Before a person can start playing on an online casino he is usually required to do three things. The first is to download the software, the second is opening an online casino account (that is to register with the casino) and the third is to deposit funds. The first and third activities are no longer mandatory in many online casinos because of the introduction of the instant play or no download software and the facility to play for free. However all players need to open an account with the online casino.
The mechanism of opening an online account with the casino is very simple. Once the casino is downloaded the player is expected to connect to the casino lobby. There he will find the register button. He should click on it to start the registration process. Many online casinos have a system that starts the registration process while the casino software is downloading so as to save time. In the instant play version the registration button can be accessed once the casino has opened in the browser.
There are two types of accounts and the player has to choose one from them. One is a Real User account for players who want to play with real money. The other is a Guest User account for those online players who want to play for free. Since the online casino requires keeping track of the financial transactions for the Real User it has to open separate types of accounts for both these types of players. The player is required to choose the option he desires by clicking on it.
The registration process involves filling an online form that essentially asks for name, address and date of birth. These are not to be given casually, especially if the player is going for a Real User registration. Giving false information is illegal in many countries and can have far reaching consequences. The minimum that will happen if the player is caught giving false information is that he will be ejected from the online casino. He may have to forfeit his winnings or the funds he has deposited with the casino or may even face prosecution. The date of birth is important because everywhere underage players are not allowed to play, even for free. The correct address is important to verify the identity and also to ascertain if the player is from a jurisdiction that legally allows him to gamble online. The name is important because the player cannot play as someone else.
Real Users may be required to submit more detailed information when opening an online casino account. They may have to post or fax documentary proof of name, age and address, such as copies of passport or driving license. If these are required players should send them immediately because their withdrawals will not be processed unless the documentation is complete. Many online casinos require the Real User players to feed in the financial information while opening an account. Others may ask for it when the player makes his first casino deposit after they open an account at an online casino.
After the player has successfully entered the information he will be given an account number asked to choose a log in name and password. It is better to choose an alphanumeric password for better security. The account number, log in name and password should not be left lying around. If anyone enters the casino using a player’s authentic log in information the casino will not be responsible for the consequences.
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