can often bet on politics right down to constituency by-elections, the results of popular TV shows and awards like the BAFTA\u2019s, and even who the next Pope or James Bond will be. The names of Royal babies tend to make for interesting reading too.<\/p>\n It\u2019s often possible to request odds<\/a> of your own if you don\u2019t see what you are looking for; for example, people have previously bet that they would lose a certain amount of weight by Christmas. Not all bookies will accommodate this but most of the bigger ones will.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Assuming you have already been through the verification process, depositing is very easy.<\/p>\n Choose your deposit method, enter your card or account details depending on the method you have chosen, select your deposit amount and hit the confirm or deposit button. Most bookies will suggest an amount but as long as it is over the minimum threshold you can deposit however much you like.<\/p>\n The company will store your details (very safely) for next time so unless you want to change the payment method or use a different card you will only have to choose your deposit amount from then on in.<\/p>\n When it comes to withdrawals things are a little different. You always have to withdraw using the same method you used to deposit<\/a>, but if you used a method like Applepay then withdrawal may not be possible. In this case, you have to withdraw via bank transfer which is usually the slowest way \u2013 ewallets<\/a> are the fastest<\/a>.<\/p>\n Navigate to \u2018banking\u2019 and select \u2018withdraw\u2019, then enter the method and the amount you want to withdraw and confirm. If the bookie has a pending period<\/a> then your withdrawal will sit in limbo until that time has passed, during which you cannot reverse the withdrawal<\/a>, but once it is processed the withdrawal is in the hands of the payment provider.<\/p>\n With some bookmakers that have a high street presence you can also deposit and withdraw in cash<\/a>.\u00a0 You do not have to have a bank account to bet online<\/a>, although you will still need to go through verification.<\/p>\n Some sites have maximum withdrawal limits per transaction, but you can make multiple transactions.\u00a0 In the past sites did have overall maximum withdrawal limits in a period of time<\/a> but these are no longer enforced due to UKGC rules.\u00a0 Instead maximum winning amounts are now more common.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Betting on the high street is on the decline and betting online is booming, which tells you all you really need to know about how most people prefer to bet.<\/p>\n However, that doesn’t mean that one is necessarily ‘better’ than the other. Betting in store might feel more old fashioned these days, but it does still have a few things going for it:<\/p>\n That last one has been a key tactic of the bookmakers when trying to reinvigorate the high street betting scene, and it’s a genuinely beneficial feature for the punter because they have complete control and flexibility of their online funds, being able to withdraw online winnings in cash<\/a> and even get access to exclusive offers.<\/p>\n Betting online has the following key benefits:<\/p>\n If you are wondering why the odds might be better online, even if we are talking about the same brand, it\u2019s because a high street bookie has overheads that the online bookie doesn\u2019t. Staff, rent, utility bills, etc. So even if you are betting at Ladbrokes, you will often find slightly better prices on their website than you will in store.\u00a0 Still, through linked card schemes it is even possible to bet online and claim winnings in store, or vice versa, claim retail winnings online<\/a>.<\/p>\n If you are someone that loves a natter then the shop will be much better for you as you can find plenty of people willing to talk sport and swap tips, and there is something about writing down your selections on the bet slip<\/a> while leafing through the paper or glancing up at the screen that you just don\u2019t get from betting online.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n It certainly helps if you are betting on something you have some personal knowledge of or at least a passing interest in, but you don\u2019t need to know how many goals Burnley\u2019s front man scored in the 2012\/13 season or anything like that.<\/p>\n The point is, if you can apply your own knowledge to the bet you are making then it is going to be an educated bet rather than an impulse bet or what some people call a mug bet<\/a>.<\/p>\n There are plenty of statistics websites available if you want to try your hand at something new, and many betting sites offer a stats service themselves so that you can do your research<\/a>. It doesn\u2019t take long to work out that Arsenal vs Forest Green is probably going to result in an Arsenal victory, for example.<\/p>\n If you are a little unsure then start small, betting low stakes until you gain more knowledge and feel more comfortable upping the stakes a little. It\u2019s a process.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n In fact, some bookies have been launched aimed specifically at the mobile market, while some desktop sites look more like giant apps these days because their design came second to that of the mobile product. The opposite was happening just a few years ago.<\/p>\n What\u2019s more, the mobile betting experience is every bit as convenient as the desktop experience if not more so, you can even watch games live via mobile with bookies that support live streaming.<\/p>\n In 2016 it was estimated that 39% of sports bettors preferred a punt via mobile, whereas by 2019 that number had rocketed to 72%. Little wonder then that bookies are scrambling to make their mobile products the cr\u00e8me de la cr\u00e8me.<\/p>\n The short answer then is yes. Yes you can.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n If you are confused by the multitude of betting offers you keep seeing or you are struggling with the wording in some of the terms and conditions then the following should help to clear it up.<\/p>\n If you are someone that likes to know exactly how things work then there is plenty of information on how a bookmaker runs their business as well.<\/p>\n They mean that you need to place bets worth 20x the bonus amount in question before you can withdraw<\/a> that amount as cash. So if your bonus was worth \u00a350, you would need to place \u00a31000 worth of bets before that bonus money and any profit made from it become available to withdraw.<\/p>\n You might think this sounds impossible but the bookie isn\u2019t just going to hand you a crisp fifty pound note without making you work for it, are they? And so long as you choose an offer that fits in with your usual betting habits then it can be done.<\/p>\n Taking a \u00a3200 bonus with 30x wagering when you tend to only bet small amounts<\/a> wouldn\u2019t make much sense, for example, but a \u00a320 bonus would. If you manage to build that \u00a320 bonus up to \u00a3100 by reinvesting any winnings into new bets you can clear the wagering requirements faster than you might think, and it\u2019s not as though you have anything to lose.\u00a0 For more see our page on wagering requirements when betting<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n The first and most obvious promotion that practically every bookie on the internet will run, is a welcome bonus. This could come in the form of a matched deposit, a free bet, a bet and get, and more. It\u2019s a sweetener to encourage you to join the site and deposit with them.<\/p>\n Here they are explained:<\/p>\n Once you are registered at a bookie there are still further promotions to be had. Some run regular weekly promotions, others run promotions specific to a particular event, it just depends.<\/p>\n Some common ones are:<\/p>\n![\"Legal\"](\"https:\/\/www.newbettingsites.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/legal-bigstock-megaflopp-300px.jpg\")
