Responsible gambling

Prize draws and competitions should be fun. PrizeDrawsDaily is an independent directory — we don't run any draws ourselves — but the operators we list charge for entries, and paid competitions can carry the same risks as gambling. If entering ever stops feeling like fun, free and confidential help is available below.

Play responsibly

• Set a budget before you enter, and never spend more than you can afford to lose.
• Don't chase losses — buying more tickets does not make a missed prize "come back".
• Remember UK competitions must offer a free entry route (usually postal) with the same odds. See our free postal entry guide.
• Take regular breaks, and never enter to escape stress, boredom or low mood.
• Keep it social and time-limited — it shouldn't get in the way of work, sleep or family.

Signs it may be becoming a problem

Spending more than you planned, hiding how much you enter, feeling anxious about draws, or borrowing money to buy tickets are all signs worth taking seriously. You don't have to wait until things feel out of control to ask for help.

Free, confidential support

• National Gambling Helpline

  Free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 0808 8020 133 — run by GamCare.

• GambleAware

  Free advice, a self-assessment tool and a live chat service for anyone affected by gambling.

• GamCare

  Information, counselling and one-to-one support, including for friends and family.

• GamStop

  A free self-exclusion service for licensed UK online gambling. Useful if you want to block yourself from gambling sites.

• Gamban

  Software that blocks access to gambling websites and apps across your devices.

Age & the law

UK prize competitions are restricted to entrants aged 18 or over, and always subject to the individual operator's terms. PrizeDrawsDaily is not a gambling operator and does not host draws. If you're worried about someone else's entering, the organisations above can help family and friends too.