Not every online casino deserves your trust. After more than a decade working in and writing about the iGaming industry, I have compiled this blacklist of online casinos that have engaged in non-payment of legitimate winnings, operated without valid licences, ghosted players mid-withdrawal, or simply vanished overnight with funds still in player accounts. This list is researched and maintained by Jay Stockwell and is updated regularly. If you have had a bad experience with a casino not on this list, use the contact form to report it.
How We Blacklist a Casino
A casino earns a place on this list through one or more of the following documented behaviours. I do not blacklist casinos based on personal opinion alone – each entry has a specific reason attached.
| Reason for Blacklisting | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Non-payment of winnings | Refusing to pay out legitimate winnings, delaying withdrawals indefinitely, or capping payments to unreasonably small weekly amounts |
| Fake or unverifiable licence | Claiming to hold a licence that does not exist, displaying a licence number that cannot be verified on the regulator’s website, or operating in regulated markets without appropriate authorisation |
| Ghosting players | Going silent on withdrawal requests, stopping responding to support tickets, or disappearing entirely while player funds remain on the platform |
| Bonus term abuse | Using deliberately vague or retroactively applied bonus terms to void winnings after players have met the stated requirements |
| Disappeared or closed with funds | Sites that have gone offline, ceased operations, or transferred without honouring outstanding player balances |
| Operated only briefly | Casinos that appeared, collected deposits and then closed within months – a pattern consistent with fraudulent operation |
Most Wanted: The Worst Offenders
The following casinos have the most serious or well-documented complaints. They are covered in detail below before the full blacklist table.
1. Blazzio Casino
Primary reason: Restrained payouts and very low safety rating
Blazzio Casino holds one of the lowest safety scores of any casino reviewed by major independent review platforms – a Safety Index of 3.2 out of 10, placing it in the “Very Low” category. The casino has a documented pattern of restrained payouts, meaning players have filed complaints about winnings being held, questioned, or denied without adequate justification. Casino Guru’s independent assessment recommends players avoid this casino entirely and seek alternatives with a higher safety rating. There is no credible evidence of a reliably enforced licence, and player support complaints go unresolved at an above-average rate.
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Safety Index (Casino Guru) | 3.2 / 10 – Very Low |
| Primary complaint | Restrained payouts – winnings withheld or delayed |
| Licence status | Unverifiable / questionable |
| Our verdict | Avoid – do not deposit |
2. El Royale Casino / Red Dog Casino / Las Atlantis Casino
Primary reason: Same operator network – all rated Low safety – withdrawal capping
El Royale, Red Dog and Las Atlantis are operated by the same entity and share the same infrastructure, support team and complaint record. All three carry a Safety Index of 4.9 (Low) from independent review sites. Documented player complaints include a jackpot winner being told they could only receive $500 per week despite winning $5,000, and reviewers confirming that small incremental payment capping is a consistent pattern across all three brands. Players describe sending in identity documents and then receiving no further communication. The operator behind these brands is not publicly identified, which is itself a red flag – legitimate licensed casinos are operated by named, verifiable companies. These three casinos are treated as a single blacklist entry because complaints filed against one apply equally to all three.
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Safety Index (all three) | 4.9 / 10 – Low |
| Primary complaint | Withdrawal capping, unresponsive after verification |
| Operator | Unnamed / unverifiable |
| Our verdict | Avoid – linked casino network with consistent complaint patterns |
3. MelBet Casino
Primary reason: Account closures after winning, withdrawal blocks, operating without appropriate licences in multiple markets
MelBet is one of the most complained-about sports betting and casino brands in this market. Documented complaints on independent review platforms include accounts being blocked immediately after players make significant withdrawals, deposits failing to be credited despite bank confirmation, and withdrawal requests being placed under indefinite “review” with no resolution timeline given. MelBet operates under a Curacao sub-licence and actively accepts players from markets where it holds no appropriate licence. Multiple players have reported withdrawal requests equivalent to millions in local currency going unanswered. The volume and consistency of complaints across review platforms places MelBet firmly on this blacklist.
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Licence | Curacao sub-licence – operates without local licences in many markets |
| Primary complaint | Accounts blocked after winning – withdrawal blocks – uncredited deposits |
| Complaint volume | High – multiple platforms, multiple markets |
| Our verdict | Avoid – account closures after winning is a documented pattern |
4. Yoju Casino
Primary reason: Affiliated with blacklisted network – withdrawal delays on large wins
Yoju Casino is affiliated with Traffic Hunts Affiliates, a programme that has itself been blacklisted by affiliate networks for unethical business practices including lack of communication, delayed or declined payments and unprofessional conduct. Documented player complaints include a EUR3,500 win that could not be withdrawn due to payment provider issues that were never resolved, and a $450 jackpot win held for 30 days while the casino claimed to be awaiting “confirmation from the provider.” When the parent affiliate network carries a blacklist flag, the casinos in that network inherit significant trust concerns. Casino Guru’s Safety Index for Yoju is below average at 6.0.
