Number of players using self-exclusion
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Introduction
Self-exclusion (self-exclusion) is one of the key tools of responsible play that allows players to voluntarily block access to gambling for a certain period or indefinitely. Analysis of 2025 statistics shows how much Australians are using the tool, and how the dynamic has changed from previous years.
Total number of players
In 2025, about 11% of online casino active users in Australia have used the self-exclusion feature at least once.
This corresponds to about 320-350 thousand players from the total audience of online gambling.
Compared to 2024, growth was + 2%, which reflects an increase in awareness and an increased role for regulators.
Terms of self-exclusion
1. Short-term interlocks (1-6 months):
2. Medium-term (6-12 months):
3. Long-term (from a year or more):
2025 Trends
Growth of centralized systems: More players opt for national self-exclusion registries, not just the tools of individual casinos.
Integration with mobile applications: the ability to activate self-exclusion directly through a smartphone has simplified the process.
Player profile: self-exclusion is used more often by young men 25-34 years old and users with high game traffic.
Connection with responsible gambling: an increase in the number of players combining self-exclusion with deposit limits and time reminders.
Conclusion
In 2025, the use of self-exclusion in Australia continues to grow. The number of players using this tool has increased, especially in the short-term format. This indicates that Australians increasingly perceive self-exclusion not as an extreme step, but as a tool for controlling and preventing problem gambling.
Introduction
Self-exclusion (self-exclusion) is one of the key tools of responsible play that allows players to voluntarily block access to gambling for a certain period or indefinitely. Analysis of 2025 statistics shows how much Australians are using the tool, and how the dynamic has changed from previous years.
Total number of players
In 2025, about 11% of online casino active users in Australia have used the self-exclusion feature at least once.
This corresponds to about 320-350 thousand players from the total audience of online gambling.
Compared to 2024, growth was + 2%, which reflects an increase in awareness and an increased role for regulators.
Terms of self-exclusion
1. Short-term interlocks (1-6 months):
- The most popular option.
- It was used by about 7% of players who prefer a temporary break rather than a complete rejection of the game.
2. Medium-term (6-12 months):
- About 2% of players, often combined with deposit limits.
3. Long-term (from a year or more):
- About 2% of users, many of whom block accounts indefinitely.
2025 Trends
Growth of centralized systems: More players opt for national self-exclusion registries, not just the tools of individual casinos.
Integration with mobile applications: the ability to activate self-exclusion directly through a smartphone has simplified the process.
Player profile: self-exclusion is used more often by young men 25-34 years old and users with high game traffic.
Connection with responsible gambling: an increase in the number of players combining self-exclusion with deposit limits and time reminders.
Conclusion
In 2025, the use of self-exclusion in Australia continues to grow. The number of players using this tool has increased, especially in the short-term format. This indicates that Australians increasingly perceive self-exclusion not as an extreme step, but as a tool for controlling and preventing problem gambling.
