Guide Scam Protection
Avoiding Online Casino Scams — Protection Guide
This guide focuses on proactive protection strategies to keep you safe from casino scams before they happen. For a comprehensive overview of common scams and red flags, see our casino scams guide.
Before You Deposit: 5-Minute Verification
Before depositing at any new casino, spend five minutes on these verification steps:
- Google “[casino name] scam” or “[casino name] review”: Look for independent player reports.
- Check the licence: Find the licence number in the footer and verify it with the regulator.
- Open a game and check the info screen: Verify the RTP matches the provider’s published default.
- Test live chat: Ask a specific question and evaluate the response quality.
- Read withdrawal terms: Look for daily/weekly limits, processing times, and any fees.
Safe Deposit Practices
- Never deposit more than A$50 at a new, untested casino
- Test a small withdrawal (A$20–50) before making larger deposits
- Use PayID rather than credit cards for better transaction tracking
- Complete KYC verification before depositing large amounts
- Keep receipts and screenshots of all deposits and withdrawal requests
Ongoing Protection
- Monitor your bank statements for unauthorised charges
- Use unique passwords for each casino account
- Be sceptical of unsolicited bonus offers via email or SMS
- Never click links in emails claiming to be from casinos — go directly to the website
- If a casino pressures you to deposit more to process a withdrawal, it is a scam