In the world of gambling and online gaming, a major milestone has been achieved by the national self-exclusion scheme Gamstop. With over 500,000 consumers now registered with the service since its launch in 2018, it is clear that Gamstop has become an essential tool for individuals looking to control their gambling habits.
The free service offered by Gamstop allows users to exclude themselves from all gambling websites licensed by the UK Gambling Commission for up to five years. Currently, more than 440,000 consumers are actively excluded, with many opting for the maximum five-year exclusion period.
April 2024 was a record-breaking month for Gamstop, with 8,686 new registrants – the highest monthly total since the service’s inception. This incredible achievement comes ahead of the third annual Self-Exclusion Day on 12 September, a key event where football clubs across all divisions in the UK will raise awareness about the service.
In addition to reaching this milestone, Ipsos will soon release an independent evaluation of Gamstop based on a survey of more than 4,650 users. Preliminary findings show that 78% of respondents believe Gamstop met their expectations, and 75% reported feeling more in control of their gambling decisions.
CEO of Gamstop, Fiona Palmer, commented on the recent registration milestone, stating: “We have come a very long way since our launch in April 2018 and Gamstop is now widely recognized as an important tool to help vulnerable consumers take a break from their gambling. We are proud to have been able to help hundreds of thousands of people to take back control of their lives through self-exclusion and we hope to help many more in the years to come.”
Gamstop has truly made a significant impact in the world of online gambling, providing a lifeline for those struggling with addiction and helping them regain control of their lives. As the number of registered users continues to climb, it is clear that Gamstop’s influence will only continue to grow in the years to come.
