Serviço de Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos (SRIJ), Portugal’s gaming authority, has launched a centralised self-exclusion service for online players. The platform was officially opened on April 8th, 2026.
National Website’s Features and Goals
The internet resource was created to enhance user protection through an accessible, convenient tool. The system processes applications from both those who have personally experienced addiction signs and 3rd-party representatives acting on behalf of the vulnerable individuals.
The platform’s functionality comprises the ability to restrict entry to all licensed online casinos and bookmakers operating in the country. Visitors to the page can also communicate to end their self-exclusion.
Previously, the gambling business in Portugal had disparate mechanisms for addressing issues related to ludomania. The new service combines the most effective of these into a single infrastructure.
The system interface is designed to be:
- easy-to-understand — no overwhelming or excessive elements, necessary functionality only;
- convenient — users can switch to light/dark mode, configure the font size, and set the contrast level;
- mobile-adapted — this approach reflects the steady growth of online traffic from portable devices.
The launch of the centralised registry is associated with the active development of all iGaming segments, as evidenced by financial indicators. According to the SRIJ analytics, GGR in Q3 2025 reached €297.1 million, the 2nd-highest quarterly result in the market’s history. At the same time, a 4.6% YoY drop in ground casino earnings was recorded.
Self-Exclusion Practices Worldwide
Centralised protection tools for vulnerable users are becoming the standard for regulated regions and are gradually being implemented in various jurisdictions. The comprehensive development of such platforms confirms the authorities' increased focus on responsible gambling and transparency.
Let us list several examples:
- Brazil. The national system was launched at the end of 2025. Previously, there was no unified database. The recent initiative enabled players to block their access to all licensed websites simultaneously.
- The UK. The state’s service, Gamstop, remains one of the most prominent global reference points. In H2 2025, the program’s specialists reported a 40% increase in registrations among people aged 16−24. The platform offers both a 1-time activation and automatic renewal, up to permanent exclusion.
- Germany. The government-run OASIS has been operational since August 2021. During this period, over 350,000 applications were submitted to the list, with the majority coming from gamblers themselves and only 3% from 3rd parties.
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