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    How to choose an online casino safely - a beginner's guide from ValDes!

    ValDes

    By ValDes
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    MacdoniS Ultimate Gambler

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    I suggested this one from the other forums out there! Kudos!  ;) 

    Anyway is this thread is still active? I see many new users out there?

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    ValDes
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    I have always asked myself during all these years what would be if I had never pressed that glossy button "APPLY NOW" at the bottom of my registration form in Bet365 back in 2009! Could it be better o

    ValDes
    ValDes

    Hahaha! Indeed, SlotoHolic! But the deal is a deal and we all have to stick to it, including the casinos. So, not so many options. I'm afraid! BTW, I have answered your question in another thread.

    isaac
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    holy cow this is a lot of good stuff!!! really glad you've found how to find good casinos and not get jipped like so many of us do. you should be given an award for this.

    ValDes Premium Member

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    I suggested this one from the other forums out there! Kudos!  ;) 

     

    Anyway is this thread is still active? I see many new users out there?

     

    Thanks. 

     

    This guide was written long time ago, but I guess it's still adequate enough for beginners in online gambling and that's why I left this thread opened for discussions. 

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    ozhsv Newbie Gambler

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    Great read - thanks

     

    I did however do as you suggested and googled 'black-listed casinos' and found 2 x casinos listed ie Jackpot City (on which I recently won $4000 and was paid without any issues) and Slotsmillion from which I have recently walked away with $200 & $400 (which were both paid out to me within 24 hours of my request). In view of this I think the addage 'dont believe everything you read' comes to mind.

    cocopop3011 Premium Member

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    Great read - thanks

     

    I did however do as you suggested and googled 'black-listed casinos' and found 2 x casinos listed ie Jackpot City (on which I recently won $4000 and was paid without any issues) and Slotsmillion from which I have recently walked away with $200 & $400 (which were both paid out to me within 24 hours of my request). In view of this I think the addage 'dont believe everything you read' comes to mind.

     

    Yep, and neither of these casinos are blacklisted here either  :p

    ValDes Premium Member

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    Great read - thanks

     

    I did however do as you suggested and googled 'black-listed casinos' and found 2 x casinos listed ie Jackpot City (on which I recently won $4000 and was paid without any issues) and Slotsmillion from which I have recently walked away with $200 & $400 (which were both paid out to me within 24 hours of my request). In view of this I think the addage 'dont believe everything you read' comes to mind.

     

    Thanks for the kind words, your feedback is appreciated. :)

     

    When it comes to blacklisted casinos, I guess you won't find two gambling related websites with identical ones, simply because all of them are applying their own criteria when deciding which casino deserves to go there... However, at more careful reading you will most probably notice that a huge part of these blacklists are matching and contain same casino names - proven rogue casinos usually. 

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    Azzthatch Fresh Gambler

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    I would personally stick to reputable names within the industry, so in the UK that's Stan James (of course), Bet365, William Hill, Ladbrokes etc etc.

     

    If you do come across a Casino you are not familiar with and a promotional offer that's too good to be true, it usually is!

    LeoDubbed Gambling is my Life

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    I always check their layouts, how their websites look like. The amount of their games and of course the provider. If they spent a lot of cash for their company then to me they are safe to play with.

    I am not saying that cheaper ones are not to be trusted but the chance is there.

    Or just read the reviews from forums etc.

    cocopop3011 Premium Member

    cocopop3011

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    I would personally stick to reputable names within the industry, so in the UK that's Stan James (of course), Bet365, William Hill, Ladbrokes etc etc.

     

    If you do come across a Casino you are not familiar with and a promotional offer that's too good to be true, it usually is!

     

    A few years ago I'd play anywhere, I couldn't sign up to enough new casinos. Literally one after the other in search of a welcome bonus on every deposit. Now the thought if finding a new casino just doesn't bode well with me, I've become very cautious and stick now to my regulars.