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Safety Index (Casino Guru) | 6.0 / 10 – Below average |
| Affiliate network | Traffic Hunts Affiliates – blacklisted by affiliate networks |
| Primary complaint | Large wins held indefinitely – payment provider excuses |
| Our verdict | Avoid – blacklisted affiliate network is a serious trust concern |
5. Aussie Play Casino
Primary reason: Low safety rating – withdrawal delays – targets AU/US players with limited regulatory protection
Aussie Play Casino targets Australian and American players – two markets with limited local online gambling regulation – and carries a Low Safety Index of 4.9. The casino is powered by RTG (RealTime Gaming) software and operates under a Curacao licence. Player complaints centre on withdrawal delays, excessive document requests during verification that are then followed by silence, and support teams that fail to provide resolution timelines. Casino Guru’s independent assessment recommends players avoid Aussie Play and seek alternatives with a higher safety rating. The combination of targeting under-regulated markets, a low safety score and documented withdrawal issues makes this casino a firm entry on this blacklist.
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Safety Index (Casino Guru) | 4.9 / 10 – Low |
| Licence | Curacao |
| Primary complaint | Withdrawal delays – verification then silence |
| Our verdict | Avoid – low safety rating with documented withdrawal issues |
6. Luckbox Casino
Primary reason: Closed – no longer operational
Luckbox was an esports-focused betting and casino platform that has since ceased operations. The site is no longer active. Casinos that close their doors – regardless of the stated reason – leave players with no recourse for outstanding balances, pending withdrawals or unresolved disputes. Luckbox is listed here because the site is no longer operating and any player with an outstanding balance has no avenue for recovery. Players should not attempt to deposit or register at Luckbox and should treat any site still presenting as Luckbox with extreme caution, as it may be an impersonation or phishing site.
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Current status | Closed – no longer operational |
| Primary concern | Outstanding player balances with no recourse |
| Our verdict | Do not deposit – site is closed |
7. Buzzluck Casino
Primary reason: Terminated by AskGamblers for being unresponsive to player complaints
Buzzluck Casino was formally terminated by AskGamblers – one of the most established complaint platforms in the online casino industry – for being unresponsive to player complaints. This is a significant action: AskGamblers only terminates a casino’s listing when the operator consistently fails to engage with documented player complaints. In Buzzluck’s case, players reported withheld winnings, uncredited deposits, and support teams offering free chips to problem gamblers without acknowledging harm. The termination on AskGamblers is treated as a confirmed blacklist signal on this site.
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| AskGamblers status | Terminated – unresponsive to complaints |
| Primary complaint | Withheld winnings – unresponsive support |
| Our verdict | Avoid – AskGamblers termination is a confirmed blacklist signal |
8. Chipstars Casino
Primary reason: Accepts UK players without a UK Gambling Commission licence
Chipstars Casino operates under a Curacao licence and has no UK Gambling Commission authorisation. Despite this, the casino actively accepts registrations from UK players – which is illegal under UK gambling law. UK players gambling at unlicensed sites have no access to UKGC dispute resolution, are not protected by UK responsible gambling rules, and cannot use GamStop for self-exclusion on unlicensed sites. Documented complaints include non-payment of winnings, with players reporting amounts withheld after accounts were verified. Chipstars is listed here specifically because of the illegal acceptance of UK players and the associated complaint records.
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Licence | Curacao only – no UKGC licence |
| Primary concern | Accepts UK players illegally – non-payment complaints |
| UK player protection | None – no UKGC coverage, no GamStop, no dispute resolution |
| Our verdict | UK players should not use this site under any circumstances |
Full Blacklist – All 45 Casinos
The table below covers every casino currently on this blacklist. Each entry has a brief reason. Casinos in the “Most Wanted” section above are also included here for completeness.
