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nterest in self-exclusion tools is growing quickly in Brazil, and BetBlocker is right in the middle of that shift. The UK-based charity has seen a huge spike in usage across the country, with more than 20,000 active users since the start of 2025. That growth has outpaced every other region where the app is available.
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BetBlocker’s free app allows users to block gambling sites on their devices. It works across platforms and supports full-time restrictions or scheduled blocking windows, depending on what each person needs. The tool is free and does not rely on national regulators, making it widely accessible regardless of local laws.
The charity’s mission is to remove obstacles between at-risk individuals and the support they might need. In simple terms, they want to make it easier for anyone dealing with gambling harm to avoid exposure to gambling content.
“Our focus is on making sure the most vulnerable people are not the ones seeing this kind of content,” the organization states.
Brazil’s gambling market is undergoing big changes. Finance Minister Fernando Haddad has publicly pushed for higher taxes on betting companies, arguing that they pull in big profits but do little in terms of job creation or tax revenue. On top of that, local betting operators are forming a new industry union to speak with one voice as lawmakers continue shaping the regulatory framework.
In the middle of all this, tools like BetBlocker are seeing more attention. The increase in users suggests that many Brazilians are already looking for ways to manage their gambling habits—whether or not full regulations are in place yet.
One of BetBlocker’s main strengths is that it does not depend on whether a country has gambling laws or regulatory enforcement. It simply blocks access to gambling sites, including both legal operators and grey-market platforms.
The tool also includes app-specific blocking features, giving users more control over how and when they restrict access. Whether someone is trying to quit completely or limit exposure during certain times, the tool gives flexible options without requiring formal intervention.
Earlier in 2025, BetBlocker formally entered the U.S. Market by setting up an entity registered in the state of Delaware.