Certification
It is crucially important for online casinos and online poker rooms to demonstrate trustworthy behavior to their players. It is critical for reputable gambling websites to deliver fast, secure and quick transactions and fair play. Otherwise it is impossible to drive loyal gamblers to their business. That is the main reason why they should struggle in order to overcome security and integrity issues.
Online casinos, poker rooms and sportsbooks are highly advised to pass certification process from a third party testing companies, as it helps to establish high trust to their brand on the one hand and prevent frauds and unlawful interference on the other. Not only do certification companies prove honesty of online casino activities, but also reveal the gaps in casino security. While the foremost security issue faces by online gambling involves online funds transfer, they do not stop here. In the way similar to traditional casinos, cheats will attempt to steal from both the player and the casino.
Apart from money transfer security, honesty of an online casino is one of the most important issues. Players need to have visible and unquestionable proofs of full commitment to fair play of an online casino operator. The integrity of online gambling is an extremely controversial area, as some major online gambling operators have been publically uncovered of having criminal histories that include bank fraud and association with organized crime. While not readily exposed, problems with other online gambling websites have included allegations of cheating and some documented cases where deposits or winnings were never paid. That is why all players are rightly concerned that operators honestly conduct their business. Online gamble games rely on the honesty of the gambling software, because the portion of chance is controlled by electronic random number generator. For that reason the RNG needs to be 100% to guarantee fair play.
All the factors mentioned above condition the necessity of certificated documented proofs of online gambling software. These kinds of certificates are issued by third party testing and certification companies, which can be subdivided into 2 major groups:
- Responsible gambling assuring companies. These inspect online casinos on the issue of complying with all rules and regulations of legal and honest conduct of online gambling. They check if a casino is 100% white and no deviations to the side of stealing money from users are noticed, as well as ensuring that a casino is committed to player protection and responsible gambling.
- Software testing companies. These companies conduct software system audit to uncover weaknesses and ensure honesty of shuffle in every game.
Both kinds of testing and certification will guarantee every user that an online casino operator was subject to rigorous testing procedures. Qualifying criteria include corporate and financial backing of an online casino or poker room operator, as well as fairness of every game. If an online gambling website is awarded with a certificate of a reputable testing company, it is guaranteed to be fair, secure, and provide quality online gambling services.
Below we have listed the most reputable and acknowledged online casino certificating companies:
eCOGRA
eCommerce and Online Gaming Regulation and Assurance (eCOGRA) was founded by competing online gambling companies six years ago to improve operational standards and player protection. Accredited companies must comply with practical business and integrity standards, coupled with an impartial inspection, review and monitoring program that authorizes them to display the organization's revocable Safe and Fair seal.
CFG
Certified Fair Gambling (CFG) was founded in 2003. It boasts its firm positions in among the industry leaders in offering online gambling websites testing and audit. Through comprehensive and ongoing monthly auditing and certification procedures, CFG meets the assurance needs of players, Internet casinos, and Internet casino software developers. The CFG seal demonstrates an uncompromising commitment to casino game fairness.
EGBA
European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) was established in 2007 as a
GamCare
GamCare is a UK authority offering certification cervices to EU based casinos. GamCare works to support the development and
implementation of responsible practice by the gambling industry and recognizes best practice through a Certification scheme. GamCare Certification is awarded to both remote and terrestrial gambling companies that have successfully implemented robust policy and practice relevant to their platform and gambling service.
GLI
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) is an independent gambling devices tester and consultant. It offers full cycle testing and certification services of gambling system and equipment of all types. he company performs machine testing and certification on devices/systems for device and system suppliers.
IBAS
The Independent Betting Adjudication Service (IBAS) was established in 1998 in UK. The company specializes in solving disputes between online gambling operators and gamblers. Being registered as an IBAS member guarantees your online players your high commitment to fair play and transparent business conduct.
IGC
The Interactive Gaming Council (IGC) was created in 1996 in Canada as an international
iTech Labs International
The company is an independent testing company, specializing in remote gambling. The main objective of iTech Labs is ensuring reliable player protection. The company’s main corporate principles are: integrity, accountability, and players interests defense. iTech Labs specialize on Return to Player (RTP) audit and RNG testing.
NCPG
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) offers recovery programs to problem gamblers and their families. The council’s main activity is directed to increasing of public awareness of the problems of pathological gambling as well as ensuring affordable treatment of problem gamblers and help to their families. The NCPG concentrates efforts on the national level, while the state affiliates work at the state and local level.
OGA
The Online Gambling Alliance (OGA) was founded in 1997 aiming at inspecting and certificating online casinos. OGA welcomes reputable gaming site operators who are considering joining the Online Gaming Alliance, if they provide quality online gambling services, guarantee fair play and system security.
RGA
The Remote Gambling Association (RGA) was created in 2005 by merging two other associaltions that focus on online gambling control and certification — the Association of Remote Gambling Operators (ARGO) and the Interactive Gaming, Gambling and Betting Association (IGGBA). The main objective of RGA is guaranteeing online gambling operators to conduct their business in strict accordance to the highest industry standards and in compliance with all existing regulation.
TST
Technical System Testing (TST) is a reputable testing company that offers testing and certification to online casinos, poker rooms, sportsbetting and other remote gambling businesses. TST audits and certifies that the online gaming operations are fair, secure and auditable. It also certifies that the gaming operations comply with the industry standards and meet the statutory requirements imposed by the licensing jurisdiction.
GLI has certified our RNG