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Michigan Gaming Control Board

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Free Gambling Blocking Software for Michigan Residents

The Michigan Gaming Control Board is proud to partner with Gamban to offer free 1-year licenses of its industry-leading gambling blocking software to all Michigan residents, with options ranging from one to five years at no cost.

This initiative strengthens Michigan’s commitment to responsible gaming by providing a simple, effective tool to help individuals limit or stop access to online gambling across all devices.

No Access. No Temptation. No Cost.

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What is Gamban?

Gamban is a powerful application that blocks access to gambling content across your devices.

✔ Online casinos & sports betting
✔ Poker & bingo
✔ Slots & gaming apps
✔ Social casinos
✔ Crypto/NFT gambling

Works on:

iOS
Android
Windows
macOS

Start your FREE one-year membership today

How to Get Your Free License

Step 1: Visit Michigan.gov/MGCB

Step 2: Select the Gamban free license offer  

Step 3: Create a Gamban account  

Step 4: Download and install on your devices  
“Michigan is committed to ensuring that the expansion of legal gaming comes with the strongest possible safeguards for our residents, Our partnership with Gamban gives anyone who wants help a free, proven tool to block access to online gambling — instantly and across all their devices.”

- MGCB Executive Director Henry Williams

Problem Gambling Helpline and Resources

When individuals call 1-800-GAMBLER, they are connected to Michigan’s Problem Gambling Helpline, which provides 24/7 support and resources for those experiencing a gambling problem or who are concerned about someone they know. Trained professionals under contract with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) respond by phone or virtually, coordinate initial consultations with qualified counselors, offer information about financial assistance, and oversee ongoing treatment for clients when necessary. For additional information, visit the MDHHS website.

Other Resources

In addition to the MDHHS website, you may find the following programs to be helpful. We provide this information not as an endorsement, but to help you decide which programs, if any, might be helpful for your particular needs.

  • Gam-Anon For family members and friends of the compulsive gambler.
  • Gamblers Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share experiences, strength and hope with each other.
  • National Council on Problem Gambling, a non-profit health agency, disseminates information about problem/compulsive gambling, and promotes the development of services.