About Us
New York Online Casinos is an independent research and comparison resource built for adults in New York who want a clear-eyed look at real-money online casino sites before they sign up anywhere. We don't operate any casino, we don't take deposits, and we don't process payouts — our job is to compare the sites that accept New York players and lay out what we find in plain language.
Why we exist
New York regulates online sports betting, but it does not currently license or regulate online casino gaming within the state. That matters, because it shapes what we can and can't say. We're not here to tell you a site is "New York licensed" for casino play, because that licence doesn't exist in this market. Instead, we look at where each operator holds its actual gaming licence, how it screens and verifies players, how it handles deposits and withdrawals, and how it treats bonus terms — then we write that up so a reader can judge the risk for themselves.
What we actually check
Every site on our list is assessed against the same set of practical questions, based on publicly available information from the operator itself:
- Game library — the mix of online slots, table games such as blackjack, roulette and baccarat, video poker, and live-dealer rooms, plus which software studios supply them.
- Bonus terms — the headline welcome offer, and crucially the wagering or playthrough requirements, time limits and game restrictions attached to it. We won't list a bonus figure without also noting its conditions.
- Banking — what deposit and withdrawal methods are offered (cards, e-wallets, prepaid options, bank transfer, cryptocurrency where available), and what's known about processing times and withdrawal limits.
- Licensing and fair play — where the operator is licensed, and whether it publishes any RNG certification or independent game testing information.
- Mobile experience — whether play is through a dedicated app or browser-based instant play, and how that holds up on iOS and Android devices.
- Support — availability of live chat, email or phone support, and how responsive it appears to be.
Editorial ratings shown on this site reflect that research, not customer reviews or star ratings left by players. We rank based on the criteria above, and commercial relationships with any operator never buy a higher position on our list — a paid placement changes nothing about where a site sits.
How we handle bonuses and offers
Welcome offers are often the first thing readers look at, and they're also where the fine print does the most damage if it's ignored. When we mention an offer — for example the type of deposit match or free spins package a site advertises — we try to note the wagering requirement, any deposit minimum, and expiry window alongside it, because a bonus without those terms tells you almost nothing useful. We update figures when we notice a site has changed its promotion, but terms move quickly in this industry, so always confirm the current offer directly on the operator's own site before you rely on it.
Who this site is for — and who it isn't
This content is written for adults aged 21 and over who are already familiar with how casino games work and who want to compare operators rather than learn the rules from scratch. Nothing on newyorkcounts2020.org is intended for anyone under 21, and nothing here should be read as encouragement to gamble, to gamble more than you can afford, or to treat online casino play as a way to make money. Gambling carries a real risk of losing what you stake, and no bonus, strategy or "system" changes that.
If gambling stops being entertainment and starts feeling like a problem — chasing losses, spending more than planned, or gambling to cope with stress — help is available. The National Problem Gambling Helpline can be reached at 1-800-GAMBLER, and New York residents can also contact the HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY. Our Responsible Gambling page has more on the tools operators typically offer, including deposit limits and self-exclusion.
What this site doesn't do
We don't fabricate reviews, invent payout figures, or claim to have tested withdrawal times ourselves — we haven't deposited or played on these sites, and we don't pretend otherwise. Where information isn't publicly confirmed, we say so rather than guessing. We also don't offer tax or legal advice; if you have questions about how gambling winnings are taxed or whether a particular site is lawful to use from your location, speak to a qualified professional.
Questions about this site
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