About Us

Non Gamstop Casinos was built for one straightforward reason: readers who have self-excluded through GAMSTOP kept searching for clear, honest information about casinos operating outside that scheme, and struggled to find it. This page explains who we are, what we do, and how we go about comparing the sites listed on smas.co.uk.

What We Do

We research and compare online casinos that sit outside the UK's GAMSTOP self-exclusion programme, most of which are licensed in Curaçao rather than by the UK Gambling Commission. Our focus is on giving readers a realistic picture of what these sites offer — games, bonuses, payment options and terms — so that anyone considering them can make an informed choice rather than guessing. We list newer arrivals alongside established brands, and we update our comparisons as offers, terms and operators change.

How We Rate and Rank Casinos

Every casino featured on smas.co.uk, including Betmica, Kikibet, Betninja and the rest of our reviewed brands, is assessed against the same set of practical criteria:

• Licensing and operator transparency, including where the casino is registered and what that means for the reader
• The range of games on offer — slots, table games and any live-dealer options
• Welcome offers and ongoing promotions, read against their wagering requirements and expiry terms
• Payment methods available to UK players, along with withdrawal timeframes and limits
• Site usability, mobile performance and the clarity of terms and conditions

Editorial ratings shown alongside each casino reflect this research, not customer reviews or paid placement. Commission arrangements with some operators help fund the site, but they never decide a brand's position in our rankings — a casino paying us nothing can rank above one that doesn't, and vice versa, based purely on how it performs against our criteria.

Why We Cover Casinos Not on GamStop

GAMSTOP is a voluntary UK self-exclusion scheme that blocks a person's access to casinos and betting sites licensed by the UK Gambling Commission. It doesn't extend to operators licensed elsewhere, which is why casinos registered in jurisdictions such as Curaçao continue to be accessible to UK-based players who have registered with the scheme. We don't take a position on whether someone should or shouldn't use these sites — that's a personal decision. What we do is make sure the information available to make that decision is accurate, current and free of exaggerated marketing claims. For readers who want to understand the full picture, including how these operators compare with UKGC-licensed sites and what protections differ between the two, our full guide to non GamStop casinos goes into more depth.

A Balanced View, Not a One-Sided Pitch

Casinos outside GAMSTOP aren't inherently better or worse than UK-licensed alternatives — they're different, with different regulatory backing, different bonus structures and often faster account setup. We try to reflect both sides honestly: larger welcome packages and fewer restrictions are genuine advantages some readers value, but Curaçao licensing carries less consumer protection than a UK Gambling Commission licence, and readers should weigh that before signing up anywhere. We flag limitations in every review we publish, including for the highest-rated brands on our list.

Responsible Gambling Matters to Us

Because many of our readers have already taken steps to limit their gambling through GAMSTOP, we take responsible gambling seriously across the whole site. Our responsible gambling page covers tools and support options available regardless of which casino a reader chooses, and we'd encourage anyone unsure about their own play to read it before signing up anywhere. All content on smas.co.uk is intended for adults aged 18 and over.

Keeping This Site Accurate

Terms, bonuses and operator details in this industry change often. We review our listings on a rolling basis and update ratings, offers and comparisons when something changes materially. Full terms governing use of this site are set out in our Terms and Conditions.

Get in Touch

If you've spotted something out of date, have a question about how we rank casinos, or want to share feedback on an operator we cover, our Contact Us page has the details you need to reach us. We read every message and use reader feedback to keep our reviews sharp and relevant.