Common questions
FAQ
Licensing, safety and safer gambling in the UK.
Yes. Under the Gambling Act 2005, online gambling is legal for adults when the operator holds a licence from the UK Gambling Commission. Unlicensed sites offer no UK player protection.
Search the operator's name or website on the public register at gamblingcommission.gov.uk, then match the account number shown in the operator's footer.
No. SparkCasinoReview is an editorial review site. We don't run games, take bets or handle player funds.
18, with no exceptions. UK-licensed operators must verify your age and identity before you can deposit or gamble.
GAMSTOP is a free national scheme that lets you exclude yourself from all UK-licensed online gambling sites for 6 months, 1 year or 5 years. Every UKGC-licensed online operator must take part.
No. Since April 2020, UK-licensed operators have been banned from accepting credit cards for gambling, including through e-wallets.
Yes. Online slots are capped at £5 per spin for adults aged 25 and over, and £2 per spin for adults aged 18 to 24.
Yes. Since January 2026, wagering requirements on UK gambling promotions cannot exceed 10 times the bonus amount.
We may earn affiliate commissions from some operators. This never affects our scores. See our Disclosure page.
Call the National Gambling Helpline free on 0808 8020 133 (24/7), visit GamCare or GambleAware, register with GAMSTOP, or contact Gamblers Anonymous.
Yes. We periodically recheck licence status on the public register and update content as needed.