The Atlas of Where and How to Bet Online, Worldwide.

OnlineBettingSites.com is a reference for online betting: which operators are licensed in which markets, what the local law says, and how deposits and withdrawals work. It covers sports betting, horse racing and prediction markets, country by country.

We list and review sports betting sites, horse racing betting sites, and online gambling sites in all types of betting markets.

Operators are recorded by category, availability and licensing status: which sportsbooks and apps are licensed where, how prices differ between them, and what the terms attached to a promotion actually require.

Legal Betting Sites

Why a Licence Is the First Thing to Check

Regulated markets offer security, fair and competitive odds, and fast payouts. Licensed sportsbooks are held to certain standards and have to adhere to government regulations in the jurisdictions they operate in, which leads to a safer betting experience for sports fans.

Sportsbook and Betting App Reviews

Betting Site Reviews: each review covers who runs the operator, where it is licensed, what it prices, how banking works, and the app.

How to sign up for an online sports betting account, current promotions, information on restricted countries, available languages, software compatibility, and more sports betting industry information.

Every review states the licence a reader can check for themselves, and names the regulator that issued it.

Our reviews of sports betting apps methodically break down what customers can expect in terms of odds, promotions, customer service, and overall reputation.

A review states what can be verified about an operator, including the parts that count against it.

Online Betting Sites Around the World

Country Specific Listings: each country page records the local law, the regulator, and the operators recorded as licensed for that market.

We also list supported languages, accepted currencies, and explore the legal and regulatory framework with recognized regulatory bodies and licensed online sports betting sites.

We have country-specific information on more than 80 countries, and also have detailed guides to online betting on each continent - Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas.

Online Betting Bonuses and Promotions

Bonuses and Promotions: Sports betting promotions and horse racing promotional offers can offer a lot of value when signing up at a new betting site. However, never accept a bonus offer at online sportsbooks without knowing the terms and conditions attached to the bonus.

Wagering requirements, the terms attached to a promotion, any rollover, the cash-out conditions, and the restrictions on promotional stakes are important details every punter should clearly understand when claiming any sportsbook bonus or promotional offer.

Betting on sports involves more than a price and an app: the licence, the terms and the payment route all decide what a bet is worth.

The bonuses section explains the types of promotion an operator may run, and the terms that decide whether one pays out.

The practical test is whether an operator is licensed for the market the customer is in, and whether its terms are stated plainly.

Depositing and Withdrawing

Banking and Payouts: how a deposit and a withdrawal work for each payment method, which operators accept it, and the timing and limits that apply.

Learn how the most popular betting deposit methods work and which betting sites accept which deposit options. Credit cards are becoming more difficult to process, and sports bettors are increasingly choosing to put real money in their sportsbook account using wallets like Paypal or even cryptocurrencies.

Withdrawal timing is recorded per payment method rather than claimed per operator, because it depends on the route the money takes.

Online Sports Betting Sites

Sports Betting Sites: operators are recorded per sport and per bet type, including in-play markets and the exchanges where a price can be laid as well as backed.

Our Experience at Online Sportsbooks Has Made It Clear That Some Sports Betting Sites Approach the Business With a Clear Intent to Serve Their Customers Well, While Others Are Only in It for the Money.

There’s more to running a successful sports betting site than simply opening for business and posting lines.

Policies have a huge impact on the way customers are treated.

Policies such as putting limits on winners, refusing to honor winning wagers, and not allowing withdrawals of less than $500 are unacceptable.

OnlineBettingSites.com does not list betting sites or promote online sports betting apps that treat customers unfairly.

Horse Racing Betting Sites

Online Horse Racing Betting Apps And Websites: the racebooks and advance deposit wagering services recorded for racing, and what each one covers.

OnlineBettingSites.com Rates and Reviews Fixed-Odds Horse Racing Betting Sites as Well as Parimutuel Wagering Operators and ADW's for Horse and Greyhound Races.

Many countries license and regulate horse racing betting. As a result, horse racing fans enjoy plenty of options that are not only legal but also safe and fair.

The racing section records which services are licensed for racing in each market.

Novelty and Financial Betting

• Novelty Betting: Venture off the beaten path to bet on events that most people do not normally associate with gambling. See where to bet on the weather, politics, entertainment, and more.

• Financial Betting: Financial betting sites let you play the market without actually owning the underlying assets. We have guides and top lists of betting sites for binary options, fixed-odds financial betting, and financial spread betting.

Other Types of Online Gambling Sites

• Online Casinos: the thing to look for at a casino site is a fair game, which is what third-party testing agencies, licensing jurisdictions and industry watchdogs exist to check. This site does not cover casino play.

• Poker Sites: Online poker players need to count on poker sites that offer reliable deposits and cashouts, fair games, high levels of player traffic, easy-to-use software, and game variety. Those differ between the networks that share players across several “skins” and the large standalone rooms. This site does not cover poker.

Where Should You Bet Online?

Choosing where to bet online is a major decision, and bettors need to understand that there is a lot of conflicting information out there.

Out-of-date review sites, unsourced claims and the sheer number of betting apps make an operator hard to assess from its marketing alone.

This site records which operators are licensed for each market, and what distinguishes them: the licence, the markets priced, the banking routes and the published terms.

For casual sports fans staking less than a few hundred £/€/$ per game, signup at any betting site listed on this page.

The reviews section can be filtered by sport, market and payment method, to narrow the list to operators that match a specific requirement.

Let's Look at Some of the Qualities Top Gambling Websites Should Have.

Betting sites known to be reputable online sports betting operators will have top rankings on every “honest” sportsbook review portal and share certain traits and attributions, detailed below.

