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Facebook
It is not possible to remove ads on the platform or from apps, however, you are able to hide them by selecting the down arrow menu or the 'x' in the top right-hand corner of the sponsored post.
In addition, you can adjust your ads preferences to see ads that are more relevant to you.
X (Twitter)
You can block tweets from individual gambling companies. Click the down arrow and look for the option to 'Block @...'
If the tweet is an advert, you can in the same menu select 'I don't like this ad'.
You can also select 'Why am I seeing this ad'.
On this page, you can de-select interests which might be a cause for more gambling-related content - one of which is potentially 'gambling' but also un-ticking sport related interests.
Un-ticking some or all of the options on this page may reduce the data by which gambling-related advertisers may be targeting you.
Google
Users can:
This feature exists on Google Search, Maps, YouTube and Gmail when you are signed into your Google account. This will allow users to block advertisements such as gambling.
For other display ads that appear when users are on other websites, users can choose to ‘mute the ad’. This will stop other ads very similar to it that have been purchased by the same advertiser, as well as other ads from the same advertiser that uses the same web url.
Gambling Blocking Software
There are gambling blocking services available to individuals to restrict access to gambling websites. This is a useful tool to allow you to limit your exposure and access to gambling websites, apps and related material.
Please see below some options available for blocking services
GamBan can be accessed here
BetBlocker can be accessed here
Bank Blocking
Gambling blocks with banks are an effective tool, particularly when combined with self-exclusion and gambling blocking software.
Bank gambling blocks work by blocking transactions that are categorised as gambling whether you’re gambling online or at a physical venue.
Bank gambling blocks allow for an extra layer of safeguards to help stop yourself from gambling. It is an important tool that can support your gambling recovery and is best used alongside blocking software and self-exclusion schemes to increase protection.
You can set up a gambling block in your mobile banking app, by calling your bank or by visiting your local branch. Some banks refer to the gambling blocks as ‘card freezes’ or ‘gambling restrictions’.
Some details on banking operators currently offering gambling restrictions.
AIB
AIB customers requesting the gambling block can call the AIB Additional Support Helpline on 0818 227 056 from 9am to 5pm on weekdays excluding bank holidays.
EBS
EBS, (part of the AIB group) Customers can contact EBS on 0818 300 107 from 9am to 5pm on weekdays regarding gambling blocks.
Revolut
From the 'Home' screen, tap your profile icon on the top-left corner.
Tap 'Security'.
Select 'Gambling block'.
Toggle 'Gambling block' on (or off).
Tap 'Yes' to confirm.
