Interactive Gambling Act
Interactive Gambling Act 2001 is a key Australian federal law governing the field of online gambling. It was adopted to protect citizens from illegal gambling and ensure a responsible, safe and regulated play space.
The law applies to online casinos, bookmakers, poker platforms and any other interactive gaming services available online.
Main provisions of IGA:
What does this mean for the player?
You have the right to participate in online gambling if the operator is allowed by law
Do not play on sites that do not comply with the IGA - such sites may be blocked
Before you sign up, it's important to check if a site is on the ACMA blacklist
The law aims to protect your data, transparency of conditions and prevent gambling addiction
How does IGA protect players?
Obliges providers to provide risk information
Supports self-limiting and self-locking tools
Prohibits aggressive marketing and hidden conditions
Supports anti-gambling programs
Recommendations:
Conclusion:
The law applies to online casinos, bookmakers, poker platforms and any other interactive gaming services available online.
Main provisions of IGA:
- It is illegal to offer online casinos and slot machines to Australian players unless the operator has an Australian licence.
- It is allowed to provide services to Australians in the field of sports betting and lotteries - but only subject to strict conditions.
- Advertising for unlicensed gaming platforms is banned in Australia.
- Players are not responsible if they play on a prohibited platform - the responsibility lies with the operator.
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) monitors compliance with the law and can block sites and fine violators.
What does this mean for the player?
You have the right to participate in online gambling if the operator is allowed by law
Do not play on sites that do not comply with the IGA - such sites may be blocked
Before you sign up, it's important to check if a site is on the ACMA blacklist
The law aims to protect your data, transparency of conditions and prevent gambling addiction
How does IGA protect players?
Obliges providers to provide risk information
Supports self-limiting and self-locking tools
Prohibits aggressive marketing and hidden conditions
Supports anti-gambling programs
Recommendations:
- 1. Play only with licensed operators
- 2. Check the legality of the site through the official ACMA resource (https ://www. acma. gov. au)
- 3. Do not use VPN to circumvent restrictions - this may violate local laws
- 4. Check out Responsible Play and Safety on our website
Conclusion:
- The Interactive Gambling Act is not a ban on gambling, but a framework of honesty and safety.
- It protects players from fraud, regulates the market and gives confidence that the game is taking place in the legal field. If you value transparency - compliance with the IGA is the key to trust and calm.
