Explainers
Explainers
The rules behind the small print, in plain English.
Six reads
Before you sign up
Short, practical explanations of the rules and conditions behind licensed gambling in Great Britain. None of them tells you what to bet on.
- LicencesHow to check a UK gambling licenceTwo minutes on the public register tells you who runs a site and whether it may serve you.Read
- Casino bonusesWagering and the 10× capWhat a wagering requirement asks of you, and the limit that has applied since January 2026.Read
- Sports offersFree bets and stake not returnedWhy a £10 free bet is worth less than a £10 bet, and the conditions that come with it.Read
- Staying in controlDeposit limits, time-outs and reality checksThe tools every licensed site must give you, and how to set them before you play.Read
- Staying in controlGAMSTOP and self-exclusionBlocking every licensed gambling site at once, and what else helps when you want a break.Read
- PaymentsPaying in and withdrawingWhich payment methods licensed sites accept, why some miss out on offers, and what to expect when you withdraw.Read