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How to stop gambling or keep it under control

Betting and casino games are designed to keep you playing, and crash games like Aviator give a new round every few seconds. If you want to stop or cut down, willpower alone is rarely enough. This guide lists the warning signs, the practical tools that make gambling harder to reach, and where to find support.

Check the warning signs

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Warning signs of a gambling problem

  • You bet more than you planned, or keep playing to win back losses.
  • You hide how much time or money you spend, or lie about it to family.
  • You borrow money, sell things or use money meant for rent, fees or food.
  • You feel restless or irritable when you try to stop.
  • Your studies, work, sleep or relationships suffer because of betting.

Even one or two of these signs is reason to act now, while it is still easier.

Block gambling on your phone and computer

  1. Delete betting apps and any APK files in your Downloads folder.
  2. Install a blocker. BetBlocker is free and blocks thousands of gambling sites on Android, Windows and Mac. Gamban is a paid option. Ask a friend to set the password so you cannot switch it off on a bad day.
  3. Use family-safe DNS. Set the private DNS on your phone or router to a filtering service such as Cloudflare for Families or CleanBrowsing; many betting sites stop loading.
  4. Turn off "install unknown apps" for your browser in Android settings.
  5. Leave groups and channels that post links, signals or bonuses, and mute words like "bet" and "Aviator" in your social apps.

Close accounts and use self-exclusion

Most betting sites have a responsible gaming section in the profile with deposit limits, time-outs and self-exclusion. Self-exclusion closes the account for a period you choose, from months to permanently. Use the longest period you are comfortable with, and ask support in writing to close the account for gambling-related reasons. Unsubscribe from every e-mail, SMS and notification so offers stop reaching you.

Keep in mind that these tools are set by the sites themselves and are not checked by any regulator in Bangladesh, because online gambling here is prohibited. A blocker on your own devices is more reliable.

Protect your money

  • Reduce the daily limit on your mobile wallet and card in the provider's app.
  • Ask someone you trust to hold your savings or to help manage payments for a while.
  • Do not lend or borrow for gambling, and avoid loan apps that promise instant cash.
  • Write down what you have spent so far. Seeing the full number helps many people stop chasing losses.

Where to find support

Talking to someone helps more than trying to fight it alone. Tell a family member or friend you trust. A doctor or psychiatrist can help with gambling problems, and the National Institute of Mental Health in Dhaka treats behavioural addictions. Gamblers Anonymous holds free online meetings in English that anyone can join. If you feel hopeless or have thoughts of harming yourself, contact an emotional support helpline such as Kaan Pete Roi, or call 999 in an emergency.

If you lost money to a fake agent or site, our guide on what to do after a scam explains the next steps. For the legal side, see online betting and the law.

FAQ

How can I block betting sites on my phone?

Install a blocker such as BetBlocker, set a filtering private DNS, delete betting apps and turn off installation of unknown apps.

What is self-exclusion?

It is a request to a betting site to close your account for a chosen period. It works best together with a blocker on your own devices.

Where can I get help for a gambling problem in Bangladesh?

Talk to someone you trust and to a doctor or psychiatrist. The National Institute of Mental Health in Dhaka treats addictions, and Gamblers Anonymous has free online meetings.

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