Before you deposit on any case opening site, check five critical things: that it publishes full odds, explains how results are generated, states its withdrawal terms clearly, runs on the real address, and lets you set limits. If any of those fail, don't deposit. The full 15-point checklist below covers the rest.
This page doesn't name or rate sites. It gives you a method you can apply to any of them yourself, in about fifteen minutes.
How to use the checklist
- Items marked Critical are pass/fail. One fail is enough to stop.
- The other items are scored: 2 = clear and fine, 1 = unclear or partial, 0 = missing or bad.
- Write down what you found and where, with the date. Terms change.
The 15-point checklist
A. Odds and fairness
| # | Check | Type | What "pass" looks like |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Full odds table on every case | Critical | Item-level chances that add up to ~100% |
| 2 | Explanation of how results are generated | Critical | A described method (e.g. provably fair seeds) you can follow |
| 3 | Rolls can be verified after the fact | Scored | Seed/hash/nonce shown per opening, with a verifier |
| 4 | Item values match the wear stated | Scored | Value tied to a specific condition |
For points 1 and 4, our guide on reading a case odds table shows what to look for.
B. Money in
| # | Check | Type | What "pass" looks like |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Deposit fees and conversion shown before payment | Scored | You see exactly how much balance you'll get |
| 6 | Minimum deposit is reasonable for you | Scored | You aren't forced to deposit more than you planned |
| 7 | Bonus terms are written out | Scored | Wagering, expiry and eligibility in plain text |
C. Money out
| # | Check | Type | What "pass" looks like |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Withdrawal terms are published | Critical | Methods, minimums, holds and fees all stated |
| 9 | Sell-back rate is stated | Scored | A clear percentage of listed value |
| 10 | Wagering required before withdrawal | Scored | None, or a clearly stated multiple |
D. Account and identity
| # | Check | Type | What "pass" looks like |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | You're on the real address | Critical | Typed yourself, not from a DM, ad or redirect |
| 12 | Two-factor authentication available | Scored | 2FA for login and withdrawals |
| 13 | Clear operator info and terms | Scored | Company details, terms, privacy policy, support contact |
E. Player protection
| # | Check | Type | What "pass" looks like |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Deposit limits or self-exclusion tools | Critical | You can cap spending or block your account |
| 15 | Age gate and restricted regions stated | Scored | 18+ requirement and country restrictions are explicit |
Scoring a site (fictional example)
Here is a filled-in sheet for an invented site, "Site X". It is not based on any real operator.
| Area | Results | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Critical items (1, 2, 8, 11, 14) | All five pass | Pass |
| Odds & fairness (3, 4) | 2 + 1 | 3 / 4 |
| Money in (5, 6, 7) | 2 + 2 + 0 | 4 / 6 |
| Money out (9, 10) | 1 + 2 | 3 / 4 |
| Account (12, 13) | 2 + 1 | 3 / 4 |
| Protection (15) | 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Total scored | 15 / 20 |
There are 10 scored items × 2 points = 20 maximum. Site X passes every critical check and scores 15/20 (75%). The weak spots are bonus terms (0 — not written out) and a vague sell-back rate (1). The practical response: don't take the bonus, and confirm the sell-back rate with support before depositing.
A score isn't a recommendation. It's a map of where the friction and risk are, so nothing surprises you later.
Red flags that end the check immediately
- No odds table, or odds only by colour tier.
- Withdrawal terms you can only see after depositing.
- A login page that asks for your game account password directly.
- Pressure tactics: countdown "deposit now" offers, or support pushing bigger deposits.
- Promises of profit, "guaranteed wins" or "beat the house" claims.
- The address arrived in an unsolicited message or comment.
How long the check takes
A realistic time budget for the full sheet, based on working through it on a typical site layout:
| Section | Items | Approx. time |
|---|---|---|
| Odds and fairness | 4 | 4 min |
| Money in | 3 | 3 min |
| Money out | 3 | 4 min |
| Account and identity | 3 | 2 min |
| Player protection | 2 | 2 min |
| Total | 15 | 15 min |
Money out takes longest because withdrawal rules are often spread across the terms, an FAQ and a help-centre article. If you cannot find a rule within a few minutes, ask support in writing and keep the reply. A site that will not answer a plain question about withdrawals before you deposit is unlikely to become more helpful afterwards.
Recording what you found
Keep a simple note for every site you check: the date, the address you used, each item's score, and a link or screenshot for anything critical. Terms change without notice, and a dated record is the only way to show what was promised when you deposited. It also stops you re-checking the same site from memory, which is where mistakes creep in.
After you deposit
The checklist doesn't stop at the deposit. Do a small withdrawal early, before you've built up a balance, to see that the process works as described. Keep screenshots of the terms you relied on. And set your limits on day one, not after a bad session.
Keep perspective
Even a site that passes every point is selling a paid random draw with a built-in margin — see case price vs item value for how to measure it. A good checklist result protects you from avoidable problems; it doesn't make the draw better value. If you need help staying in control, our responsible gambling page lists free support.
FAQ
What is the single most important thing to check?
The withdrawal terms. Many problems only appear when you try to take something out — minimums, holds, wagering requirements or limited item stock. Read them before you deposit, not after you win.
Does a provably fair system mean a site is safe?
No. Provably fair lets you verify that a roll matched the published seeds. It says nothing about whether the site pays out, prices items fairly or protects your account.
Should I connect my game account or trade link?
Only if you have to, and only after checking the address carefully. Fake sites copy real ones to steal accounts. Use two-factor authentication and never enter your login on a page you reached from a message or ad.
How do I use the checklist score?
Treat the critical items as pass or fail. If any critical item fails, stop there. The remaining items help you compare how much friction and risk a site puts in your way.