About Us
Who We Are
US Online Casinos is an independent comparison and review site built for adults living in the United States who want straightforward, honest guidance on where to play online. We research, review and rank real-money casino sites so that readers can make informed decisions — without having to wade through pages of marketing copy written by the casinos themselves.
We are not a casino, a sportsbook or a gaming operator. We do not process deposits, hold player funds or issue bonuses. Every site we cover is reviewed at arm's length, and our editorial positions are never for sale.
What We Cover
Our focus is the US online casino market — specifically the licensed, regulated real-money and social-play options available to American residents. The sites ranked on our pages include operators such as Raging Bull, Ignition, Slots of Vegas, Ducky Luck, Slots and Casino, Card Crush, Zumba Cards, Casino Extreme and Dream Royale, among others reviewed across the site.
Beyond straightforward casino reviews, we cover topics that genuinely affect players:
- Welcome bonuses and free spins — including no-deposit offers and their wagering conditions
- Banking methods available to US players, from ACH transfers and debit cards to crypto and digital wallets
- Licensing, regulation and what legal protections apply state by state
- Game fairness, RTP and how certified random number generators work
- Identity verification and what KYC checks to expect before you can withdraw
- Responsible gambling tools, self-exclusion programmes and where to get help
If a topic affects your experience as a player, it belongs on this site.
How We Research and Rate Casinos
Every casino on this site goes through a structured review process before it appears in our rankings. We assess each operator against the same criteria, applied consistently, regardless of whether that operator has any commercial relationship with us.
The factors we look at
- Licensing and regulation — We verify that each site holds a valid licence from a recognised authority. We check whether the operator is legally accessible to US players in the states where online gambling is permitted, and we note any restrictions.
- Security — We confirm that the site uses HTTPS encryption and check for other standard security measures such as two-factor authentication where available.
- Bonus terms — We read the full conditions attached to welcome offers, including wagering requirements, eligible games, expiry windows, maximum withdrawal limits and any minimum deposit that must be made to trigger the bonus.
- Game range and fairness — We look at the breadth of slots, table games and live-dealer titles on offer, and we check whether the casino works with certified, independently tested RNG software.
- Banking — We document the deposit and withdrawal methods supported, the processing times stated, any fees applied and the verification steps required before a withdrawal is approved.
- Responsible gambling tools — We confirm that each site provides deposit limits, session limits, self-exclusion options and links to recognised support services.
- Customer support — We note the channels available (live chat, email, phone) and the hours of operation as stated by the operator.
Our editorial ratings reflect this combined assessment. A high rating does not mean a casino is right for every player — it means the operator performed well across these criteria at the time of review. Ratings are reviewed periodically; the date at the top of each page shows when the information was last verified.
Our Commercial Relationship with the Sites We List
Plain disclosure: when you visit a casino through a link on this site, we may earn a commission from the operator. That is how independent comparison sites fund their research. It does not, however, determine which casinos appear, in what order they are ranked or what our reviews say about them. Operators cannot purchase a higher position, a better rating or softer editorial treatment. If a site ranks first on our pages, it is because it scored highest under our review criteria — not because of the size of any commercial arrangement.
We note conflicts of interest where they arise and we do not list sites we consider unsuitable for players, regardless of whether a commercial relationship exists.
Who Our Reviews Are Written For
Our readers are adults in the United States — residents who are of legal gambling age in their state (generally 21, though this can vary by state and by gambling type) and who are physically located within a jurisdiction where the relevant form of online gambling is permitted. Online casino availability in the US depends on state law, and the legal landscape continues to change. We aim to reflect the current position accurately, but we always recommend checking local regulations before registering at any site.
We write for people who treat online casino play as entertainment — leisure spending with a known house edge and no guaranteed outcome. We do not write for anyone looking for a reliable income from gambling, because that is not what casino games provide.
Responsible Gambling
We take our responsibility seriously. Every review on this site is accompanied by information about the responsible gambling tools the operator provides, and we maintain a dedicated responsible gambling guide that covers deposit limits, self-exclusion, warning signs and where to find support.
If gambling stops being enjoyable, starts to feel compulsive, or begins to affect your finances or relationships, help is available. The National Council on Problem Gambling helpline (1-800-522-4700) operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. State-level resources are available through your state's gambling regulator or health authority.
We encourage every reader to set time and spending limits before they play, and never to gamble with money they cannot afford to lose.
Accuracy and Editorial Independence
We do not invent facts. Where a detail — a withdrawal time, a licence number, a bonus condition — was not confirmed at the time of research, we say so rather than guessing. Casino terms change; we update our pages when we become aware of changes, and the verification date at the top of each page tells you when the information was last checked.
We do not reproduce marketing copy from the casinos we cover. Our assessments are our own. Where we disagree with how an operator presents itself, we say so. Where a highly rated site has a meaningful drawback, we include it — including for our top-ranked options.
Get in Touch
If you have a question about one of our reviews, want to flag a factual error, or have feedback that could improve the site, we want to hear from you. You can reach us at [email protected] or through our contact page. We aim to respond to all substantive enquiries within two business days.
Reader feedback genuinely shapes our reviews. If you have direct experience with a site we cover — positive or negative — that information helps us keep our assessments accurate and current.
Legal and Terms
Use of this site is subject to our terms and conditions. The information on these pages is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Gambling involves risk; outcomes are never guaranteed and the house edge means that, over time, most players will lose more than they win. Play within your means.