Paying with crypto: what to check before you deposit

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Many gambling sites now accept cryptocurrency. Deposits can be fast and withdrawals sometimes quicker than bank transfers, but crypto adds risks that card payments do not have.

How a crypto deposit works

1. Choose the coin and network on the cashier page and copy the deposit address.
2. Send the funds from your own wallet, using exactly the same network.
3. Wait for the required confirmations before the balance appears.

Things to check first

• Network: sending a token on the wrong network can lose it permanently.
• Fees: network fees vary with congestion and some sites add their own.
• Volatility: the value of your balance can move while you play unless it is held in a stablecoin.
• Verification: licensed sites still apply identity checks, especially before withdrawals.
• Legality: crypto gambling rules differ by country; check yours.

Keep your own records of deposits and withdrawals. Crypto transactions cannot be reversed, so there is no chargeback if something goes wrong.