An operator is listed where it is licensed for the market and its terms are available to read.

With thousands of legal online betting sites to choose from, most are reputable but watch out for rogue operators and scams.

What to Check Before Opening an Account:

• Wagering in multiple languages and currencies.

• Integrated sportsbook, racebook, casino, and a poker room with a seamlessly integrated cashier.

• Generous sign-up bonuses, loyalty rewards, and frequent player promotions.

• The odds offered, the market coverage and the range of propositions.

• A wide selection of real money games.

• Real money stake levels ranging from micro limits to high stakes wagers.

• Responsive and helpful customer support and security team.

• Variety of easy deposit methods and fast payouts to winners without excessive fees.

• Global accessibility and availability to international customers in all regions worldwide.

• History, reputation, and public perception.

Paying Winners Is the Obligation a Licence Exists to Enforce

Reputable betting sites will never confiscate funds or slow-pay honest winnings and won't hide behind predatory terms and conditions.

Often, how a sportsbook communicates with customers is an indicator of how disputes turn out. Reputable gambling companies with nothing to hide are not afraid to defend their position in the sports betting industry. Check public forums, communities, news outlets, and social media profiles.

Tips for Choosing Online Betting Sites

Remember: All Sports Betting Sites Are Unique.

There is a lot to consider when joining online betting websites, but what makes an ideal betting experience?

Does that betting app specialize in the sports, markets, and events you wager on? Does that gambling site offer an integrated suite of platforms that covers your gaming preferences?

If so, how vast are their wagering options and can you bet on sports you are interested in?

Other considerations include the terms attached to a promotion and the value of a loyalty scheme — both set by the operator, and both subject to change without notice.

Accepted payment methods, quality of customer support, problem resolutions, and how fast winners receive deposits and withdrawals are important factors in which sports betting apps bettors should choose.

In-play markets, a usable app and the sports actually covered are the other things that separate one operator from another.

Those factors are recorded per operator and per market, so two can be compared on the same terms.

Serious Punters Use Multiple Betting Websites.

Prices on the same event differ between operators, so holding more than one account is what makes comparing them possible.

Line shopping as a sports bettor is an amazing thing once you understand the power of compound interest.

Comparing prices across operators changes returns more reliably than picking winners does.

Plus, when wagering at several online sports betting sites, you can take advantage of more than one bonus or promotion. Instead of depositing your entire bankroll at one site, you can split it up and deposit it at a few betting sites to take advantage of multiple deposit bonuses.

Opening an account with more than one listed operator is what makes price comparison possible.

Remember: Internet Betting Can Be Controversial.

Depending on where you live, the legal status of risking money at online sportsbooks can vary greatly. Situations range from licensed, taxed, and regulated to outright illegal.

In some countries, only certain types of betting apps are available. In the United States, for example, accessibility at legal online sportsbooks changes state by state. Many countries have a regulated market, while others operate in a grey area.

Our opinion is that the future of safe and secure wagering is in regulating online sportsbooks and mobile betting apps.

Online Betting Licenses

There are dozens of gambling commissions worldwide that license and regulate betting sites operating in their jurisdictions.

Online gambling licenses serve the same purpose as brick and mortar gaming licenses: to ensure wagering at each online betting site is offered fairly, resolve any customer disputes, and protect the integrity of the online betting industry.

Regulatory frameworks also generate tax revenue and offer sports bettors assurance that sportsbooks operate in compliance with guidelines and industry standards.

We Urge Readers to Check the Licensing Status of Betting Websites Before Signing up or Making a Deposit.

Betting licenses from a reputable gaming commission indicate that the operator has submitted to a background check and is monitored for fair business practices and proper liquidity.

In most cases, you can check the website of the gaming commission to verify that the online sports betting site in question has a valid license.

Not All Betting Licenses Are Equal

We also remind players that not all betting licenses hold the same weight. The simple fact that a sports betting site holds a license from a regulatory body is not a guarantee of safety or legitimacy.

Where a sports betting site is licensed is just as important.

For example, the UK Gambling Commission is a highly respected regulatory body that closely oversees the industry. Sportsbooks don't just pay a fee to be licensed.

The commission conducts an extensive background check, evaluates the operator’s business plan, performs regular financial audits, and provides ongoing monitoring and dispute resolution.

Only top sports betting sites are able to obtain licensing.

Many betting sites that operate out of less-respectable gaming jurisdictions have been known to rip off sports bettors and refuse to honor withdrawals without so much as a peep from the so-called “regulators.”

Finding a safe betting site in a grey market is more about researching that betting site’s reputation than it is in looking at the license it holds.

The story is much simpler for sports bettors who live in countries where online betting is legal and regulated.

Legal Online Gambling News

Industry News, Current Events, and Tips: We report the latest online betting news, including coverage of major legal and regulatory developments in the legal online betting industry worldwide, popular sporting events, and new sports betting legislation and initiatives in major sports betting markets.

About OnlineBettingSites.com: Our Team and Who We Are

Operators are listed on what can be checked: the licence, the markets covered, the payment routes and the published terms.

The factors recorded include payment speed, the prices offered, how an account is funded, and an operator's regulatory record.

Corrections are welcome. The contact page takes reports of anything on this site that is out of date or wrong.

The about page sets out who writes this site. The contact page is the route for questions and corrections.

How this site is funded is set out on the about page.

OnlineBettingSites.com Encourages Responsible Betting

If you feel you may have a sports betting problem or addiction, please seek help right away and without shame for your gambling addiction. We support recreational gambling and do not encourage anyone to bet more than they are comfortable spending for entertainment purposes.