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Guides written by people who've been in the hole: blocking that works, self-exclusion state by state, first steps on debt, and the psychology casinos hope you never read. Every post cites its sources.
money · blocking
How to Block Gambling Transactions on Your Bank Account
Switch on a bank gambling block in minutes. See which banks support it, how the cooling-off period works, and what to do if yours doesn't.
August 19, 2026 · Bastien, Cashout founder
blocking · comparison
The Best Gambling Blocker Apps in 2026, Compared Honestly
Gamban, BetBlocker, GamBlock, and Screen Time compared on price, bypass difficulty, and platforms — plus why a blocker alone rarely holds.
August 19, 2026 · Bastien, Cashout founder
debt · money
Gambling Debt: The First Five Steps (Before You Borrow Another Dollar)
You just lost big and you're about to borrow more. Here's the exact order: block access, list every debt, then get free help, before you do anything else.
August 19, 2026 · Bastien, Cashout founder
self-exclusion · guide
Gambling Self-Exclusion: How to Ban Yourself from Betting (US and UK)
Self-exclusion bans you from betting by law, not willpower. Here's exactly how GamStop and US state programs work, and where they fall short.
August 19, 2026 · Bastien, Cashout founder
family · guide
When Your Partner Gambles: What Actually Helps (and What Backfires)
Your partner's gambling isn't yours to fix. What actually helps a gambling spouse, what backfires, and how to protect your finances first.
August 19, 2026 · Bastien, Cashout founder
quitting · guide
How to Quit Gambling: The Complete Guide
The real playbook to quit gambling: block access, survive urges, fix the money leak, and rebuild day by day. Free tools, real sources, no shame.
August 19, 2026 · Bastien, Cashout founder
sports-betting · guide
How to Stop Sports Betting (Even Mid-Season)
A concrete plan to stop sports betting mid-season: close every sportsbook account, block your bank, and survive game day without a bet.
August 19, 2026 · Bastien, Cashout founder