Australia’s national self-exclusion scheme for online and phone wagering, BetStop, recorded 59,830 total registrations by the end of the third quarter of the 2025–2026 financial year, according to data published by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).
The scheme, which launched on 21 August 2023, allows individuals to block access to all licensed wagering operators across the country.
As of 31 March 2026, 37,247 people remained actively self-excluded, while 22,583 had either completed their exclusion period or cancelled their registration early.
New South Wales accounted for the highest number of registrations, with 18,601 individuals signing up since launch. Victoria followed with 16,063 registrations, while Queensland recorded 12,310.
Western Australia reported 6,203 registrations, with smaller totals across South Australia, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory and the Northern Territory.
Quarterly data shows that registrations have continued across each reporting period. In Q3 FY 2025–2026, 4,971 new registrations were recorded, following 5,477 in Q2 and 4,541 in Q1.
The data also includes breakdowns by age group and selected exclusion durations, indicating varying engagement across demographics and timeframes.
Users can choose exclusion periods ranging from short-term blocks to permanent self-exclusion, depending on individual preference.
BetStop forms part of Australia’s national framework for responsible gambling measures, applying to all licensed online and telephone betting providers.
Once registered, individuals are prevented from opening new accounts or placing bets with these operators for the duration of their exclusion.
The ACMA has positioned the register as a central mechanism for individuals seeking to manage their gambling activity, with operators required to enforce exclusions under regulatory oversight.
The latest BetStop figures follow broader regulatory developments in Australia, including proposed restrictions on gambling advertising. A recent government analysis found that planned reforms could reduce national gambling spending by 0.8%, with stricter measures such as a full advertising ban expected to deliver greater social impact despite higher costs for industry participants.
BetStop applies to all licensed online and phone wagering operators in Australia