It absolutely is, as long as the company you are betting with has a licence to operate in the UK from the UK Gambling Commission<\/a> (UKGC).<\/p>\n\nHow Are Gambling Sites Regulated?<\/h3>\n
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Say hello to the UK Gambling Commission<\/a>.<\/p>\n\nWhat is the UKGC?<\/h3>\n
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The UK Gambling Commission was set up in 2005 to help regulate the changing face of the gambling industry. It\u2019s a bit of a mouthful, but officially they are \u201can executive non-departmental public body of the Government of the United Kingdom\u201d.<\/p>\n\nIs Online Betting Safe?<\/h3>\n
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Online betting is as safe as it is possible to be so long as you are betting with a bookmaker licensed by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC).<\/p>\n\n
\nWhat is a Gambling Licence?<\/h3>\n
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At the most basic level, a gambling licence is the betting company\u2019s legal permission to trade. Anyone operating without one is breaking the law.<\/p>\n\n
\nCan I Let Someone Else Use My Betting Account?<\/h3>\n
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The reason customers need to go through the verification process is to prove to the bookmaker that they are the person they say they are and that they are legally allowed to bet.<\/p>\n\nDo I Need to Pay Tax On Gambling Winnings?<\/h3>\n
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Nope. The tax man has no claim whatsoever on a single penny that you win from gambling.<\/p>\n\nWhy Has My Betting Account Been Limited?<\/h3>\n
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The following could also apply if your account has been unexpectedly closed.<\/p>\n\nHow Do I Complain About A Bookmaker?<\/h3>\n
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If you want to make a complaint you should first go direct to the bookmaker with as much evidence to support your case as possible. Screenshots are great if you can get them.\u00a0 For quick complaints social media is often the fastest and best route<\/a>.\u00a0 For longer complaints an email is generally more suitable.<\/p>\nResponsible Gambling<\/h2>\n
\nCan I Limit Myself From Betting?<\/h3>\n
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If you are on a strict budget then you can set daily\/weekly\/monthly deposit limits with each bookie you are signed up to. You can alternatively set loss limits.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newbettingsites.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/time-limit-200px-150x150.jpg\")
Another option is to take a time out. You can set this up yourself and the online bookmaker will not allow you to log in or place any bets for the time limit you decide. This can be any amount of time up to 6 weeks.<\/p>\n![\"Self](\"https:\/\/www.newbettingsites.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/selfexclusion-200px-150x150.jpg\")
The most severe option is self exclusion. This will last for a minimum of six months and will effectively lock you out of all betting products run by that company, even spanning several brands if you self exclude from a company that runs many sportsbooks and\/or casinos.<\/p>\n\nWhere Can I Get Help With A Gambling Problem?<\/h3>\n
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\nWhat Causes Gambling Addiction?<\/h3>\n
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The reasons are varied and many, as individual as each person.<\/p>\n\n
Getting Started<\/h2>\n
\nHow Do I Join An Online Betting Site?<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n\nHow Do I Choose Which Bookmaker To Use?<\/h3>\n
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Most importantly, they need to be licensed by the UK Gambling Commission. You might also want to check whether they have been fined in the past to get an idea of their character and reputation. After that it\u2019s kind of up to you.<\/p>\n\nWhy Do I Need to Verify Myself With a Betting Site?<\/h3>\n
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It can feel a bit dodgy handing over a photo of your passport or driving licence can\u2019t it? I get it.<\/p>\n\nHow Do I Claim a Welcome Offer?<\/h3>\n
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Usually you can take advantage of a welcome offer by simply clicking on the advertisement itself. It might have a \u2018Join Now\u2019 button or something similar, if so, click that specific part of the advert.<\/p>\n\nCan I Claim Multiple Sign Up Offers From a Bookie?<\/h3>\n
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You can only claim one sign up offer<\/a> per bookie.<\/p>\n\nHow Do I Place A Bet Online?<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n\nWhat Can I Bet On?<\/h3>\n
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What can\u2019t you bet on?<\/p>\n\nHow Do I Deposit & Withdraw From an Online Bookie?<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n\nIs Betting Online Better Than Betting In A Shop?<\/h3>\n
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It depends on how you look at it, but there is no definitive answer here.<\/p>\n\n
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\nDo I Need to Be A Sports Expert To Bet?<\/h3>\n
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Not at all, you can just guess if you like \u2013 although I wouldn\u2019t advise that approach!<\/p>\n\nCan I Bet Using My Phone?<\/h3>\n
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Any bookie worth their salt will have a mobile app these days, or at the very least a mobile optimised website.<\/p>\nPromotions and Odds<\/h2>\n
\nWhat Are Wagering Requirements?<\/h3>\n
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Let\u2019s say you have taken an offer on a betting website that gives you a \u00a350 bonus to bet with and it says something like \u201c20x wagering\u201d or \u201c20x rollover\u201d in the terms and conditions. What on earth are they talking about?<\/p>\n\nWhat Betting Promotions Are There?<\/h3>\n
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There are so many betting promotions out there these days that this could take a while.<\/p>\n\n
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