The HonestPause Blog
Short, practical guidance for the moments that matter most, written for the urge, the relapse, and everything in between.
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Blocking tools
How to Self-Exclude From Gambling: US, Canada, Australia and Ireland
Self-exclusion lets you ban yourself from gambling companies, free. Here's how it works in the US, Canada, Australia and Ireland, with links to the official pages.
23 October 2026 · 8 min read
Blocking tools
How to Block Gambling Payments on Your Bank Card
A free gambling block on your bank card stops the payment before the bet. Here's how to find it in any banking app, and how it works at UK banks.
20 October 2026 · 5 min read
Blocking tools
How to Use GamStop, Step by Step
One free sign-up blocks you from every gambling site and app licensed in Great Britain. Here's how GamStop works, what it covers and what it doesn't.
20 October 2026 · 5 min read