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    SlotCop Newbie Gambler

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    Hey Valdes, I just read your lengthy and detailed post and wow, the message and the lesson you're trying to impose is just terrific! Thanks for such wonderful sharing :) Plenty of online casinos across the world take advantage of gambling addicts and their bank accounts. Usually before I sign up for a certain casino, I would read plenty of reviews about that casino from other gamblers so I would be sure that my hard-earned cash wouldn't be placed at great risk.

    ValDes Premium Member

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    Hey Valdes, I just read your lengthy and detailed post and wow, the message and the lesson you're trying to impose is just terrific! Thanks for such wonderful sharing :) Plenty of online casinos across the world take advantage of gambling addicts and their bank accounts. Usually before I sign up for a certain casino, I would read plenty of reviews about that casino from other gamblers so I would be sure that my hard-earned cash wouldn't be placed at great risk.

     

    Yeah, although I wrote that guide couple of years ago it is still adequate as little or nothing has been changed ever since when it comes to online casinos. Unfortunately... :(

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    ValDes Premium Member

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    rule # 2 is very important

    loved it thanks

     

    Glad to hear you find that old guide to be still helpful.... Unfortunately, the industry didn't evolve much over the last couple of years when it comes to getting rid of the 'rotten apples', isn't it? :( 

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    Mobcasinos Fresh Gambler

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    With reference to rule number 3, this matter should really be taken seriously by all beginners for their own safety in the playing field. Serious and mindful considerations should always be paramount to the person who will play before making any banking with the casino especially in making deposits. Also, take note of the fees for depositing and withdrawing, though its seldom nowadays, better be informed than sorry. 

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    clubtall Newbie Gambler

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    RULE №2 –FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF CAREFULLY WITH THE CASINO TERMS AND CONDITIONS!

    NICE)

    A lot of people on forums ask stupid questions which basically cross with page of casino terms and condition)

    When somebody told on forum about windrow - it's look like this man never read casino rules(

    thanks for information, it's full, and it's possible to use for explain how to do this step by step)

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    Mateo Newbie Gambler

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    Hey guys. I would like to ask for your advice. I am new here and recently I have been carpooling and one man recommended me one online casino. It is called casino guru. IDK whether you know it or not.  I have no experience choosing an online casino I am not sure I could trust this man, that is why I am looking for some information maybe review of this online casino. Do you have any experience with it? Don't you know where I could find any reviews regarding this casino? Or is there any page where I could write my question? Or what kind of online casino wuld you reccomend to someone who starts playing?

    Thanks in advance.

    Mateo_p

    pinnit2015 Premium Member

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    Never heard of it and I know most casinos.

    The one you've called is an affiliate review site....are you sure you're not trying to promote it?? Some dubious reviews on there as well - 888 with a 4.2/5? Someone must have a sense of humour.

     

    cocopop3011 Premium Member

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    9 hours ago, Mateo said:

    Hey guys. I would like to ask for your advice. I am new here and recently I have been carpooling and one man recommended me one online casino. It is called casino guru. IDK whether you know it or not.  I have no experience choosing an online casino I am not sure I could trust this man, that is why I am looking for some information maybe review of this online casino. Do you have any experience with it? Don't you know where I could find any reviews regarding this casino? Or is there any page where I could write my question? Or what kind of online casino wuld you reccomend to someone who starts playing?

    Thanks in advance.

    Mateo_p

    Well considering you haven't actually mentioned a casino, I'd hazard a guess Pinnit is right above with his note. 

     

    Also why are you carpooling with someone you can't trust?! 

    pinnit2015 Premium Member

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    2 hours ago, cocopop3011 said:

    Well considering you haven't actually mentioned a casino, I'd hazard a guess Pinnit is right above with his note. 

     

    Also why are you carpooling with someone you can't trust?! 

    Haha good catch, never noticed that....

    Chosing a casino may be the least of his problems when the guy says ‘yes, I know this isn’t a main road: it’s a shortcut, trust me’

    Eek

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