98 Top Casinos & Betting Companies

What to check before signing up with a casino or betting site

Gambling sites are only open to adults, and the rules about who may offer them differ widely from one country, state or province to the next. A site that is legal in one place may not be allowed to serve players where you live. Start there, before looking at games or bonuses.

Licensing and where the operator is based

A licensed operator normally shows its licence number and the name of the regulator in the site footer or terms. Look that licence up on the regulator's own website and check that the company name matches. CandorRated company pages add some context: who appears to run the website, how long the domain has been registered and which contact details are published.

Withdrawals matter more than deposits

• Identity checks: most licensed sites must verify your identity, often before your first withdrawal. Completing this early avoids delays later.
• Limits and timings: look for daily or monthly withdrawal caps and how long payouts take for each payment method.
• Fees: some sites charge for withdrawals or for inactive accounts.
• Payment method rules: you may have to withdraw to the same method you deposited with.

Bonus terms

Welcome offers usually carry wagering requirements: you must bet a multiple of the bonus, and sometimes the deposit, before any winnings can be withdrawn. Read the maximum bet while a bonus is active, which games count toward wagering, and any cap on winnings from bonus funds. Breaking these terms is one of the most common reasons players report having winnings removed.

Frequent complaints and how to protect yourself

• Accounts closed after a win: often linked to bonus terms, identity documents or rules about multiple accounts. Keep screenshots of your balance and messages.
• Crypto-only sites: these can be harder to hold to account if something goes wrong, and transfers usually cannot be reversed.
• Sweepstakes and social casinos: they work on a different model from real-money casinos, with their own rules on prizes and redemption. Read how prize redemption works before buying coin packages.
• Chasing losses: use deposit limits, time-outs and self-exclusion tools. If gambling stops being fun, many countries have free support services you can contact.

You can filter this category by country to see operators that list your location. That listing is not a statement that a site is licensed or legal for you, so always check the regulator yourself.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know if an online casino is licensed?

Find the licence details on the site, then search the regulator's public register for the same company and web address. If you cannot find either, treat that as a reason for caution.

Why is my withdrawal taking so long?

Common causes are pending identity checks, unmet wagering requirements or the processing time of your payment method. Ask support for the specific reason in writing.

Can I set limits on my own account?

Most licensed sites let you set deposit, loss or time limits and take a break or self-exclude. Look in your account settings or the responsible gambling page.