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It is against the law for those under the age of 18 to gamble and Colossus Bets takes its responsibility to prevent underage gambling seriously. We carry out age verification checks on all players and may ask for documentary proof of age where our background checks are inconclusive.<\/p>\n

Anyone under the age of 18 found to be gambling with Colossus Bets will have their account closed and any winnings forfeited.<\/p>\n

If you suspect that someone under the age of 18 is gambling with Colossus Bets please Contact Us to report this.<\/p>\n

Website Blocking Software<\/strong><\/h3>\n

There are a number of third-party applications that you can use to monitor or restrict access to the internet:<\/p>\n

i). Net Nanny<\/a>: general blocking software that protects children from inappropriate web content. Also available on iOS and Android devices.<\/p>\n

ii). CYBERsitter<\/a>: filtering software allowing parents to choose their own sites to block.<\/p>\n

iii). GamBlock<\/a>: GamBlock: specific blocking software for gambling websites. Also available for Android devices.<\/p>\n

iv). Betfilter<\/a>: specific blocking software for gambling websites. Also available for Android devices.<\/p>\n

v). gamban<\/a>\u00ae: removes access to online gambling. Also available for Android devices.<\/p>\n

You may also want to familiarise yourself with the built-in parental controls on your mobile, tablet, PC or TV.<\/p>\n

Youth Access<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Youth Access is the UK\u2019s national membership organisation and directory for young people’s information, advice, counselling and support services. Further information can be found by visiting their website www.youthaccess.org.uk<\/a> or by calling +44 (0)20 8772 9900.<\/p>\n

There are also support services described in section 8<\/a> below, which provide free and confidential advice specifically on problem gambling issues.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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