How to Delete Your Sportsbet Account
Complete step-by-step guide to permanently close your Sportsbet gambling account.
Quick Overview
15-30 minutes
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Jan 2026
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Quick Action: Delete Your Sportsbet Account
Follow these essential steps to request account deletion. Most users can complete this in under 5 minutes.
How to Delete Your Sportsbet Account
Australia's Largest Bookmaker
Sportsbet is Australia's largest online bookmaker, owned by Flutter Entertainment (the same company behind FanDuel, Paddy Power, and Betfair). Licensed by the Northern Territory Racing Commission, Sportsbet offers sports betting and racing markets. Australian gambling regulations provide strong consumer protections, making account deletion straightforward.
Strong Australian Consumer Protections
Good news: Sportsbet operates under strict Australian gambling regulations. The Northern Territory Racing Commission requires licensed operators to honor account closure requests and provide comprehensive responsible gambling tools.
Step 1: Prepare Your Account
Before requesting account closure, complete these important steps:
- Withdraw all funds - Process all pending withdrawals from your account
- Wait for bets to settle - Ensure all open bets on sports and racing have settled
- Save transaction history - Download your betting history and transaction records for tax purposes
- Check bonus requirements - Understand that pending bonuses will be forfeited
- Note your account details - Save your username, email, and phone number for the request
Step 2: Close Your Account
Option A: Live Chat (Recommended)
- Log into your Sportsbet account
- Click on Help or the chat icon
- Select Live Chat option
- Request permanent account closure
- Complete identity verification when requested
Script to use:
"I would like to permanently close my Sportsbet account. This is not a temporary break - I want my account fully closed. I have withdrawn all funds and my bets have settled."
Option B: Phone Support
Call: 1800 990 907 (24/7, free call within Australia)
This is a free call within Australia and available around the clock. Be prepared to verify your identity with security questions.
Option C: Email Request
Account Deletion Email
UrgentCopy this email template to request permanent account deletion
Send to: help@sportsbet.com.au
Instructions:
- Copy the email content above
- Send from the email address associated with your Sportsbet account
- Keep a copy of your sent email for records
- Follow up if you don't receive a response within 7-14 days
BetStop - National Self-Exclusion Register
Australia-Wide Self-Exclusion
BetStop is Australia's National Self-Exclusion Register. By registering with BetStop, you can self-exclude from ALL Australian licensed online wagering providers at once - not just Sportsbet.
How to Register with BetStop
- Online: Visit www.betstop.gov.au
- Phone: Call 1800 238 786
- Choose exclusion period: Minimum 3 months, up to lifetime
- Provide ID: You'll need to verify your identity
Benefits of BetStop:
- Excludes you from ALL Australian licensed wagering services
- One registration covers every licensed operator
- Cannot be overridden by individual bookmakers
- Free government service
- Includes online and phone betting
Self-Exclusion Through Sportsbet
If you only want to exclude from Sportsbet specifically:
- Log into your account
- Navigate to My Account > Responsible Gambling
- Select Take a Break or Self-Exclusion
- Choose your exclusion period:
- 24 hours, 7 days, 30 days, 90 days
- 1 year, 2 years, 5 years
- Permanent exclusion
Self-Exclusion vs Account Closure
- Self-Exclusion: Blocks access but keeps account data; you cannot reverse it early
- Account Closure: Permanently removes your account and data
- If you're struggling with gambling, self-exclusion or BetStop may be more appropriate than simple account closure
Expected Timeline
- Live chat/phone: Immediate to 24 hours for initial processing
- Email request: 1-3 business days for response
- Full closure: 3-7 business days
- BetStop registration: Takes effect within 24 hours
Support Contact
Email: help@sportsbet.com.au Phone: 1800 990 907 (Free call, 24/7) Live Chat: Available 24/7 through website and app Response Time: Usually same day for live chat/phone; 1-2 business days for email
Need Help Right Now?
If you're struggling with gambling, help is available 24/7:
Gambling Help Online: 1800 858 858 Free, confidential counselling available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention
BetStop Registration: 1800 238 786 or www.betstop.gov.au National self-exclusion from all Australian wagering providers
Gambler's Help: www.gamblershelp.com.au Support services including counselling and financial assistance
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