How to temporarily or permanently block access to a casino
Introduction
If you notice an increase in impulse bets or fear a relapse, it is important to quickly block access to the casino. There are several levels of protection: at the level of account, device and network. Below are specific instructions for temporary and permanent exclusion.
1. Operators self-exclusion
1. Built-in operator function
In the personal account of most licensed casinos, find the section "Responsible play" → "Self-exclusion."
Select the term (from 1 day to life) and confirm.
Instantly block sign-ins, bets, and promotions.
2. BetStop National System
Register for BetStop. gov. au or by phone 1800 858 858.
Choice of term: 6 months, 12 months or life.
Blocks all licensed online platforms at the same time.
2. Third-party blockers on devices
1. Gamban
Installed on Windows, macOS, iOS and Android.
Blocks casino sites and applications, cannot be deleted without a trustee password.
2. BetBlocker
Free multi-platform blocker.
Setting up via email: a list of categories "Casinos," "Betting," "Poker," after activation - a block within a specified period.
3. Browser extensions
BlockSite or LeechBlock NG: add operator domains and marketplaces.
Set a password or PIN to change the list.
3. Network Level Lockdown
1. DNS filters
OpenDNS FamilyShield (208. 67. 222. 123, 208. 67. 220. 123) automatically blocks gambling domains.
CleanBrowsing Security (185. 228. 168. 9, 185. 228. 169. 9) - an additional level, configured in the router.
2. Parental control of the router
In the admin panel of the home router, set a black list of casino domains.
Set time limits for network access.
4. Mobile platform settings
1. iOS (Screen Time)
Settings → Screen Time → Content and Privacy → Content Restrictions → Prohibit "Casino" and "Gambling" applications.
2. Android (Family Link)
Setting up a child's account → Application Control → Keyword lock "casino," "betting."
3. Deleting applications
Uninstall all gambling applications and do not save their installation files.
5. Combination of measures and control
1. Combine protection levels
Operator self-exclusion + third-party blocker + network filter.
2. Trustee
Instruct a friend to store passwords from blockers and configure access recovery through it.
3. Monitoring access attempts
Keep a simple log: dates and times of attempts to get to casino sites to assess vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
Effective blocking of access to online casinos is achieved not by one measure, but by a combination of them: self-exclusion through an operator or BetStop provides legal protection, third-party blockers close devices, and DNS filters and parental controls protect the network. Configure everything at once, entrust passwords to a trusted person and control access attempts for maximum reliability.
If you notice an increase in impulse bets or fear a relapse, it is important to quickly block access to the casino. There are several levels of protection: at the level of account, device and network. Below are specific instructions for temporary and permanent exclusion.
1. Operators self-exclusion
1. Built-in operator function
In the personal account of most licensed casinos, find the section "Responsible play" → "Self-exclusion."
Select the term (from 1 day to life) and confirm.
Instantly block sign-ins, bets, and promotions.
2. BetStop National System
Register for BetStop. gov. au or by phone 1800 858 858.
Choice of term: 6 months, 12 months or life.
Blocks all licensed online platforms at the same time.
2. Third-party blockers on devices
1. Gamban
Installed on Windows, macOS, iOS and Android.
Blocks casino sites and applications, cannot be deleted without a trustee password.
2. BetBlocker
Free multi-platform blocker.
Setting up via email: a list of categories "Casinos," "Betting," "Poker," after activation - a block within a specified period.
3. Browser extensions
BlockSite or LeechBlock NG: add operator domains and marketplaces.
Set a password or PIN to change the list.
3. Network Level Lockdown
1. DNS filters
OpenDNS FamilyShield (208. 67. 222. 123, 208. 67. 220. 123) automatically blocks gambling domains.
CleanBrowsing Security (185. 228. 168. 9, 185. 228. 169. 9) - an additional level, configured in the router.
2. Parental control of the router
In the admin panel of the home router, set a black list of casino domains.
Set time limits for network access.
4. Mobile platform settings
1. iOS (Screen Time)
Settings → Screen Time → Content and Privacy → Content Restrictions → Prohibit "Casino" and "Gambling" applications.
2. Android (Family Link)
Setting up a child's account → Application Control → Keyword lock "casino," "betting."
3. Deleting applications
Uninstall all gambling applications and do not save their installation files.
5. Combination of measures and control
1. Combine protection levels
Operator self-exclusion + third-party blocker + network filter.
2. Trustee
Instruct a friend to store passwords from blockers and configure access recovery through it.
3. Monitoring access attempts
Keep a simple log: dates and times of attempts to get to casino sites to assess vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
Effective blocking of access to online casinos is achieved not by one measure, but by a combination of them: self-exclusion through an operator or BetStop provides legal protection, third-party blockers close devices, and DNS filters and parental controls protect the network. Configure everything at once, entrust passwords to a trusted person and control access attempts for maximum reliability.
