With all the talk about legal online gambling in the United States centered around states like New Jersey and Pennsylvania, it is time to give some love to the site that passed the first comprehensive online gambling legislation in the country – Delaware!
Many of you reading this may not know that it was, in fact, Delaware that snuck in its legislation just before New Jersey did, and it includes all forms of online gambling including poker, sports betting and casinos. This page is focused on online casinos in Delaware – what’s available, how it works and how to get the most out of your playing experience.
Since we get lots of questions from readers, we thought it would be better to respond to the most common questions rather than force you to read a whole page trying to find the information you are seeking. If there is a question you don’t see the answer to below, feel free to email us, and we’ll add it to the list!
Everything you need to know about online casinos in Delaware
Where can I play online casino games in Delaware?
As part of the legislation to make online gambling legal in the state, licenses for online casinos were awarded to the three land-based gaming properties in the state. As a result, you can play online casino games with the following casinos:
Delaware Park
Harrington Racetrack
Dover Downs
Can I play games from my mobile device?
Yes! Mobile casino games are a great way to access your favorite slots and table games quickly and conveniently from your phone or tablet, and both are available to residents of Delaware through the sites listed above.
Are offshore casinos still an option now that online casinos are legal?
Delaware residents are still able to access the hundreds of offshore-based online casinos accepting players from the United States. These sites did not go out of business as a result of regulations. IN fact, their marketing efforts only seemed to get more aggressive as a result of the added legal competition. While you can still play games at these sites, we know it is getting more difficult to make deposits and withdrawals, and there is no real reason to play with a site that faces no consequences if you have an issue with your account when there are such great regulated options in the state.
How do I create an account?
Once you select a casino site to play with, making an account from your computer or mobile device is super easy! Once you find the registration page, the site is going to ask you for some details about yourself (gender, age, address) and maybe even for a Username for the site. Once you give them this information, which should only take a couple of minutes, your account will be set up, and you will be ready for action!
What is the best way to make a deposit?
A major benefit of having regulated gaming in a state like Delaware is that it opens the door to many more payment methods. These methods range from credit and debit cards to companies like Paypal that offer an e-wallet solution. If you want to be a little more anonymous with your banking information, you can always use a prepaid Visa card. Finally, you can walk right up to the cage at the land-based casino associated with your online account and make a deposit into your account in cash.
Who oversees the regulated casino market in Delaware?
Delaware online gambling is managed by the Delaware Lottery. They are the group you would go to if you have an issue with a site that needs escalating, and they are also the group that ensures that all sites licensed in the state are adhering to the rules and regulations set out in the law.
Can I play poker or bet on sports with the same account as my casino games?
When the online gambling regulations were passed into law in 2012, this included a comprehensive license to offer not just casino games but also poker and sports. Of course, the sports license was provisional until PASPA was repealed in 2018. Now, when you create your online casino account, you will also see links in the lobby to play poker and to make sports bets. Bear in mind that online poker in Delaware is not available on mobile devices, so if you want to hit the digital felt, you will have to do so from a PC.
What types of games can I play at an online casino?
There are literally hundreds of choices inside an online casino lobby. This may sound overwhelming at first, but when you see how the games are categorized for easy filter and access, you will be less worried about how many games to choose from and be wondering how you can play all the great titles! Some slots games range from the classic three-reel games from the start of the industry all the way to the most advanced graphics and branded content from the world of entertainment. With no physical limitations to size, you will also find afar wider array of table games than you would find in a land-based casino, providing something for all different types of players. Our site reviews will go into great detail about the game offering from each licensed casino and how each differs from one another.
How do I know the games aren’t rigged for me to lose?
Every online casino runs on software that is based on a Random Number Generator and a set of rules that pertain to each game being played. Both the RNG and the game logic are reviewed by an approved third-party auditing firm to ensure their accuracy and integrity. Only then will the Delaware Lottery allow the games to be available for real money to anyone in the state.
What happens if I win and want my money?
This is the hope we have for all our casino players! Now, we know that they don’t build billion-dollar casinos to give away money, but if you are on the right side of the edge and manage to have some winnings, getting your money is as easy as clicking on the “Withdraw” button and choosing the method you wish to use. Each site will have its own rules about holding payouts while they check from fraud and limits per withdrawal method, so it is best to have a look at the Terms and Conditions of each site before you make your decision on where to play.
What makes one site better than another?
We could go on about this for ages, but we will try to summarize what helps us decide on an online casino site. First, you should do your research – thankfully, the options are limited to three sites currently in Delaware so it is far easier to compare and contracts the sites. It becomes even easier when you look at our detailed reviews of each of the sites. Our experts look at all kinds of factors including Game Selection, Customer Service, Payout Fees and Promotions. The right combination of factors that affect your individual style of play go into making the right decision about where to play. Remember that this is your hard-earned money we are talking about here, and while the odds are in the casinos’ favor, you should be at the very least getting the most entertainment value out of your time playing online. One final thing you should consider is the proximity from your house to the land-based properties, as you may be able to turn your online loyalty into tangible, real-life benefits.