If you are afraid of releasing your kyc documents why do you gamble?

[Jubilee58]

Well, that's their risk to take. We all have a choice about where and what gambling site we want to use, and whether KYC is needed, we can accept it or just look for another one without it.

Look, there are still gambling sites who doesn't require KYC, although it's risky to gamble using their service. Now, that's a problem that we are willing to take because there's a chance that it can be a scam. So, at the end of the day, it's the gambler's choice whether he will do it or not.
There are some who still accept level 1 KYC, but the withdrawals and deposits are limited. If you are not a hardcore gambler, that will be enough.

Different gamblers actually know what they want , and this actually affects their decision when it comes to choosing the platform they want to gamble on. Sometimes, some gamblers don't have the required documents for kyc making them to runaway, some too have but fear imputing their identity verification online. Security of your gambling account is very important because without identity verification, their is every possibility that someone can touch or tamper your gambling account, and you will not be aware, but with the use of kyc, you will always be given security alert each time someone wants to touch your account. The introduction of kyc is not bad, it is just to give people security to their account, and that is the more reason why you see some gamblers getting involved with scam platforms, and end up not acheiving their aims.

[Yorubek]

It true that most gamblers cared about their personal information and their kyc, but yet still find interest to gamble. Since you have decided to gamble why don't you be that willing to release your kyc information to the gambling site or possibly use a no kyc casino to gambling to maintain your anonymity?

If you must gambled on a kyc casino then be ready to release your kyc details because there is no need being afraid of your documents knowing too well that the gambling site will definitely asked for your verification document if there is need for it. So why are you afraid of gambling? To be precised, I do not like when people refused to release their documents and but are willing to use gambling site even after knowing that the gambling site will later asked for their information.

If you want to gamble at a reputed, licensed casino, then there is no doubt that you must complete KYC when creating an account. Naturally, no one wants to give personal information willingly, but if you want to gamble, you have to complete KYC with specific personal information, you can never go beyond the specific rules of the casino and create an account. So I think first of all, choose a reputed, licensed casino that has been operating for a long time, the chances of being scammed  are naturally low, but before completing KYC, carefully observe the rules and regulations of the casino, then completing KYC is reasonable. Providing personal information is risky, but if you want to gamble, you must provide personal information. This is completely transparent.

[Fiatless]

It true that most gamblers cared about their personal information and their kyc, but yet still find interest to gamble. Since you have decided to gamble why don't you be that willing to release your kyc information to the gambling site or possibly use a no kyc casino to gambling to maintain your anonymity?

If you must gambled on a kyc casino then be ready to release your kyc details because there is no need being afraid of your documents knowing too well that the gambling site will definitely asked for your verification document if there is need for it. So why are you afraid of gambling? To be precised, I do not like when people refused to release their documents and but are willing to use gambling site even after knowing that the gambling site will later asked for their information.

Why should KYC be a compulsory requirement to use gambling systems? People should be allowed to enjoy gambling without giving out their personal information. Before now, different platforms didn't require KYC. But because the government wants to keep controlling and intruding on the privacy of citizens, they are making laws that mandate casinos to ask for KYC.

Reading the ToS of casinos is essential if you want to have a good experience with casinos. If you are not comfortable with the requirements of the platform, it's better to avoid them. However, casinos should always inform users if there are changes in their policies.

[noorman0]

If they can manage the risks associated with withdrawal limitations, then it’s not an issue. In reality, a lot of effort goes into avoiding being flagged for advanced verification.

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If you must gambled on a kyc casino then be ready to release your kyc details because there is no need being afraid of your documents knowing too well that the gambling site will definitely asked for your verification document if there is need for it.

Yes, and sometimes the size of the winnings can alter a person's principles and ideal about privacy. Someone might even register using a relative's identity just to avoid compromising those principles.

[Franklyn-wood]

Well, that's their risk to take. We all have a choice about where and what gambling site we want to use, and whether KYC is needed, we can accept it or just look for another one without it.

Look, there are still gambling sites who doesn't require KYC, although it's risky to gamble using their service. Now, that's a problem that we are willing to take because there's a chance that it can be a scam. So, at the end of the day, it's the gambler's choice whether he will do it or not.
There are some who still accept level 1 KYC, but the withdrawals and deposits are limited. If you are not a hardcore gambler, that will be enough.

