Belgrade – November 10, 2026 -- Players who want a break from gambling can now block more than 1.3 million gambling sites in one step, after review site AskGamblers partnered with the charity-run app BetBlocker.
One app replaces provider-by-provider self-exclusion
Self-exclusion is among the most effective responsible gambling tools, but doing it with each provider separately takes time and leaves other operators open. BetBlocker closes that gap. The free app blocks over 1.3 million sites and 3,100 gambling apps at once, including unlicensed operators that may not offer self-exclusion themselves.
BetBlocker requires no account and no name
More than 134,000 people use BetBlocker, as of October 2026. Users do not have to register or share their name, and the app does not let them lift a block early, so the full chosen break period stays in place.
AskGamblers says the partnership aims to raise awareness of the tool and get more players the help they need. Dijana Radunović, Managing Director of AskGamblers, described the goal as making self-exclusion "simpler and more accessible." Pedro Romero of BetBlocker Global said the collaboration should help people find the app when they are looking for a way to take a break.
AskGamblers also runs a complaints service. Since 2009 it has helped return $92.9 million to players, according to the company.
Four steps to put betting barriers in place
- Block card payments: Most banks let customers block payments to specific gambling providers, often through an app or online. Customers who are unsure can contact their bank.
- Set blockers on every device: Players can self-exclude from individual providers on their responsible gambling pages and choose the exclusion length. Software such as BetBlocker or Gamban blocks multiple sites and apps, and should be installed on all devices.
- Limit ads: Some platforms, including Google, let users restrict gambling ads in their ad settings. A general ad blocker can catch the rest.
- Cut off emails and promotions: Unsubscribe from provider contact lists. If emails, texts or promotions keep arriving, block the provider's email address or number.
AskGamblers handles failed exclusions and unwanted promotions
Players who still receive promotional messages, or who can still gamble at a provider after setting up self-exclusion, can contact the AskGamblers Support Center by live chat, email or Twitter. Outside live chat hours, they can open a ticket and expect a reply within 24 hours. Complaints about a provider can also be submitted through the site's responsible gambling option.