| Casino | Primary Reason for Blacklisting | Status |
|---|---|---|
| APXbet | Unverifiable licensing – player complaints about restricted accounts and non-payment | Active – avoid |
| Aussie Play Casino | Low Safety Index 4.9 – withdrawal delays – targets AU/US players in under-regulated markets | Active – avoid |
| Betheat | Disappeared – no longer reachable – operated briefly before going offline with outstanding player queries | Closed / gone dark |
| BIG5 Casino | Curacao licence not enforced – withdrawal complaints – poor player support response times | Active – avoid |
| BIGWINS | Short-lived operation – launched and closed within months – pattern consistent with hit-and-run operation | Closed |
| Bitdice | Crypto casino with licensing concerns – player complaints about withdrawal restrictions and account closures | Avoid |
| BitFiring | Short-lived crypto casino – disappeared without notice – no verifiable licensing | Closed / gone dark |
| Blazzio Casino | Safety Index 3.2 (Very Low) – high rate of restrained payouts – winnings withheld | Active – avoid |
| BlueChip | Account verification used to delay withdrawals indefinitely – support unresponsive after documents submitted | Avoid |
| Bombastic Casino | Went offline without notice – short operational history – no communication with players on closure | Closed |
| Buzzluck Casino | Terminated by AskGamblers for being unresponsive to player complaints – withheld winnings | Terminated / avoid |
| Casino Jefe | Self-exclusion requests reported as ignored – bonus terms used to void winnings after requirements met | Avoid |
| Casitsu | Closed with outstanding complaints unresolved – players unable to withdraw pending balances at time of closure | Closed |
| Chipstars | Accepts UK players without UKGC licence (illegal) – non-payment complaints – no UK player protections | Active – illegal for UK players |
| Clobet | No verifiable licence – unresponsive support – player complaints about account access being revoked | Avoid |
| Cyber.bet Casino | Account closures issued without explanation after winning – bonus abuse accusations used to deny payment | Avoid |
| depositwin | Short-lived – disappeared within months of launch – no ongoing customer support available | Closed / gone dark |
| Dolce Vita Casino | Closed – players reported outstanding withdrawal requests at time of closure with no resolution offered | Closed |
| El Royale Casino | Low Safety Index 4.9 – same operator as Red Dog and Las Atlantis – withdrawal capping and non-payment | Active – avoid |
| Foggystar | Disappeared without notice – no traceable licensing – no player support available after closure | Closed / gone dark |
| HappySpins | Closed – short operational period – player complaints about non-payment went unresolved at closure | Closed |
| Haz Casino | Short-lived – stopped responding to withdrawal requests – accounts frozen without explanation | Closed / gone dark |
| K8 Casino | Crypto casino – withdrawal restrictions imposed without prior notice – support unresponsive on large win queries | Avoid |
| Kas Casino | No verifiable licence – disappeared after brief operation – no player support route available | Closed / gone dark |
| Las Atlantis Casino | Low Safety Index 4.9 – same operator as El Royale and Red Dog – withdrawal capping and non-payment | Active – avoid |
| LegendPlay | Operated briefly – no sustained licensing evidence – player complaints went unanswered before closure | Closed |
| Leonbet | Account restrictions applied after winning – complaints about limits imposed without prior notice or explanation | Avoid |
| Lucky Red Casino | 2,814 black points on Casino Guru – 10 direct complaints plus 21 related casino complaints – sustained player issues | Avoid |
| Luckbox | Closed – no longer operational – players with outstanding balances have no recourse | Closed |
| LyraCasino | Disappeared after short operation – no licensing verifiable – players report being unable to contact support | Closed / gone dark |
| MelBet | Accounts blocked after winning – withdrawal blocks – operates without local licences in many markets | Active – avoid |
| Nord Slot | Licensing claims unverifiable – withdrawal delays – player queries go unanswered beyond initial automated response | Avoid |
| Nordis | Short-lived site – closed with no notice to players – no forwarding support or balance transfer offered | Closed |
| Omnia Casino | Closed – site no longer operational – players reported outstanding balance queries at time of shutdown | Closed |
| QuickSlot | Short-lived operation – player complaints about non-payment not resolved before site went offline | Closed |
| Red Dog Casino | Low Safety Index 4.9 – same operator as El Royale and Las Atlantis – payment capping confirmed by reviewers | Active – avoid |
| Rembrandt Casino | Closed – went dark with no communication – players reported pending withdrawals left unresolved | Closed |
| RoyalistPlay | Appeared and disappeared within months – no verifiable licensing – consistent with short-term fraudulent operation | Closed / gone dark |
| Spins Heaven | Disappeared without notice – player support non-existent after closure – no licensing traceable | Closed / gone dark |
| Sugar Casino | Closed – players with active accounts at time of closure reported difficulty accessing their balances | Closed |
| Tournaverse Casino | Short-lived and unlicensed – shut down without warning – no resolution route for outstanding player issues | Closed / gone dark |
| Vegas Nova Casino | Non-payment complaints – withdrawal requests ignored after initial confirmation – support goes silent | Avoid |
| Vegaz Casino | Documented withdrawal cancellations – bonus terms applied retroactively to deny winnings after requirements met | Avoid |
| Winner Casino | Closed following acquisition – players reported outstanding balance queries unresolved as site went offline | Closed |
| Yoju Casino | Below average Safety Index 6.0 – affiliated with blacklisted Traffic Hunts network – large wins held indefinitely | Avoid |
| Yolo | Disappeared after brief operation – no traceable licensing – no ongoing support for players | Closed / gone dark |
Warning Signs of an Unsafe Casino
Before you deposit at any casino, run through this checklist. The more items you cannot confirm, the higher the risk.
