Responsible Play
TheBonusBall runs prize competitions. We want your experience to stay fun, positive, and within your limits. This page explains responsible play and where to find support if you need it.
If entering competitions is causing stress, money worries, or impacting your wellbeing,
please stop and seek support.
Not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to The National Lottery.
Know your limits
- Only enter with money you can afford to spend.
- Set a weekly/monthly budget and stick to it.
- Take breaks — don’t enter when stressed, upset, or impulsive.
- Enter for entertainment, not as a solution to financial problems.
Tip: If you feel pressured to enter, pause and step away.
Warning signs to watch for
- Spending more than planned or hiding spending from others.
- Entering repeatedly to try to “make back” money.
- Borrowing money or missing bills due to entries.
- Feeling unable to stop once you start.
Protecting under 18s
- Our competitions are strictly 18+.
- Do not allow children to use your account or payment methods.
- Use device restrictions/parental controls where needed.
Need help?
If you’re worried about your play, support is available. These organisations offer free, confidential help:
- GamCare (UK) — advice, tools and support
- GambleAware (UK) — information and support services
- NHS — guidance and help for gambling-related harm
If you feel at risk right now, contact emergency services or speak to a trusted person immediately.
Support & contact
If you want us to help, contact our support team and we’ll do our best to assist. Please include your order number (if relevant).
18+ only. UK residents only. No purchase necessary (see Rules). Please play responsibly.
Ready to enter?
If you’re comfortable and playing within your limits, you can enter a live competition below.
If entering stops being fun, take a break and seek support.