Affiliate Disclosure
At Times of Casino, we believe you deserve to know exactly how we make money. This page explains our affiliate relationships, our commission structure, and why these partnerships don’t influence the integrity of our casino reviews and recommendations. We’re completely transparent about how we operate our business and remain independent in our editorial decisions.
How Times of Casino Earns Money From Affiliates
Times of Casino is an independent review and information platform for online casinos, sports betting platforms, and gambling information. We don’t operate casinos ourselves, but earn revenue through affiliate partnerships with licensed casino operators.
Here’s how it works:
When a visitor onTimes of Casino:
1. Clicks on a link to a casino/platform operator (like a “Play Now” or “Visit Casino” button)
2. Completes the signup process and makes a real-money deposit with that operator
3. Times of Casino receives a Commission (One time and percentage based commission) from the operator.
Important: We only earn money when a player signs up AND makes a deposit. We don’t earn anything if someone clicks the link and then leaves without signing up. We receive NO commission based on how much the player loses, wins, or how long they gamble.
Example: If you click our link to “Example Casino,” complete signup, and deposit $100, Times of Casino receives a one-time commission. Additionally, whenever you make a deposit and the casino/platform earns revenue, we earn a small percentage. We earn nothing from your gameplay, losses, or wins.
Our Editorial Independence: Commissions Don't Influence Our Reviews
Our affiliate commissions DO NOT determine which platforms we recommend or how we rate them.
Our commitment to independence:
🔹 We only recommend platforms that meet OUR quality standards, regardless of commission rates.
Although some casino/platform operators offer Times of Casino higher commissions than others, we only recommend platforms based on their player experience, licensing, security, game selection, and customer service—NOT on commission size. If a high-commission operator has poor customer reviews or security issues, we don’t recommend them. If a lower-commission operator is exceptional, we promote it equally.
🔹 We review platforms objectively and document our testing process.
Each casino/platform on our site undergoes independent testing by our team:
- Verification of gaming licenses (UK Gambling Commission, Malta Gaming Authority, etc.)
- Testing withdrawal processing times (same-day requirement verification)
- Reviewing game selection and software providers
- Assessing customer support responsiveness (average response time)
- Evaluating bonus terms for fairness and clarity
- Checking security certifications (SSL, data protection compliance)
🔹 We can review operators we don’t earn commission from.
Some platforms we review are not affiliate partners. We review them the same way because our goal is to serve readers, not to maximize earnings.
🔹 We clearly distinguish between recommended platforms and operators we partner with.
Our primary goal is to help readers make informed gambling decisions. Commission partnerships are secondary to that mission.
Our Platform Review Methodology
Our primary goal is to help readers make informed gambling decisions. Commission partnerships are secondary to that mission.
Step 1: License Verification
We verify that every casino we review holds a valid license from a recognized gambling regulator:- UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) – UK players
- Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) – EU/International players
- Gibraltar Regulatory Authority (GRA)
- Other recognized regulators depending on jurisdiction
Step 2: Security & Fairness Audit
We check for:- SSL/TLS encryption (website security standard)
- Third-party auditing (eCOGRA, GLI, iTech Labs)
- Responsible gambling tools (deposit limits, self-exclusion, reality checks)
- Fraud prevention measures
Step 3: Live Testing
Our team personally tests each platform:- Account creation and verification process
- Deposit methods and transaction times
- Game selection and functionality
- Mobile app performance (if applicable)
- Customer support response times
- Withdrawal speed and process
Step 4: Bonus & Offer Review
We review all promotional offers and verify:- Accuracy of bonus terms and wagering requirements
- Compliance to responsible gambling standards
- Fair terms compared to industry standards
- No predatory or misleading bonus language
Step 5: Ongoing Monitoring
We don’t review a casino once and forget about it. We continuously monitor:- Player complaints and reviews
- Regulatory status changes
- Bonus updates
- License renewal status
If a previously-recommended casino deteriorates in quality or faces regulatory issues, we update our review and rating immediately.
For a complete breakdown of our testing procedures, see our review methodology page.
Our Commitment to Responsible Gambling
Although Times of Casino earns commission from casino signups, we are committed to responsible gambling principles. Our business model DOES NOT depend on players losing money or gambling excessively.
Our Responsible Gambling Standards:
- We NEVER recommend casinos that lack responsible gambling tools (deposit limits, self-exclusion, cooling-off periods)
- We provide clear warnings about gambling risks in every review
- We link prominently to gambling support resources:
- We never use marketing language that suggests gambling is a way to make money or that addiction isn't a real concern
- We recommend only casinos with age-verification processes (18+ requirement in most jurisdictions)
- We prioritize casinos with transparent terms and fair bonus offers over those with predatory terms
If You or Someone You Know Struggles with Gambling:
- US National Hotline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
- UK (BeGambleAware): 0808 8020 133
- Australia: 1800 858 858
- Canada: 1-800-370-7535
Checkout our full regarding responsible gambling resources page
How You'll See Our Affiliate Disclosure
We disclose affiliates in multiple places to ensure you always know when a link may result in a commission:
1. On This Page (You’re reading it now)
This dedicated page explains our entire affiliate model and business practices.
2 In the Website Footer
Every page on Times of Casino includes a footer link: “Affiliate Disclosure – How We Make Money” so you can always access this information.
3. On Review Pages
Each casino review clearly states:
- Whether this casino is an affiliate partner of Times of Casino
- That clicking “Play Now” may result in a commission
- Our commitment that this doesn’t influence our rating
4. In Review Content
Within the review text, we include statements like:
“Times of Casino earns an affiliate commission if you sign up through this link at no additional cost to you.”
Your Rights: Questions About Our Affiliate Relationships?
You have the right to understand exactly how we make money and how our business interests might affect our content. If you have questions about our affiliate relationships:
Email us: contact@timesofcasino.com or partner@timesofcasino.com
Report a potential conflict of interest: We want you to tell us if you believe a Times of Casino review is biased or unfairly promoting a low-quality casino.
Contact: contact@timesofcasino.com
We commit to responding to all affiliate-related inquiries within 5 business days.
Legal & Regulatory Compliance
Our affiliate disclosure practices comply with:
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Endorsement Guides – We clearly disclose material connections between Times of Casino and recommended platforms, as required by US federal law.
UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) / UKGC Requirements – For UK readers, we comply with all affiliate marketing standards set by the Advertising Standards Authority and UK Gambling Commission.
Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) Guidelines – Our EU/International marketing complies with MGA standards for affiliate transparency.
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – We comply with GDPR standards for any personal data associated with your use of our affiliate links.
The Bottom Line
Simply put, here’s what our affiliate model means for you:
✓ We earn from new player signups, not from your losses.
We earn a commission when you sign up or when a brand earns from your deposit. We don’t earn more if you lose money or gamble more.
✓ Commissions don’t influence our reviews.
We’d recommend the same casinos at the same star ratings even if we earned zero commission. Our reputation depends on honest reviews.
✓ You can trust our recommendations.
Every casino we recommend has been independently tested by our team against clear objective criteria (licensing, security, fairness, customer service).
✓ We’re transparent about our business model.
We’re not hiding anything. We’re upfront about whenever we earn a commission, and we’ve explained exactly how it works.
✓ We prioritize player safety over profits.
We recommend platforms with strong responsible gambling protections and won’t promote casinos with predatory practices, regardless of commission size.
Last Updated & Policy Changes
Last Updated: December 3, 2025
Version: 1.0
Next Review: March 1, 2026
We review this affiliate disclosure policy quarterly. If we make significant changes to our affiliate relationships or commission structure, we’ll update this page and notify our readers.
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