Our Commitment
At BestParlayOdds.com we believe that gambling should always be an enjoyable form of entertainment. We are committed to promoting responsible gambling and providing our users with the information and tools they need to stay in control. Gambling is not a way to make money, and it is important that it remains fun rather than a source of stress or financial hardship.
Know the Signs
Problem gambling can affect anyone. Signs that gambling may be becoming a problem include:
- Spending more money or time gambling than you can afford
- Finding it hard to stop or set limits on your gambling
- Arguing with friends or family about gambling and money
- Losing interest in other activities or hobbies
- Chasing losses — betting more to try to win back what you have lost
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
- Lying about or hiding your gambling activity
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help. Support is available — and it works.
Stay in Control
Here are practical steps you can take to keep your gambling enjoyable:
- Set a budget — decide how much you can afford to lose before you start, and stick to it.
- Set a time limit — decide in advance how long you will gamble for each session.
- Never chase losses — if you lose your budget, walk away. Chasing losses almost always makes things worse.
- Don't gamble under the influence — alcohol and other substances impair judgement.
- Take regular breaks — step away from betting regularly to maintain perspective.
- Balance with other activities — gambling should be one leisure activity among many, not your primary one.
- Keep gambling separate from finances — never use money intended for rent, bills, or necessities.
Tools Available at Sportsbooks
All licensed US sportsbooks are required to offer responsible gambling tools. These typically include:
- Deposit limits — set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much you can deposit.
- Loss limits — cap how much you can lose in a given period.
- Time limits and reminders — set session time limits or receive reality-check notifications.
- Cool-off periods — take a temporary break from betting for a set period.
- Self-exclusion — ban yourself from a single sportsbook or multiple books simultaneously via state-wide programmes.
We encourage all users to familiarise themselves with these tools and use them proactively — not just in a crisis.
Get Help
If you are concerned about your gambling or that of someone close to you, free, confidential support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:
- National Problem Gambling Helpline: Call or text 1-800-522-4700
- National Council on Problem Gambling: ncpgambling.org
- Gamblers Anonymous: gamblersanonymous.org
- Gam-Anon (support for families): gam-anon.org
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
Self-Exclusion
If you feel you need to take a more serious step, most states operate self-exclusion programmes that allow you to ban yourself from multiple sportsbooks simultaneously. Contact your state's gaming regulatory authority or the individual sportsbook for details. Self-exclusion is a powerful tool and we support any user who chooses to use it.
Our Approach
As an odds comparison and information site, BestParlayOdds.com does not directly facilitate gambling transactions. We do, however, take our responsibility to our users seriously. We only list licensed, regulated sportsbooks. We prominently display responsible gambling messaging and helpline information across our site. If you believe our site could do more to support responsible gambling, please contact us at hello@bestparlayodds.com.
