How we research, write, rate, disclose and update our casino content.
Last reviewed: July 2026
Stay Casino Review exists to explain online-casino information clearly and responsibly, so adult readers can make informed decisions before signing up anywhere — not to help anyone "win". What we publish is independent assessment — we are not a casino, take no bets or deposits, and never treat gambling as a source of income.
On this site you may find:
Most of what we work from is public: payment and cashier details, the responsible-gambling section, licensing statements, the operator's own site, bonus terms and conditions, the FAQ and support pages. Terms move quickly in this industry — verify the current conditions on the operator's own site before you register or deposit.
Depending on the review, our authors may check the FAQ, the bonus small print, how the site behaves on mobile, payment terms, the responsible-gambling page and the public website. Where no real-money deposit or withdrawal was made, the review says so openly — implying hands-on testing we didn't do is not something we allow.
We translate those review areas into a single editorial score out of 5:
| Score | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 4.5 – 5.0 | Excellent — strong transparency and player-friendly terms |
| 4.0 – 4.4 | Very good — a few small caveats |
| 3.5 – 3.9 | Good — with some terms deserving a careful look |
| 3.0 – 3.4 | Average — real drawbacks to factor in |
| Below 3.0 | Poor — unclear or unfavourable for players |
A high score does not mean a casino suits every player. Before playing anywhere, weigh bonus terms, your own limits, payment rules and local laws.
Our reviews break a casino down into practical areas instead of leaning on a single figure:
| Area | Details we verify |
|---|---|
| Games | Slots, live casino, table games, instant-win games, providers |
| Mobile usability | How the site works on a phone: layout, cashier, menus and loading |
| Payments | Ways to deposit and withdraw, plus limits, fees and currency options |
| Responsible gambling | Deposit limits, loss limits, cooling-off, self-exclusion |
| Transparency | Clarity of terms, privacy policy, bonus rules and restricted markets |
| Bonuses | Wagering, max bet, expiry, game contribution, withdrawal caps |
| License & operator | Company name, license information, footer details, terms page |
| KYC | Identity verification, the documents required and account checks |
| Registration | Sign-up process, account requirements, country restrictions |
| Support | Support channels — chat, email, FAQ — and how clear the answers are |
A strong showing in one area does not make a casino right for every player — always weigh the terms against your own situation and local rules.
Among the links on this site are affiliate links. We may earn a commission if a reader visits a third-party operator through one of them and completes a qualifying action, at no extra cost to the reader. Such relationships can shape which brands appear and where — what they never shape is how we describe the terms of an offer. Positive reviews, higher ratings and better scores are not for sale — to anyone.
Casino bonuses are not free money. Promotions usually carry conditions — cash-out caps, playthrough requirements, expiry dates, maximum-bet rules, restricted games. We aim to spell those terms out plainly rather than hype the headline number. A larger advertised bonus is not automatically a better deal.
Gambling law is local, and this site does not give legal advice. The same brand can be legal in one market and off-limits in the next. Before registering or depositing with any operator, you are responsible for checking that online gambling is legal in your jurisdiction.
We don't romanticise gambling: it is entertainment, not a fix for money troubles, a reliable income source or a sure win. Where it fits, we add responsible-gambling reminders and point readers to support; players must be of legal age (19+ in Canada) and follow the law where they live. For safer-play guidance and support services, see our Responsible Gambling page.
We do not publish claims that gambling carries no risk, that wins are guaranteed or that casino play pays like a job. Wording we keep off this site includes:
We work to keep bonus, payment and licensing details current, but operators rewrite their terms without warning — any page can drift out of date. When we spot or are told about an error, we update, clarify or remove the affected details. To flag something, email [email protected] with the page URL, the detail you believe is wrong and a source that helps us check. "Raise our rating" is a commercial request, not a correction — and it will be treated accordingly.
Our articles are published under editorial bylines familiar with responsible-gambling requirements, bonus mechanics, casino terms and payments. Certain names are editorial pen names — the sourcing, accuracy and update rules are identical for every page no matter whose name is on it.
Technology and AI-assisted tools may support editing, content planning, quality checks, translations, structuring research from brand data, drafting, layout and formatting. The limits are strict: the tools never invent facts about an operator and never set a rating on their own. Editorial responsibility stays with our team, and content is reviewed for clarity, accuracy and responsible-gambling standards. Reported inaccuracies get corrected.
This is a review site, not a casino: player accounts, bonus balances, withdrawals, deposits, KYC documents are out of our reach — take those to the operator itself.
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