Last updated: June 2026 — Sophie Ainsworth, Cooperfootline
At Cooperfootline, we believe that eSports betting should always be an enjoyable and entertaining experience. Sophie Ainsworth and the entire Cooperfootline team are genuinely committed to promoting responsible gambling across every aspect of this site. We recognise that for some people, gambling can become harmful, and we take that responsibility seriously. This page exists not as a formality, but because we truly care about the wellbeing of every person who visits cooperfootline.co.uk.
Please read this page carefully. If anything resonates with you, or if you are concerned about someone you know, help is always available.
Cooperfootline operates exclusively for adults. We enforce a strict 18+ policy on all content, reviews, and recommendations featured on this site. No person under the age of 18 should engage in any form of gambling, including eSports betting. All licensed UK gambling operators are legally required to verify the age of their customers. If you are under 18, please leave this site immediately.
If you are a parent or guardian, we strongly recommend using parental control tools such as Gamban or your internet provider's filtering services to restrict access to gambling websites for minors in your household.
Problem gambling occurs when betting begins to negatively affect your life, relationships, finances, or mental health. It can develop gradually and is not a sign of weakness or poor character. Anyone can be affected, and recognising the early signs is an important first step toward getting help.
Ask yourself these questions honestly. If you answer yes to two or more, we encourage you to seek support:
Every UK-licensed gambling operator is required by the Gambling Commission to offer practical tools that help players manage their activity. We encourage all bettors to use these proactively, not just when problems arise.
Set a daily, weekly, or monthly cap on how much money you can deposit into a betting account. Once your limit is reached, you cannot add more funds until the period resets. You can usually request a reduction immediately, while increases require a waiting period.
Reality check notifications remind you how long you have been gambling during a session. These pop-up alerts help you stay aware of the time you are spending and give you the opportunity to pause and reflect.
A cooling-off period temporarily restricts your ability to gamble, typically for 24 hours, a week, or a month. This is useful if you feel you need a short break without committing to full self-exclusion.
GAMSTOP is the UK's free national self-exclusion scheme. By registering at gamstop.co.uk, you can exclude yourself from all UK-licensed gambling sites simultaneously for a minimum of six months, one year, or five years. This is one of the most effective tools available for those who feel gambling has become unmanageable.
You do not have to face this alone. The following organisations offer free, confidential, and non-judgmental support:
eSports betting is built on passion, knowledge, and entertainment. Sophie Ainsworth created Cooperfootline with the intention of helping bettors make informed decisions in a safe and responsible way. If gambling ever stops being fun, please step back and reach out for help. Your wellbeing will always matter more than any bet.