Investigative journalism & offshore structures
Gerard Ryle
Investigative journalist who led international reporting teams on the Panama Papers, Paradise Papers and Pandora Papers.
Expert profile Photo: ICIJ THE PLAYER’S RESEARCH DESK
Know more.
Before you play.
The casino, the conditions, the catch.
Put the details side by side and make your own call.
01 / CASINO DIRECTORY
Compare online casinos.
A practical shortlist. Open a profile or select up to three to compare.
DEMO DATAIllustrative scores and conditions. Check current operator terms.
No profiles match those filters.
Try another country or remove a payment filter.
Our editorial score and player feedback have different roles.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE RESEARCH
Meet the experts.
Investigative reporting, operator research and game mathematics.
Investigative reporting & documentary research
Iain Overton
Investigative journalist, filmmaker and author, with reporting experience at the BBC, ITN and Al Jazeera.
Expert profile Photo: Iain Overton
Game mathematics & game development
Olaf Vancura, PhD
Physicist, game designer and co-author of Knock-Out Blackjack with Ken Fuchs; his work spans gaming research and product development.
Expert profile Photo: Pace-O-MaticExpert profiles selected for this client preview. The illustrative casino scores are not assessments by these experts.
02 / BEHIND THE SCORE
A review should
show its working.
One number can’t tell the whole story. Our review format separates what is documented, what needs checking and what a player has experienced.
No paid score upgradesSources & dates visibleCorrections welcomed
ANATOMY OF A FINDINGIllustrative example
“How long will a withdrawal take?”
01
THE CLAIM
Marketing“Fast withdrawals” on a casino’s homepage.
02
THE CHECK
SourceProcessing time, KYC, payment method and limits in the withdrawal policy.
03
THE FINDING
ContextSeparate the operator’s processing window from the time your bank needs.
03 / BONUS EXPLAINER
Casino bonuses & conditions.
Three sample offers. The conditions belong next to the headline.
MATCH BONUSExample
100% match
up to €100
An extra balance with conditions attached.
- Wagering
- 35× bonus
- Minimum deposit
- €20
- Time to complete
- 7 days
The detail to notice€100 bonus means €3,500 in qualifying wagers.
FREE SPINSExample
50 spins
at €0.10 each
The spin count doesn’t tell you its full value.
- Nominal spin value
- €5 total
- Eligible games
- Selected titles
- Winnings conditions
- May apply
The detail to noticeCheck any cap on winnings and the withdrawal rules.
NO WAGERINGExample
0× wagering.
Still read the terms.
One restriction removed doesn’t remove them all.
- Wagering
- None in example
- Eligibility
- Country-specific
- Other restrictions
- Check full terms
The detail to noticeDeposit requirements and maximum withdrawals can still matter.
Educational examples only. No live promotions or operator sign-up links are offered in this preview.
04 / GAME LIBRARY
Casino games by provider.
Explore the artwork and providers. Learn what to check before playing.
RTP isn’t a promise.
Return to player is a long-run theoretical measure. It cannot predict what you will win or lose in a session.
05 / THE PLAYER’S HANDBOOK
Practical guides for players.
Start with the practical questions, from your first check to your first withdrawal.
THE PRE-DEPOSIT CHECKLIST07
YOUR NEXT CASINO
01 Operator & licence✓02 Withdrawal rules✓03 Limits & support✓04 Terms that matter?START HERE · CHECKLISTSeven things to check
Seven things to check
before your first deposit.
A familiar logo and a large bonus aren’t enough. Here’s what to look for — and where to find it.
06 / PLAYER PERSPECTIVES
What players are asking.
Discussion starters on payments, terms and account controls.
07 / GOOD TO KNOW
Before you
make a choice.
Clear expectations about the information you’re reading.
Does a high score mean a casino is risk-free?+
No. Gambling carries financial risk, and a review cannot guarantee an individual outcome. A score should help you understand documented findings, not replace your own checks or spending limits. Scores in this preview are illustrative.
Why does my country matter?+
The same brand may operate through different legal entities with different rules, payment methods and product availability. The country selector here filters sample editions; it is not an eligibility or legal check.
How should I use casino comparisons?+
Compare the conditions that affect your decision: country edition, operator, payment options, verification and limits. Open the full terms when a detail is important. Our demo comparison illustrates this workflow with clearly marked example profiles.
Are these real reviews and offers?+
This is a design preview. Scores, profile conditions and offers are sample data. Game artwork and brand names illustrate the format; there are no live promotions, gambling transactions or submitted player reviews.
Can an operator pay for a higher score?+
The proposed CasinoProof editorial policy separates commercial relationships from assessment. Before launch, any affiliate relationships, review methodology and evidence would need to be published. No affiliate links are active in this preview.
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Keep play in perspective.
Gambling is entertainment with a cost, never a way to earn money. Set a budget, take breaks, and stop if it stops being enjoyable.