Online Gambling and Digital Risk in the EU

In 2025, 4,200,000 Europeans aged 18–30 used online gambling platforms monthly. The digital participation rate in this group reached 91%. Many young users engage in gambling without risk awareness. This increases financial vulnerability.

Key Data on Usage

Metric	Value
Monthly active users	4,200,000
Multiple account holders	39%
Reported financial loss	27%

Common Knowledge Gaps

31% do not use self-exclusion tools.
18% read platform terms.
42% lack data protection knowledge.

Steps to Reduce Gambling Risk

Track gambling time weekly.
Use payment caps per session.
Review account statements monthly.
Enable multi-factor authentication.
Avoid shared devices.

Gambling platforms now collect large volumes of personal data. Poor regulation increases risk. In 2025, 64% of users confirmed they received no education on gambling risk. Awareness campaigns remain low. Financial loss grows with time spent online. Public institutions must create clear frameworks. Users need tools, not only access. Responsible use must be measurable.