Australia’s national self-exclusion scheme, BetStop, has reported sustained growth, with data showing 59,830 total registrations since its launch in August 2023.
Latest figures from the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) show that 37,247 individuals remained actively self-excluded at the close of March 2026.
Regional and Demographic Engagement
The data reveals that New South Wales leads the nation with over 18,600 BetStop registrations, followed by Victoria (16,063) and Queensland (12,310). The scheme added nearly 5,000 new users in the third quarter of the 2025–26 fiscal year alone, indicating steady, ongoing engagement rather than a launch-related surge.
Under the framework, registrants can choose between fixed-term or permanent exclusion. Once enrolled, all licensed online and phone wagering operators in Australia are legally required to block the user from opening new accounts or placing wagers.
Harm-Reduction in a Changing Market
The growth and the impressive data of BetStop coincides with intense policy debates regarding gambling advertising restrictions in Australia. Government analysis suggests that stricter media controls, combined with robust tools like BetStop, could significantly reduce overall gambling expenditure and protect vulnerable populations.
As the BetStop register nears the 60,000-user milestone, it remains a central pillar of Australia’s harm-reduction strategy in an increasingly digital wagering environment.
