Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

At Sharp Records USA, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting should only be done with money you can afford to lose, and it should never interfere with your essential expenses such as rent, bills, food, or savings.

Please gamble responsibly and within your means. If you find that gambling is becoming a problem, help is available.

Age Verification

In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to place bets or use betting services. If you are under 18, please do not use any betting platform.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:

• Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
• Hiding gambling: Concealing the amount you gamble or lying about your betting activities
• Loss of control: Being unable to stop gambling or stick to set limits
• Neglecting responsibilities: Gambling instead of attending to work, family, or personal obligations
• Gambling with borrowed money: Borrowing or using credit to fund gambling
• Mood changes: Becoming anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
• Escalating stakes: Needing to bet more money to achieve the same excitement
• Financial problems: Experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling
• Failed attempts to stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or quit gambling
• Relationship strain: Arguments with family or friends about your gambling

Self-Help Tools

Responsible betting platforms offer several tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you're willing to lose during a set timeframe
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
• Time-Out: Take a temporary break from gambling for a period you choose (from a few hours to several weeks)
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling for an extended period (typically 6 months to 5 years)

We encourage you to use these tools proactively to manage your gambling behaviour.

Support Organizations

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please contact one of the following organisations for confidential support:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free counselling and support for problem gambling
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7)
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Allows you to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators
• National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS specialist treatment service
  Telephone: 0203 322 7000

Australia

• Gambling Help Online
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free counselling and support services

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  Information and resources for problem gambling prevention

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (free, confidential, 24/7)

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Information on problem gambling support and prevention

Take Action Today

If gambling is causing you problems, please seek help now. The organisations listed above offer free, confidential support and are staffed by trained professionals who understand problem gambling.

Remember:

• You are not alone – many people struggle with problem gambling
• Help is available and recovery is possible
• It is never too late to reach out for support

For immediate support in the UK, call GamCare on 0808 8020 133