Adults Only
You must be at least 18 years old (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher) to access betting-related content on SportyFootyTips.
Age restrictions on gambling exist to protect young people from harm. Underage gambling can lead to:
Addiction Development
Young people's brains are still developing, making them more vulnerable to developing gambling addictions that can last a lifetime.
Financial Problems
Minors lack the financial maturity and resources to gamble responsibly, often leading to debt and financial difficulties.
Educational Impact
Gambling can distract from education, leading to poor academic performance and reduced future opportunities.
Mental Health Issues
Early exposure to gambling is linked to increased rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems.
Social Problems
Gambling can damage relationships with family and friends and lead to social isolation during critical developmental years.
Minimum Age Requirements
Most countries set the legal gambling age at 18 or 21 years old. You must meet or exceed the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction to access gambling-related content or participate in betting activities.
Our Commitment
SportyFootyTips is committed to preventing underage access to gambling content. We do not knowingly provide services to minors and actively work to ensure our platform is used responsibly by adults only.
Verification
By using this website, you confirm that you are of legal gambling age in your jurisdiction. Licensed bookmakers require age verification before allowing real-money gambling.
Help protect young people from underage gambling with these steps:
1. Use Parental Controls
Enable parental controls on devices, browsers, and internet connections to block access to gambling websites. Most operating systems and routers offer built-in filtering options.
2. Monitor Online Activity
Regularly check browsing history and be aware of what websites your children visit. Keep computers in shared family spaces rather than private rooms.
3. Educate About Risks
Have open conversations about the risks of gambling. Explain how gambling works, the mathematical odds, and why it's restricted to adults.
4. Secure Financial Information
Keep credit cards, bank details, and payment apps secure. Never share payment information or PINs that minors could access.
5. Watch for Warning Signs
Be alert to signs of gambling activity: unexplained money problems, secretive behavior, declining academic performance, or excessive interest in sports betting.
These free tools can help block access to gambling websites:
GamBlock
Blocks access to thousands of gambling websites across all browsers and applications.
Website: www.gamblock.com
Betfilter
Free software that blocks gambling sites and can be password-protected.
Website: www.betfilter.com
Net Nanny
Comprehensive parental control software with gambling site filtering.
Website: www.netnanny.com
Qustodio
Monitor and control children's online activity including blocking gambling sites.
Website: www.qustodio.com
If you're concerned about a young person's gambling:
GamCare (UK)
Free support and advice for families affected by gambling problems.
Helpline: 0808 8020 133
National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
24/7 confidential help for problem gambling issues.
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
For comprehensive responsible gambling resources:
Visit Responsible Betting Page