About Us

gaslampfoundation.org was built for one specific reader: a US casino player who wants to play on a phone, whose home state doesn't offer a legal, regulated online casino, and who is trying to work out which offshore site is actually worth trusting with a deposit. This page explains who we are, how we put our mobile offshore casino rankings together, and what we won't claim on your behalf.

Why we focus on mobile play

Most of our readers open these sites on a phone first, not a desktop, so that's the lens we apply. We look at how each operator's mobile browser site and, where offered, dedicated app actually perform: whether slots, table games and live-dealer rooms load cleanly on a small screen, whether cashier pages are usable with one thumb, and whether a bonus that reads well on desktop still makes sense once you're claiming it from a phone. A site with a huge game library that's clumsy on mobile doesn't score as well here as it might on a general "best offshore casino" list.

What we are and what we are not

We're an independent research and comparison site. We are not a casino, we don't process deposits or withdrawals, and we have no role in outcomes, payouts or disputes at any of the operators listed here. Some of the offers on this page pay us a commission if a reader signs up through a link — that's how the site is funded — but commission never decides ranking order or editorial rating. A site that pays more does not move up the list.

The reality we don't dress up

Every casino named on gaslampfoundation.org is licensed outside the United States — typically in jurisdictions such as Curaçao, Anjouan or Costa Rica — and none is regulated by a US state gaming authority. That matters. It means:

• No US state has vetted these operators the way it vets a licensed domestic online casino.
• Segregated player funds, mandated dispute resolution, tested and certified RTP, and other protections that come with US state regulation do not automatically apply.
• Playing at an offshore site sits in a legal grey area for US players and depends heavily on your own state's laws — we're not able to give you a definitive legal opinion, and you should check your state's current position or speak to a qualified professional if you're unsure.
• There's a real, specific risk beyond normal gambling losses: an offshore operator can delay or refuse a withdrawal, and a US player has far less recourse than they would with a state-licensed site.

We say this plainly because too much of this space is written to sound more official than it is. Nothing on gaslampfoundation.org should be read as telling you these sites are licensed or approved for US play in the way a state-regulated casino would be.

How we assess and rank each casino

Our editorial ratings come from research into publicly available and operator-disclosed information, not from playing, depositing or withdrawing at any site ourselves. We look at:

• Licensing and background — where the operator is licensed offshore and how long it has been operating.
• Game range and providers — the spread across slots, table games (blackjack, roulette, baccarat), video poker and live-dealer rooms, and which software studios supply them.
• Bonus terms, not just headline numbers — wagering/rollover requirements, time limits and game restrictions attached to welcome offers and reload bonuses, since a large deposit-match figure means little without readable terms.
• Banking options — deposit and withdrawal methods including bank cards, wire transfer and cryptocurrency (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, stablecoins like USDT and USDC), plus any stated payout limits or fees.
• Verification requirements — how much KYC documentation a site asks for and when.
• Mobile experience — browser and app performance, since that's this page's particular focus.
• Support quality — availability and responsiveness of live chat, email or phone support.

No amount of affiliate commission changes a score on any of those points. Where a site's own terms are vague, we say so rather than filling in the gap with a guess.

Where our reviews stop

We can tell you what an operator discloses and how its offer compares to others in the list rendered on this site. We can't verify that a casino will pay out on time, we can't confirm real-time RTP the way a regulated lab would, and we can't promise any outcome from playing. If you want a deeper look at how sites outside GamStop operate for UK-style comparisons, that's covered separately on our Non GamStop Casinos guide; this site's own focus stays on offshore operators serving US players.

Responsible play, stated clearly

Every casino on this site is for players aged 21 and over (or the minimum legal gambling age in your state, whichever is higher). Offshore operators often have lighter or fewer responsible-gambling and self-exclusion tools than US state-regulated casinos, so it's worth checking what a site actually offers before you rely on it. If gambling stops being fun, or starts affecting your finances, relationships or wellbeing, free confidential help is available around the clock through the National Council on Problem Gambling helpline at 1-800-GAMBLER. We've also put together more detail on setting limits and recognizing warning signs on our Responsible Gambling page. Never gamble with money you can't afford to lose, and never treat any offer on this site as a way to make money reliably.

Getting in touch

If you spot outdated information, have a question about how we scored a particular operator, or want to flag an experience with one of the casinos we cover, our Contact Us page has the details. We review and update rankings periodically, most recently checked on {{ fact_check_date if fact_check_date else "the date shown at the top of this page" }}, but offshore operator terms change without much notice, so always confirm current bonus terms and banking limits directly with the casino before you deposit. Full site terms are set out in our Terms and Conditions.