FAQ
How do I know if an online casino is licensed and legitimate?
Short answer: Check the license number in the site footer against the regulator's own public database — don't just trust a badge or logo.
Detailed explanation
Every legitimate operator displays its license number, usually in the footer, and names the issuing regulator (for example, the UK Gambling Commission, Malta Gaming Authority, or a specific US state regulator). The license number should be independently verifiable on that regulator's own public register — a logo or seal alone proves nothing, since images can be copied. It's also worth checking which testing lab certified the site's games (eCOGRA, GLI, and iTech Labs are the most recognized), and confirming the operator is actually permitted to accept players from your country, since a valid license in one jurisdiction doesn't necessarily cover players elsewhere.