Online Casino safety tips

Here are our top tips for staying safe whilst gambling online. Follow these basic guidelines (which we use when selecting casinos to feature here on BonusCanada.com) and you should be ok!

Do your research

It’s always wise to check out a casino’s credentials before you sign up or deposit any cash with them. Online forums and review sites are a good place to start as you’ll find real players’ feedback and experiences which should give you a good idea as to a casino’s reputation. If you keep coming across negative reviews, steer clear!

Check for the relevant gambling license

Most casinos will proudly display these on their homepage or at the very least you’ll find details in their ‘About Us’ section or FAQs. If they’re unlicensed, there’s no one to go to for help if you have any issues or can’t get your cash out.

Look for legitimate contact details

Do they have a contact email, phone number or live chat facility where you can get it touch if you need help? If there’s no contact details, don’t even go there!

Is the site secure?

Does the padlock symbol appear at the top of your browser? Most internet search engines will quickly recognise an unsecured site. Most casinos use Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption technology to keep your data safe, make sure you look for this before you enter any personal or banking details.

Are the payment methods secure?

Check what payment methods are accepted, you need to know that your money will be safely transferred and that you can get it back again easily if you need to. You can usually find logos of the accepted payment methods at the bottom of a casinos homepage or within their ‘Banking’ section. Choose a recognised method for your country.

Don’t share your passwords

Online fraud is an all too common occurrence these days, be sure to never provide anyone with your passwords, keep them safe and change them regularly.

If you have any concerns at all over the safety of an online casino or it just doesn’t feel right then our advice would be to steer well clear. There are plenty of reputable casinos out there where you can enjoy online gambling in a safe, secure and above all fun environment.

Check out some of our Canadian casino reviews to find out more about our featured casinos.