Responsible Gaming

1. Our Commitment to Safer Gambling

1.ML, a Simon Wilby brand, is an informational sports picks and prediction platform — not a betting operator. We do not accept wagers, hold funds, or process deposits. We believe that if you choose to act on information at a licensed operator, betting should always be entertainment — never a way to make money, escape problems, or chase losses.

Responsible gaming is not an afterthought at 1.ML; it is built into how we present our content. Our picks are informational only and never a guarantee of any outcome, and we surface the tools, information, and dedicated support that can help you stay in control of when, how much, and how often you play.

2. Strictly 18+ — Protecting Minors

Our content is intended for adults. You must be at least 18 years of age, or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction if higher, to use 1.ML — and to open an account or place a wager with any licensed operator. Underage gambling is illegal and strictly prohibited.

• We restrict access to our content with age confirmation.
• We encourage parents and guardians to use filtering software such as GamBlock, Net Nanny, or Qustodio on shared devices.
• Never allow anyone under 18 to use your account or act on picks on your behalf.
• Licensed operators perform identity and age verification (KYC) before accepting any wager.

3. Tools That Keep You in Control

Because 1.ML does not take wagers, the deposit and staking controls below are provided by the licensed operators you may choose to use. We highlight them here so you can set boundaries before you play — and adjust them whenever you need to. At most operators, limit decreases take effect immediately, while increases include a cooling-off delay to protect you from impulsive changes.

• Deposit limits — set daily, weekly, or monthly caps on how much you can deposit.
• Wager and loss limits — control how much you can stake or lose over a period.
• Session reminders — receive alerts showing how long you have been playing.
• Time-outs — take a short break of 24 hours up to 6 weeks at any time.
• Reality checks — periodic pop-ups summarizing your wins, losses, and time spent.

4. Self-Exclusion

If you need a longer break from betting, self-exclusion lets you close access to your operator accounts for a fixed period — typically from 6 months up to 5 years, or permanently. During self-exclusion a licensed operator will not knowingly accept your wagers or send you marketing, and makes reasonable efforts to prevent the opening of new accounts.

National self-exclusion schemes such as GAMSTOP (UK) apply across all participating operators at once. We encourage you to register with the relevant scheme in your jurisdiction for the broadest protection.

5. Recognizing the Warning Signs

Gambling may be becoming a problem if you recognize any of the following in yourself or someone you know. Honest self-assessment is the first step toward staying in control.

• Betting more than you can comfortably afford to lose.
• Chasing losses or increasing stakes to recover money.
• Borrowing money, selling possessions, or neglecting bills to gamble.
• Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, boredom, or low mood.
• Lying to family or friends about the extent of your gambling.
• Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut down or stop.

6. Where to Get Help — 24/7 Support

If gambling has stopped being fun, free and confidential help is available around the clock. You are not alone, and reaching out is a sign of strength.

• GamCare (UK) — 0808 8020 133, available 24/7.
• National Problem Gambling Helpline (US) — call or text 1-800-GAMBLER.
• Gamblers Anonymous — local support groups and online meetings worldwide.
• BeGambleAware — confidential advice and tools at begambleaware.org.
• Gambling Therapy — free multilingual online support at gamblingtherapy.org.

7. Our Responsibilities as an Information Platform

• Make clear that 1.ML provides information and does not accept wagers or hold funds.
• Present picks, odds, and analysis clearly, without misleading claims or guarantees of winning.
• Never target vulnerable or self-excluded individuals with marketing.
• Signpost recognized support services and responsible-gaming resources throughout the platform.
• Continuously review and improve how we communicate risk to our audience.

8. Manage Your Limits or Get Support

You can set or adjust deposit and wager limits, request a time-out, or begin self-exclusion at any time directly with your licensed operator. If you would like help finding the right resources, contact us using the details below — every conversation is confidential and handled with care.