Rating Guidelines

We only recommend online casinos that have a license from reputable gambling authorities. By ensuring these commissions regulate our casinos, players can rest assured knowing that they can enjoy their online casino experience in a safe, secure and fair environment. Not only that but they are each governed by their own set of rules and laws in their jurisdictions, all in place to adhere to and sustain the aforementioned values.

A great online casino will list information on ways to promote responsible gambling, prevent problematic gambling and have strict rules against this. This could include temporary blocking of depositing, limits on deposits and a good selection of other preventative measures designed to keep the player safe. Where necessary, they should provide links to charities and helplines that help with problem gambling and addiction.

Casino websites with an SSL encryption certificate guarantee that data exchanges don't risk players' data being stolen and that the website is safe when used.

IrishLuck ensures that online casinos comply with fair play regulations, like Cash Check and Player Check. Most of the best online casinos will be independently rated by legitimate organisations like eCOGRA, which boost casino safety as they have no ties to any authorities. If the casino cannot indicate these types of organisations, we try out games and read players' reviews to ensure fairness when providing reviews. All games listed on the online casino should have their RTP percentages clearly and publicly available on their site. Usually, we’ll find these in terms and conditions.

We ensure the casinos we list have a great selection of games from these providers, ensuring the best player experience possible.

By ensuring that the software comes from reputable companies, we know that the games will be reliable and free from technical issues. IrishLuck focuses on industry-leading software providers, such as NetEnt, Microgaming and Red Tiger Gaming.

Since these games pay out some of the biggest prizes in online casino games, IrishLuck checks whether online casinos provide this all-important class of slots for enthusiasts.

So casino players can test out strategies without betting money, IrishLuck likes to keep in mind whether there are games available to play for free at online casinos.

Easy navigation and smooth operation are at the forefront of a great casino experience. IrishLuck makes sure that the web interface upholds these accessibility factors.

For those casino players that prefer to download casinos when playing, IrishLuck keeps a look out for the mobile casino playing experience to be up to par as the desktop counterpart.

Match deposit bonuses, no-deposit bonuses, free spins, or cashback offers are among the most popular bonuses that many online casinos use to welcome players to their platforms.

Promotions should be available not just for new players but also for loyal players and high rollers. We also look into how frequent incentives are for faithful casino players, assessing offers at each level and checking the  Having a clear and well-structured program that benefits players with every game played is a plus. 

We ensure that the casinos featured on IrishLuck have easy-to-understand, clear terms and conditions accessible so players can familiarise themselves with wagering requirements and deposit terms.

We make sure that all popular and reliable payment methods are available, including Visa, MasterCard, Skrill, Neteller, and more.  We review the depositing and withdrawal process to make sure that the process is straightforward, non-complicated, and, most importantly, secure. Once the fun is over, we have our winnings paid out to oversee the payout times, process requests, and ensure a smooth and straightforward procedure.

It is not only the casino website that must be secure. A player's payment method details must be protected for a platform to be solid and dependable. We look for personal data encryption, ensure that no irrelevant details are requested, and that player funds are separate from the general operations of the casino.  

Any casino worth its salt will display the RTP (return to player) on its site. IrishLuck checks that the average RTP is on the higher end and also that of individual games available in the casino, to ensure a decent payout percentage. 

Having different ways for customers to reach out to casinos will work in their favour with IrishLuck. Once they’re in touch, we make sure that casinos offer quick, high-quality, and informative support no matter the hour. We test all options vigorously, submitting different requests to ensure agents are equipped to deal with player requests.

Looking for more players to visit your site? If you are a casino but haven't seen your brand in our review pages and want to list your casino with IrishLuck - reach out to us using the contact us page, or visit the list your casino page to find out more. We're always looking to make rewarding partnerships!