Step 1: legal gate
Check whether the product category and exact service are permitted for the reader’s location. In Australia, ACMA identifies online casino games and online pokies as prohibited interactive gambling services.
Step 2: identity
Match brand, domain, company, licence and contract. Similar names or copied logos are not enough.
Step 3: terms and money
Score complete dated terms, deposit and withdrawal routes, fees, verification, limits and dispute options. A promotional cap receives no points when the wagering base or cash-out cap is hidden.
Step 4: product information
Look for search, providers, categories, game rules, RTP version and accessibility. Catalogue size should be dated and sourced.
Step 5: support and controls
Check support traceability, complaint route, time and spend controls, marketing preferences and self-exclusion. Do not award points for a chat icon alone.
Commercial disclosure
If a comparison earns referral commission, that relationship must be visible near the ranking and must not override the scoring method. Referral links are disclosed and do not override the scoring method.