About Us

Non Gamstop Casino is an independent research and comparison site focused on one specific corner of the UK gambling market: casinos and betting sites that operate outside the GamStop self-exclusion scheme. We built this site because that market exists whether anyone writes about it or not, and players looking into it deserve clear, honest information rather than marketing spin or scare tactics.

We are not a casino, and we don't hold player funds or process bets ourselves. What we do is research operators licensed outside the UK's domestic framework, compare what they actually offer, and rank them against each other on criteria that matter to someone deciding where to sign up.

Who we're writing for

Most people who land on this site have already been through GamStop's exclusion process at a UK-licensed operator and are now looking at alternatives licensed elsewhere. Some are simply UK-based players who prefer the bigger welcome bonuses, wider game libraries or cryptocurrency payment options that many non-GamStop sites offer. We write for both groups without judgement — our job is to lay out the facts about each site, not to tell anyone whether they should be playing.

How we assess and rank each site

We don't accept payment for placement, and commission from an operator never buys a higher position on this site. Every brand featured is assessed against the same set of factors:

• Licensing — where the operator is licensed (commonly Curaçao) and whether that licence is current and verifiable
• Welcome offers and ongoing promotions — the headline bonus, but also the wagering requirements, maximum bet limits and time restrictions attached to it
• Game selection — the breadth of slots, table games and live dealer titles, and which software studios supply them
• Payment methods — deposit and withdrawal options available to UK players, including card, e-wallet, Paysafe and crypto routes where offered, plus the timings and limits attached to each
• Site reliability and support — how straightforward account verification is, and how responsive customer support has been in our research

Ratings shown on this site are editorial scores based on this research, not customer-submitted reviews. We update our rankings as offers, game libraries or licensing details change, and our full list of non GamStop casinos in the UK reflects the current state of that research.

Where non-GamStop casinos fit against UK-licensed sites

GamStop is a free self-exclusion scheme covering operators licensed by the UK Gambling Commission. It doesn't extend to operators licensed in other jurisdictions, which is why sites regulated in places like Curaçao continue to accept UK customers legally and remain outside the scheme's reach. This isn't a loophole we've uncovered — it's simply how licensing jurisdiction works, and it's the reason this category of site exists at all. We don't take a position on whether anyone should use these sites over UK-licensed alternatives; we simply explain the practical differences, which usually come down to bonus size, game variety, payment flexibility and the absence of GamStop-linked restrictions.

What we cover beyond the casino floor

Several of the operators we research also run sportsbooks alongside their casino products, so readers interested in betting sites not on GamStop will find crossover coverage where it's relevant. We treat these as a genuine positive for players who want one account for both slots and sports betting, rather than a distraction from casino coverage.

Our independence and how we're funded

Non Gamstop Casino earns revenue through affiliate commission when a reader clicks through to a listed site and signs up. This is standard practice for comparison sites and it does not change how we score or rank operators. A brand paying us commission gets no advantage in our ratings over one that doesn't, and we flag genuine drawbacks for every site we cover — including the highest-ranked ones.

Playing responsibly, on any site

Self-exclusion through GamStop is one tool among several, and choosing not to use it, or to play at a site it doesn't cover, is a personal decision. We'd rather that decision be an informed one. If you want to understand exclusion tools, deposit limits or where to find support around problem gambling, our Responsible Gambling page covers the options available, regardless of which operator you choose.

Get in touch

If you've spotted something out of date, want to query how we reached a particular rating, or have a question about a specific operator, our Contact Us page is the way to reach us. We keep this site updated as offers and licensing details change, and reader feedback is part of how we catch what needs revisiting.

All gambling content on this site is intended for adults aged 18 and over.