Fair and safe gambling

Want to gamble safely? Then it is important to know that there is an organisation in the Netherlands that watches out for that: the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA).

What does the KSA do?

The KSA makes sure that:

• Gambling is safe: They check whether gambling websites are reliable and whether you get your money back if you win.

• You don't get addicted: The KSA makes sure there is enough information about the risks of gambling and that there is help if you get into trouble.

• There is no abuse of gambling: The KSA makes sure there is no criminal activity, such as money laundering or match-fixing.

How does the KSA do this?

• Licences: All gambling websites in the Netherlands must be licensed by the KSA. Before a licence is given, the KSA checks whether the site complies with all the rules.

• Supervision: The KSA monitors whether gambling websites comply with the rules. If a site does something wrong, the KSA can impose fines or withdraw the licence.

• Information: The KSA provides information on safe gambling and the risks of gambling addiction.

What does this mean for you?

If you play on a legal gambling website, you are better protected. You can rest assured that:

• Your money is safe: You will get your winnings paid out.

• There is help if you get into trouble: You can contact the gambling website itself or organisations such as Loket Kansspel.

• The game is fair: The results are not tampered with.

How do you recognise a legal gambling website?

Read more about online gambling: what to look out for here.