Self-exclusion from Telegram casinos and unlicensed platforms

Introduction

Unlicensed casinos in Telegram and other instant messengers bypass the laws and do not offer responsible gaming tools. To protect yourself, you need to independently block all access channels: remove bots, block links at the device and network level, and with persistent distribution, contact the provider or regulator.

1. Deleting and blocking in Telegram

1. Removing a bot or channel

Open the bot/channel information → click ⋮ → Delete and Lock.

Confirm that you want to delete the conversation history and block the new contact.

2. Turn off notifications and chats

If you don't want to delete it right away, turn off notifications and pin the chat to the "archive."

3. Clearing Telegram cache and data

Settings → Data & Storage → Storage Usage → Clear Cache, and Delete Local Data.

2. Link and domain blocking

1. Browser extensions

BlockSite/LeechBlock: add invitation URL templates ('t. me/casino_bot`, `https: //casino. xyz`).

2. Editing the hosts file


127. 0. 0. 1 t. me
127. 0. 0. 1 casino. xyz

blocks access to Telegram casino web sections.

3. DNS filters

OpenDNS FamilyShield or CleanBrowsing Security at the device or router level blocks any gambling domains.

3. Mobile and system limitations

iOS (Screen Time)

1. Settings → Screen Time → Content Restrictions → Web Content → Restrict Adult Sites → Add Site → enter Telegram prompts, web versions of bots.

Android (Digital Wellbeing)

1. Settings → Digital Wellness and Parental Controls → Control Panel → Application Control → block Telegram and browsers during risky hours.

4. Direct complaint to provider and regulator

1. Internet provider

Send an e-mail or application to technical support with a request to block the domains and IP addresses of unlicensed platforms.

2. Regulator (ACMA, VGCCC, OLGR)

File an Interactive Gambling Act 2001 with links to channels/bots and screenshots.

5. Technical barriers and collective responsibility

1. Installing Gamban/BetBlocker

Blocks not only licensed casinos, but also any sites and applications by the keywords "casino," "bet," including web versions of bots.

2. Buddy-system

Give the trustee access to the passwords of filters and blockers.

3. Regular audit

Check the list of blocked URLs and access attempts in the filter logs once a week.

Conclusion

Unlicensed Telegram casinos do not offer self-exclusion, so full control is yours: remove bots, block links at the device and network level, use DNS filters and third-party blockers, and, if necessary, complain to the provider and regulator. Such a comprehensive system of measures will reliably protect against impulsive bets through instant messengers.