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Is online gambling legal?
Yes, if you live in most countries of the world. But Fortune Palace gets visitors from all over the world, so it's best to check that online gaming is legal in your country before you start to play. The situation in the USA is a little confused. The US government passed a bill that makes sending bets through the telephone system illegal, though not betting itself. Many companies pulled out of the USA as a result. Some, though, still accept some or all US players. Bodog, for example, will accept ALL US players, whereas Captain Cook's will take those from most states. Here in the UK and EU, though, it's legal and easy!
What's the minimum amount I have to bet?
It varies by game and by casino, so it's best to check using our free play practice games. In general, the minimum bet is £/$/€ 1, but some will allow you to bet as little as £/$/€ 0.10. Remember, at Fortune Palace, our casinos will allow you to play for free for as long as you wish - you never need to bet more than you can afford to lose.
Can I trust casinos with my money?
Completely. These days, even the smallest commercial website needs secure software to process orders. So an industry like the online casino business - whose entire reputation and future depends on reliably handling financial transactions - needs the best, the fastest, the most secure software available. Play United Casino, for example, uses the renowned AquaPay London internet gateway. This provides secure, real-time online processing of credit card payments over the Internet. AquaPay is a multi-currency system that enables its clients to offer their products and services in a number of different currencies and is known to be one of the most comprehensive and advanced payment processors on the Web. You can rest assured that any money you deposit with a casino will be processed quickly and securely.
Can I play for free?
Yes. Our free practice games are literally that - free; you don't need to deposit cash, enter any financial details or register an account. You don't even need to download software - the games run right in your browser. From our two top ranking casinos, Bodog and Spin Palace, we offer free Flash versions of Sic Bo, Keno, Pai Gow Poker and Punto Banco (Baccarat) to allow you to practice our recommended strategy for each game without risking any of your money. We even give you a free version of Roulette so that you can put popular betting systems to the test. The free practice games are authentic, identical to the real games and 100% free - there's absolutely no risk, no catch.
Are practice games the same as real ones?
Absolutely. Any casino found to have 'looser' practice games - ie with better odds of winning in order to entice players to deposit - would be blacklisted by the industry. All our recommended casinos are licensed in countries approved (or awaiting approval) by the UK Government's 'white list'. Our free practice games are designed to give you a true impression of the games, to enable you to give our strategies a full and fair trial without risking any money.
What's the minimum amount I can deposit?
If you're not claiming a bonus, then there's no minimum amount. You're only limited by how many bets you want to make. As the minimum bet in some games is only £/$/€ 0.1 you could begin play with just a few £s. Remember, our casinos will allow you to play for free for as long as you wish - you never need to deposit more than you can afford to lose.
Are 'free' bonuses really free?
Yes, the bonus amount itself is free and you can use it to play, but you may need to make a deposit in order to cash it in. It all depends on the type of the bonus. A no-deposit bonus is exactly that. A matching bonus matches your deposit to the tune of 100, 200 or even 300%. A free play bonus will require you to make a deposit in order to unlock your winnings. All bonuses will have conditions attached. For example, you will be required to playthrough the bonus - place it in bets - a number of times, say 20 or 30, before you can cash it in. The terms & conditions of all bonuses offered by our recommended casinos, together with the wager requirements are explained in detail on our bonuses page. That way, you know exactly what's required of you before you accept any bonus.
Do gambling systems work?
As we state in our explanation of the house edge, in the long term the casinos always win. Gambling systems take advantage of the discrepancies that occur between predicted and actual results in the short term. You should never buy a betting system as there are so many available for free. We've got the most popular - we explain them in detail and put them to the test. Read our summary and you can decide for yourself if gambling systems work or not!
Is it easy to get my winnings?
Very. Just click on "withdrawal" and enter the amount that you wish to withdraw. That records your request with the casino who will ensure it is processed within 24 hours. But you don't have to take your winnings at the end of each session. Your account can be automatically saved by the casino. Those credits will be available for you to use the next time you play.
Do online casinos cheat?
The simple answer is no - they're not allowed to. The online casino industry is one of the best self-regulating industries in the world and prides itself on a reputation for openness and honesty. In the early days, some casinos operating out of unlicenced countries were not subject to regulations and some players had problems. This led to the formation of various regulatory bodies. All our recommended casinos are licensed in countries approved (or awaiting approval) by the UK Government's 'white list'. These countries have to demonstrate that they have in place a tough regulatory similar to the Gambling Act including measures that will act to protect children and vulnerable people from being harmed or exploited; keep out crime; ensure that gambling is conducted fairly; enforce compliance; and ensure that gambling operators are subject to rules on money-laundering and financial probity. Any casino found to be cheating - by giving bad odds, using different software for practice and real games, refusing to play players, having unfair terms and conditions, or otherwise failing to adhere to the code of practice, is blacklisted by the industry - named and shamed as a 'rogue' casino. You can be sure that a casino recommended by Fortune Palace is a fun and fair place to play.
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