Malware, credit card theft, and hacking incidents are all increasing according to multiple studies. If you use the Internet, more so online casinos, you can't take any chances on your security. And who understands this better than Erik King, a man who interacts with gambling sites every day?
We recently contacted King for an interview and asked him to share his top six tips on the best practice to play online casino games safely.
#1: Play in Reputable Casinos Only
A casino's reputation is an essential mark of whether it's worth your time or not, says King. With so many gambling sites on the Internet, it's easy for new players to get overwhelmed and pick the wrong casino.
"We've got casinos coming up every month. This can be overwhelming for new players who may not be able to differentiate two well-designed websites," King explains. "The best way to find the most suitable casino for you is to check the reputation of multiple platforms.
King offers several variable ways of evaluating a casino's reputation. First, you can visit casino review websites like Beaverslots.com/casino. Because these platforms also have a reputation to maintain, they recommend the most trusted gambling sites online.
Some casino review websites also blacklist unsafe, scam gaming sites. This way, you can know which websites you should avoid and which ones you can join. Another way to examine the reputation of a platform is to check players' experiences with casinos on review forums.
#2: Always Play in a Licensed Casino
Nearly all reputable casinos are licensed according to King. But if you ever come across a nice-looking site whose reputation you're unsure about, start by checking whether it holds a license. According to the Zamsino editor, most unlicensed platforms are unsafe and not worth your money.
Malta, the UKGC, Gibraltar, and Curacao are the most well-known online casino regulators. The first two organizations are outstandingly reputable and don't license companies unless they meet strict security measures.
"Lately, we've seen more countries emerge as online casino registration destinations. The UK and Malta remain the most respected regulators, but Curacao shouldn't be underestimated," the editor reveals.
Casino regulators play a vital role in helping weed out rogue platforms. By overseeing a casino's operations and penalizing rule-breakers, Malta and the UK help protect vulnerable players from being exploited.
#3: Use e-wallets for Payments
Although credit and debit cards are prominent payment options on gambling sites, King suggests the faster e-wallet options. His reasons have little to do with their speed, though.
"Although e-wallets are impressive fast, there are more reasons why I recommend them over debit card payments. Unlike your debit card, a compromise on an e-wallet like Skrill will rarely affect your bank account," he says.
By comparison, sharing your debit card information may affect your bank account as hackers could wipe out your bank balances."
Neteller, PayPal, Skrill, EcoPayz, and Paysafecard are the most prominent e-wallets on top tier casinos. If you bank with one of the options, you'll have plenty of gambling sites willing to accept your deposits. Most of these payments are also cheaper, which should help you save on deposit and withdrawal fees.
#4: Safeguard your Data
"Online security is as much your duty as it is for the casino. The website should keep your data privately and enforce security measures to protect your information from hackers," King says. "But similarly, you have a lot to do secure your casino accounts."
Setting strong passwords for all your online accounts is the first step toward securing your accounts. If you use the same login details on all your favorite casinos, replace them with unique passwords. King recommends you use a password manager if you fear having too many login details may be confusing.
Still on securing your information, the editor suggests you avoid sites that share your data. Unless you're okay with gambling sites sharing and potentially misusing your data, play on Zamsino casinos known for their strong data privacy policies.
#5: Keep Records
Most gamblers, according to King, don't keep their records, and this can become a problem later on when they decide to re-evaluate their past gambling habits.
"If you haven't been keeping records, you can't use them to hone your gambling skills later in life. If you want to examine your casino finances, you'll have nothing to look at."
According to the Zamsino editor, records are immensely crucial in the life of an online gambler. Whether you gamble for fun or it's your career, King suggests you learn to keep documents in life. You can use them to form gambling patterns and better your skills. As mentioned above also, they could come in handy when you want to compare your profits versus losses over the months.
# Stay Updated
King's final suggestion for gambling safely is simple: stay up to date with news. Visit casino forums frequently to find out what players' experiences with more casinos. Learn new security tips and change your passwords occasionally.
If you use downloadable casino apps, update them frequently. You want to stay ahead of hackers and malware sites. If you slack and remain with old software for too long, it could spell trouble to your security.
"Casino technology is continuously changing. The best practices today may become obsolete tomorrow," King explains.
"Online casinos don't remain the same for long. Your favorite casino could rogue to the least of your expectations. It could deteriorate in service delivery or fail to renew its license. It's up to you know these things so that you don't stick too long to get defrauded by a platform you once trusted."
To Conclude
Despite the many changes the online casino industry has undergone, online security remains a top concern for many players. In our interview with King, it became clear that you must skillful in how you choose casinos. Otherwise, you could end up getting scammed.
King shared some valuable tips like securing your accounts with strong passwords. When picking gambling sites, examine their reputations and licenses.
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