No. Competition winnings are classed as gambling income, which is tax-free in the UK. No need to set up a business or declare it.

Stick to comps with positive reviews (e.g. on TrustPilot). Legally, companies must accept postal entries—but in practice, entries may go missing or get rejected (e.g. due to errors, lost mail, or site oversight). If that happens, a polite follow-up message can help.

Always check the cash value vs resale value. Sometimes it’s better to take the prize and sell it privately for more than the offered cash.

EV helps you work out the long-term value of your entries. For example, if a comp has a 1-in-100 chance of winning a £1,000 prize and costs you £1 to enter, the EV is £10 per £1 spent. This means for every £1 spent entering these comps you’d expect to make £10 going forward (a huge return on your investment!).

Absolutely! Sharing is one of the best parts of comping. It helps others discover new sites (just like you did when you first started), and it builds a stronger, more informed community. The more people involved, the more accountability these companies have — and the more tips, tricks, and wins you’ll all learn from. Comping is always better when done together — the community is the best way to learn and grow.

If you’re worried about your gambling or someone else’s, support is available at BeGambleAware.org or by calling 0808 8020 133. Please gamble responsibly.