In a significant development for responsible gambling in Europe, Denmark’s national self-exclusion register, ROFUS, has officially surpassed 60,000 registered individuals.
The Danish Gambling Authority, Spillemyndigheden, confirmed the milestone was reached on May 1, 2025, highlighting the growing public awareness and effectiveness of the country’s player protection framework.
First established in 2012, ROFUS serves as a critical tool for player safety. It operates as a single point of registration for individuals wishing to voluntarily block themselves from all forms of licensed gambling throughout Denmark.
The comprehensive block covers online casinos and betting sites, land-based casinos, and placing bets with licensed retail outlets.
The system is designed with flexibility in mind, offering users a range of options from a 24-hour cooling-off period to temporary bans of up to six months, as well as a permanent exclusion that requires a minimum one-year period before an individual can even request reinstatement.
Analysis of the registration data has revealed a clear demographic trend, pointing to a need for targeted outreach. Young men are disproportionately represented on the register, with 58% of all registered male users being under the age of 40. This is even more pronounced in the under-20 age bracket, where men account for a staggering 96% of all registrants.
In response to these specific findings, the Danish Gambling Authority has sharpened its focus on educational campaigns aimed at younger demographics.
Initiatives such as the ‘Take it easy with ROFUS’ campaign are designed to destigmatize the act of self-exclusion and promote the register as a proactive tool for maintaining personal control over one’s gambling habits.
This responsible gambling milestone is particularly noteworthy when viewed against the backdrop of the country’s thriving commercial market.
With gross gaming revenue reporting a strong 11.6% year-on-year increase in April 2025, the parallel growth in ROFUS registrations suggests that Denmark’s regulatory model is successfully fostering a balanced ecosystem where market growth and robust player protection measures can coexist.
