How to check the validity of a casino license
Verifying the validity of an online casino license is a key step before registering and making a deposit. This license confirms that the operator works legally, complies with safety rules and is under the control of the regulator.
1) Where to look for license data
Site basement (footer) - most licensed casinos have a license number, name and logo of the regulator.
A separate page "License" or "Regulation" - found in large operators.
2) What needs to be checked first
1. The license number is a unique identifier assigned to the operator.
2. The name of the regulatory body must coincide with the official one on the regulator's website.
3. Date of issue and validity period - the license must be active.
4. Legal entity - Verify that it matches the owner of the casino.
5. Scope - the license should cover online casinos, not just offline games.
3) How to check the license in the register of the regulator
Go to the official website of the licensing authority (MGA, UKGC, Curacao eGaming, Gibraltar, Isle of Man, etc.).
Locate the Licensee Register or Public Register.
Enter your license number or company name.
Check the received data with the information on the casino website: legal entity, domains, license status.
4) Signs of a fake or invalid license
The regulator's logo on the casino website does not click and does not lead to the official resource.
The license number is missing or duplicated from other sites.
Non-compliance of the legal entity in the register and on the casino website.
License status Suspended, Revoked, or Expired.
5) Important nuances
Some casinos operate on a white-label scheme and use a platform license - in this case, another company will be indicated in the registry, but the casino domain must be included in the list of allowed ones.
When working in different countries, the operator can have several licenses, each of which is checked separately.
A license from a reputable regulator (MGA, UKGC, Gibraltar, Isle of Man) has stricter control than licenses with minimal regulation.
6) The bottom line
Checking the license takes a few minutes, but avoids the risk of playing in an illegal casino. A valid and genuine license is a guarantee that the operator complies with standards of honesty, safety and transparency. The player must always confirm the legality of the site before making funds.
1) Where to look for license data
Site basement (footer) - most licensed casinos have a license number, name and logo of the regulator.
A separate page "License" or "Regulation" - found in large operators.
2) What needs to be checked first
1. The license number is a unique identifier assigned to the operator.
2. The name of the regulatory body must coincide with the official one on the regulator's website.
3. Date of issue and validity period - the license must be active.
4. Legal entity - Verify that it matches the owner of the casino.
5. Scope - the license should cover online casinos, not just offline games.
3) How to check the license in the register of the regulator
Go to the official website of the licensing authority (MGA, UKGC, Curacao eGaming, Gibraltar, Isle of Man, etc.).
Locate the Licensee Register or Public Register.
Enter your license number or company name.
Check the received data with the information on the casino website: legal entity, domains, license status.
4) Signs of a fake or invalid license
The regulator's logo on the casino website does not click and does not lead to the official resource.
The license number is missing or duplicated from other sites.
Non-compliance of the legal entity in the register and on the casino website.
License status Suspended, Revoked, or Expired.
5) Important nuances
Some casinos operate on a white-label scheme and use a platform license - in this case, another company will be indicated in the registry, but the casino domain must be included in the list of allowed ones.
When working in different countries, the operator can have several licenses, each of which is checked separately.
A license from a reputable regulator (MGA, UKGC, Gibraltar, Isle of Man) has stricter control than licenses with minimal regulation.
6) The bottom line
Checking the license takes a few minutes, but avoids the risk of playing in an illegal casino. A valid and genuine license is a guarantee that the operator complies with standards of honesty, safety and transparency. The player must always confirm the legality of the site before making funds.
