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How
to Verify the Credentials of an Online Casino
From
Roberts Belickis.
December 2020.
The online gambling industry doesn’t have the cleanest
reputation as even half-a-decade ago punters were
asked to download questionable software teaming with
malware while marketing was a little more than affiliate
spam. It was the Wild West as you can imagine and
thankfully that’s no longer the case.
However, a few websites still haven’t got the memo
and that is where the trouble lies. If you’re new
to iGaming there are certain factors to consider before
jumping on to the bandwagon, and the list includes
analyzing the legitimacy of the casino, reading their
Terms of Use, and analyzing if it’s the right one
for you.
And today, we want to provide you a number of details
to check.
Top 5 Tips to Avoid Online Casino Scams
1. Look for Dedicated Customer Support – A
genuine online casino will have a transparent and
convenient gateway leading to its customer support
staff. It’s a crucial part of the verification process.
Enthusiastic punters are advised to keep a close watch
on how a casino deals with its customers to analyze
its credibility. The best way to test this is to send
a message to the contact details. If the site fails
to revert, you have your answer.
2. Run a Quick Search on Google – A simple
Google search can answer a lot of questions. Try searching
for the shortlisted casinos on Google and you should
have your answer rather quickly. Review websites and
forums are the best places to start your quest as
these usually have genuine comments from users with
the first-hand experience. However, one cannot be
100% sure simply by reading reviews as they aren’t
always unbiased opinions.
3. Check out their Gaming Portfolio – Verified
casinos will have an entire list of the top games
from leading manufacturers. It’s a great idea to begin
by sifting through the games listed on the platform.
Veteran gamblers will be familiar with the top games
of the decade. Amateurs might need to cross-reference
with Google to get past this step. Don’t forget to
search for a badge of legitimacy on the About Us page
as verified casinos will get their games tested for
fairness periodically and flaunt the badge of approval.
4. Verified Payment Methods – While wire transfer,
debit, and credit cards are the norm, the highest-rated
casinos will often go a step further to ensure maximum
convenience for the patrons. A few common payment
methods include eWallets, virtual Visa cards, cryptocurrencies,
and mobile payments to name a few. While not all casinos
will accept every payment method listed above, you’ll
find a majority of them being used across reputed
casinos.
5. Look Out for Bonus and Promotions – Online
casino bonuses and promotions can often be a golden
trap. Therefore, don’t forget to check out the casino’s
wagering requirements before signing up. If a casino
is offering unbelievably high joining bonuses or excessive
wagering limits, chances are you’ve stumbled upon
a scam. However, that is not a thumb rule as some
operators might offer limited-period deals to grab
attention. So, make sure to analyze the facts before
jumping to a conclusion.
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