In many jurisdictions, online casinos are required by law to verify the identity and age of their players, and failure to do so can result in hefty fines and even the loss of their license to operate. Just in the first 5 months of 2024, the fines for the gambling industry have reached 62 million dollars.

Legality. While many online casinos and sportsbooks ask players to provide their Social Security number during registration or as part of the cashout process, there are a growing number of sites that don't. These sites offer complete anonymity and a wide range of deposit options, including crypto and Bitcoin.