Growing Demand for Safe Play Drives BetBlocker to 250,000 Users
A major shift appears to be taking place online, as BetBlocker reaches 250,000 active users in 2025. The growth shows that many people want simple ways to stay in control.
Nov 17, 2025
A Milestone Years in the Making
BetBlocker reports strong momentum across the world — a trend that does not sit in one country. The service is free, anonymous, and built to help users block access to online casinos when they want a break. People in Canada, Kenya, South Africa, the United Kingdom, the United States, Romania, and Brazil now use the tool.
The rise did not happen fast. BetBlocker spent 2024 improving its system and checking its data. The team wanted clear numbers that show how people use the tool in real life. That push led BetBlocker to focus on “active users,” meaning users with a live restriction in 2025. The charity said this number gives a more honest view than simple download counts.
Better Data, More Trust
Founder Duncan Garvie said the team worked hard to make its reports easy to understand. The improved data shows how long people keep restrictions active and which countries drive new demand. He said the growth has gone beyond his biggest hopes and may reflect how users try to manage risk in a world where online casinos sit one click away.
The rise is broad — not local — and continues month by month. Key points BetBlocker notes:
250,000 active users in 2025
Growth seen across many regions
Free and anonymous restrictions
Localization helped reach new users
A Global Trend Becomes Clear
The wide spread of new users points to a shared issue. People everywhere may feel pressure from online casinos, and many appear to seek simple tools to keep control. BetBlocker’s growth shows the need is global in the digital age.
This also helps the charity speak to its supporters. The tool appears to fill a real need, and the numbers could rise further if the trend holds.
What Comes Next
BetBlocker’s 2025 milestone marks a key moment for the charity. The team seems focused on its original goal — offering a clear and simple block when people choose to pause. What happens next may show whether growth keeps moving or settles, but one thing is clear for now — the need for control tools remains strong.
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