FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

GamBlock® relationships with other organizations or companies

Q: Does GamBlock® provide financial incentive to any gamblers' help organizations in return for referrals?

Q: Does GamBlock® receive incentives from spyware removal companies in return for referrals?

GamBlock® Mobile

Q: How do I install GamBlock® Mobile on my phone or device?

Q: I want to purchase GamBlock® Mobile. How do I go about it?

Q: How do I send a screen shot from my mobile phone or device?

Removal during a license period

Q: How do I remove GamBlock®?

Q: I am selling my hardware. Will you remove GamBlock®?

Q: I have started working in the gambling industry. Will you remove GamBlock®?

Q: The gambler no longer uses the computer(s) mobile phone(s) or device(s). Will you remove GamBlock®?

Q: The gambler has left the small business/moved out of home. Will you remove GamBlock®?

Sites and activities

Q: Does GamBlock® block eBay or gambling exclusion sites?

Q: What does GamBlock® block?

Q: Does GamBlock® stop any site containing the word “gambling”?

Q: Will I be able to play free games?

Q: Does GamBlock® deny access to help sites?

Q: Why does GamBlock® activate occasionally when I am not visiting a gambling site?

Q: I purchased GamBlock® to block online poker. Why won't you unblock fantasy games as I do not have a problem in this area?

Q: I accidentally ticked the box to block Sports Scores during installation. Can you alter my choice?

Q: Can you unblock my computer from a gambling site so that I can finalize my dealings with them?

Keeping GamBlock® updated

Q: I do not have the current version of GamBlock®. Is that a problem as GamBlock® is working fine?

Q: My licence has expired. Why am I still being blocked?

Q: What should I do before sending a non-gambling report?

Protect your PC, Money and Personal Details (not applicable to mobile phones or devices)

Q: How do I use Avast?

Q: How do I use SpywareGuard?

Q: How do I use Ad-Aware?

Q: How do I use SpywareBlaster?

Q: Can you help me remove irresponsible gambling software or crimeware?

Q: I can't uninstall gambling software from “Add or Remove Programs” in Control Panel. Can you help me?

Q: My friend is very good with computers. Should I let my friend have a look at my computer?

Q: I chat with a friend who is very good with computers. Should I take their advice?

Q: I am inexperienced with computers. Can I configure my computer incorrectly?

Miscellaneous

Q: Why is image verification required when contacting GamBlock®?

Q: I purchased GamBlock® to stop my partner gambling. Can you change my setup selection?

Q: Does gambling legislation protect me online?

Q: How do I hide GamBlock® from other people?

Q: I did not download after purchasing. Do I need to pay again?

Q: Will GamBlock® help me?

Q: Does GamBlock® have a mission statement?

Q: Does GamBlock® use email templates?

Q: Why do I need to provide a secondary email address?

Q: How will I know when it is time for renewal?

Q: Do I receive a discount for renewing my licence?

Q: How do I stop the registration page appearing?

Q: Can I buy GamBlock® for a family member or friend?

Q: Do you have phone support?

Q: Do you ever terminate technical support?

Q: Why is GamBlock® not responding to my emails?

Q: Will GamBlock® work with my browser?