Last updated: June 2026 — Naomi Manning, Hirett
At Hirett, we believe that eSports betting should be an enjoyable and entertaining activity. Our founder, Naomi Manning, built this platform with a genuine commitment to player welfare at its core. We recognise that for some people, gambling can become harmful, and we take that responsibility seriously. This page exists not as a legal formality, but because we truly care about every person who visits hirett.co.uk.
If you ever feel that betting is no longer fun, or that it is causing stress, financial difficulty, or conflict in your personal life, please read on. Help is available, and reaching out is a sign of strength.
Healthy gambling means betting only what you can afford to lose, treating it as entertainment rather than a source of income, and staying in control of your time and money. eSports betting, like all forms of gambling, carries real financial risk. No betting strategy guarantees a win, and chasing losses nearly always makes things worse.
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Recognising the warning signs early can make a significant difference. Consider whether any of the following apply to you or someone you know:
If you recognise several of these signs, we strongly encourage you to seek support. You are not alone, and effective help is available right now.
Take a moment to honestly answer the following questions. There are no right or wrong answers, and no one else will see your responses.
If you answered yes to two or more of these questions, we encourage you to explore the support resources listed further down this page.
Responsible operators regulated by the UK Gambling Commission offer a range of tools designed to help players maintain healthy gambling habits. When using any licensed betting site, you have the right to access the following:
Set a daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limit to cap how much money you can add to your account. Once the limit is reached, you will not be able to deposit more until the period resets. Increases to limits take effect after a cooling-off period, but reductions take effect immediately.
Reality check reminders send you regular notifications during a session to inform you how long you have been playing and how much you have spent. These prompts help you stay grounded and make conscious decisions about whether to continue.
A cooling-off period allows you to take a short break from gambling, typically ranging from 24 hours to several weeks. During this time, you cannot place bets or make deposits, giving you space to reflect.
Self-exclusion is a more formal step that allows you to block yourself from all gambling activity with a specific operator for a minimum of six months. In Great Britain, you can also use GAMSTOP, the national self-exclusion scheme, to exclude yourself from all UK-licensed gambling websites at once. Register at gamstop.co.uk free of charge.
The following organisations provide free, confidential support for anyone affected by problem gambling in the UK and beyond. Please do not hesitate to reach out.
Hirett has a zero-tolerance policy towards underage gambling. All betting sites we review and recommend are required to hold a valid UK Gambling Commission licence and must verify the age of every customer before allowing them to deposit or place bets. If you are under 18 years of age, you must not use any gambling service. Parents and guardians can use tools such as Gamban or Net Nanny to block access to gambling content on shared devices.
Hirett will never encourage reckless betting or promote gambling as a way to make money. Every recommendation on this site is made with your safety and enjoyment in mind. If you need to talk to someone right now, please call the GamCare helpline on 0808 8020 133. It is free, confidential, and available around the clock.