| Red Flag | How to Check |
|---|---|
| No verifiable licence number | Go to the regulator’s website (UKGC, MGA, Curacao GCB) and search the licence number yourself – do not trust a logo on the casino footer alone |
| Unnamed operator | Every legitimate casino lists its operating company name in the footer. If there is no company name, treat this as a serious warning sign |
| Withdrawal limits that are not disclosed upfront | Legitimate casinos state withdrawal limits clearly in their terms. If you cannot find them before depositing, assume they are unfavourable |
| Bonus terms that are vague or very long | Deliberately unclear bonus terms are how casinos create grounds to void winnings. If you cannot understand the terms in plain English, do not claim the bonus |
| Support goes silent after a withdrawal request | If live chat was available before you requested a withdrawal but is now unavailable or unresponsive, treat this as a warning |
| No presence on AskGamblers, Casino Guru or Casinomeister | Legitimate casinos generally register with independent review sites and respond to complaints. An absence from all three is a red flag |
| Launched recently with no traceable ownership history | New casinos are not automatically unsafe, but a brand-new site with no identifiable owner, no complaint history and aggressive bonus offers deserves extra scrutiny |
How to Report a Casino to This Blacklist
If you have a documented complaint against a casino not currently on this list – non-payment, account closure after winning, a licence that cannot be verified – use the contact page to submit your report. Include the casino name, the nature of the complaint, the dates involved and any evidence you have (screenshots of chat, email correspondence, transaction records). All reports are reviewed before a casino is added to the blacklist.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if an online casino is blacklisted?
Check independent review sites such as AskGamblers, Casino Guru and Casinomeister for complaint records and safety ratings. You can also check this page, which is updated regularly. If a casino has an AskGamblers “Terminated” status or a Casino Guru Safety Index below 5.0, treat it as blacklisted regardless of whether it appears on a specific list.
What should I do if a casino refuses to pay my winnings?
First, document everything – save screenshots of your account balance, transaction history and any support chat conversations. Then submit a formal complaint through the casino’s internal complaints procedure. If that fails, escalate to the casino’s licencing authority (UKGC, MGA or Curacao GCB depending on where they are licensed). You can also submit the complaint to AskGamblers or Casino Guru, who operate free complaint resolution services.
Are Curacao-licensed casinos safe?
Curacao licences vary significantly in quality. The newer Curacao Gaming Control Board (GCB) licences issued from 2024 onwards represent an improvement over the old sub-licence system. However, Curacao regulation still provides far less player protection than UKGC or MGA licences. Many of the casinos on this blacklist operate under Curacao licences. A Curacao licence alone is not sufficient reason to trust a casino.
Can I get my money back from a blacklisted casino?
It depends on the reason for blacklisting. If the casino is still active, submitting a complaint through AskGamblers or Casino Guru has a reasonable chance of resulting in payment – operators registered with these platforms often resolve complaints to protect their reputation. If the casino has closed or gone dark, recovery is very unlikely. Contact your bank or payment provider to explore a chargeback if you paid by card.
Is it illegal to play at an unlicensed casino?
In most jurisdictions, it is not illegal for players to access unlicensed sites – the legal risk sits with the operator, not the player. However, playing at an unlicensed casino means you have no regulatory protection, no access to dispute resolution, and no recourse if the casino refuses to pay. In the UK, playing at a site without a UKGC licence means you cannot use GamStop for self-exclusion and are not covered by UK consumer protection rules.
What does it mean when a casino is “terminated” on AskGamblers?
AskGamblers terminates a casino’s listing when the operator consistently fails to respond to or resolve player complaints submitted through the platform. It is one of the most reliable blacklist signals available. A terminated status on AskGamblers means the casino has been unresponsive to documented player issues and that the platform no longer recommends it to players.