Get help now
New York HOPEline: 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369) — call or text HOPENY (467369), free and confidential, 24/7.
National Council on Problem Gambling: 1-800-522-4700 or 1-800-GAMBLER — 24/7 helpline, chat and text.
Gamblers Anonymous — local NY meetings and support.
Tools that keep you in control
- Deposit limits — cap what you can add daily, weekly or monthly.
- Time-outs — lock your account for 24 hours to several weeks.
- Reality checks — pop-ups showing how long you've played and what you've wagered.
- Self-exclusion — block access for an extended period or permanently.
Every reputable casino we list offers these in account settings — use them before you need them.
Warning signs
- Gambling more than you can afford, or chasing losses.
- Borrowing money or selling things to gamble.
- Gambling to escape stress, or feeling anxious and irritable when not playing.
- Hiding your gambling from family.
If any of these feel familiar, reach out to the helplines above — and consider self-excluding while you do.
Under 21
Online and casino gambling in New York is strictly for those aged 21 and over. Keep account details and devices away from minors.