Self-Exclusion from Casinos, Sportsbooks, and Online Operators

Most U.S. states with legal gambling operate a self-exclusion list through the state gaming regulator. Enrollment typically covers every licensed casino and, in many states, every licensed online sportsbook and casino operator.

• Terms usually range from one year to five years to lifetime.
• Enrollment often requires an in-person appointment or a notarized form.
• Coverage varies — check exactly which operators and venues are included.

Individual sportsbooks and online casinos also offer self-exclusion inside their apps and websites. These are typically faster to enroll in but cover only that operator.

• Enroll separately with each operator you have ever used.
• Include operators you signed up for once and never returned to — dormant accounts still have your stored payment methods.
• Combine with device-level blocking so you cannot re-register through a mirror site.

• Choose the longest term you can honestly commit to — urges can persist for years.
• Combine state + operator + device-level blocking, not one alone.
• Remove stored payment methods from every account before enrolling.
• Have a plan for what to do the first time you feel the urge to work around it.
• Pair self-exclusion with active support — peer meetings, counseling, or a program.

Self-exclusion does not stop gambling at unlicensed operators, illegal offshore sites, or informal betting among friends. It is one strong layer in a stack, not a complete boundary. Add other layers so the whole environment supports the change you're making.

If you're not sure which programs apply in your state or how to combine them, a private call can help you build a full stack in one sitting.