Different gamblers actually know what they want , and this actually affects their decision when it comes to choosing the platform they want to gamble on. Sometimes, some gamblers don't have the required documents for kyc making them to runaway, some too have but fear imputing their identity verification online. Security of your gambling account is very important because without identity verification, their is every possibility that someone can touch or tamper your gambling account, and you will not be aware, but with the use of kyc, you will always be given security alert each time someone wants to touch your account. The introduction of kyc is not bad, it is just to give people security to their account, and that is the more reason why you see some gamblers getting involved with scam platforms, and end up not acheiving their aims.

That's the point sir, so many are afraid of releasing there information online for security purposes and the reason for KYC is also to secure ones account from intruders that might try encroaching into the account resulting to loss of funds and account. I don't see reason why anyone should be afraid of KYC most importantly when they have are the required information needed to complete KYC.
In other to avoid been scammed through site without KYC, we need to make available every required information to secure our accounts, that keeps is updated whenever anyone is trying to compromise our account.

[Junii]

It true that most gamblers cared about their personal information and their kyc, but yet still find interest to gamble. Since you have decided to gamble why don't you be that willing to release your kyc information to the gambling site or possibly use a no kyc casino to gambling to maintain your anonymity?

If you must gambled on a kyc casino then be ready to release your kyc details because there is no need being afraid of your documents knowing too well that the gambling site will definitely asked for your verification document if there is need for it. So why are you afraid of gambling? To be precised, I do not like when people refused to release their documents are willing to use gambling site even after knowing that the gambling site will later asked for their information.

I disagree with that because there are many casino's that clearly mentioned in there terms and conditions that they do not need kyc and people are choosing them which are uncomfortable with kyc some people might say in those casino's there are chances of manipulation but in casino whether they need kyc or not  there is still a house edge is available in both of them which traps a person in the long term. So if someone is uncomfortable with kyc there are choosing a casinos that does not need kyc.

[jahead]

Honestly, completely apart from gambling, the right to privacy and anonymity is a basic human right. Just because you engage in an activity like gambling, leaving aside whether thats good or bad  you shouldnt have to give up or compromise any of your rights. Period.
Also, your financial situation is nobody elses business in general. Especially here in Germany, its part of the culture to keep a low profile rather than shout it from the rooftops if you have money, whereas in the US, for example, people seem to handle that quite differently. 

[Smartprofit]

I think many forum members prefer decentralized systems to centralized ones (otherwise, they wouldn't be interested in Bitcoin, Monero, and other similar cryptocurrencies). 🙋

However, in many cases, we have to interact with centralized structures (centralized exchanges, money exchangers, online casinos, etc.). Interacting with such systems is always fraught with risks.

We can go to an online casino, gamble, win occasionally, withdraw our winnings to our cold wallet, and everything will be fine. And this can continue for a very long time... But one day, the casino will ask us for KYC. This is a risk that always exists when interacting with centralized systems.

You ask us why we take risks? But people always take risks! Without risk, no new action is possible. A negative scenario can always materialize.  If you prefer, you can consider this a form of gambling. We'll either face KYC requirements or we won't. Place your bets, gentlemen!🎲

[Muba20]

If in a casino KYC is mandatory or they may ask for KYC for any reason, then those who register at that casino should not have any worries regarding KYC. Because they have registered there consciously. Although everyone who gambles crypto prefers to keep their identity secret, due to the regulations, the casino authorities have nothing to do there. Those who are not willing to give their identity cards in any way should definitely find a platform that does not ask for KYC. However, these days, governments are getting strict and they are collecting revenue from casinos. They will definitely not support anonymous casinos. I think that providing KYC at trusted casinos for ordinary gamblers will not have a negative impact.

[Mate2237]

A lot of players like to use casinos that don't require KYC documents but they want a casino that is secured, it doesn't really work like that because in order for you to use a functional casino that can properly secure your funds from hackers or any unauthorized user you need casinos that ask for players to upload their informations. If this isn't your preference you might as well make use of the ones that don't require KYC to access.



The problem with most of the casinos that are KYC free is that they don't really state out certain things in their terms, while some make it clear most of them don't and this is where players have an issue. One thing that they fail to point out is that KYC verification isn't needed but when they end up winning a huge amount of money it's required of them to upload some important informations before withdrawal.

[yudi09]

It true that most gamblers cared about their personal information and their kyc, but yet still find interest to gamble. Since you have decided to gamble why don't you be that willing to release your kyc information to the gambling site or possibly use a no kyc casino to gambling to maintain your anonymity?

If you must gambled on a kyc casino then be ready to release your kyc details because there is no need being afraid of your documents knowing too well that the gambling site will definitely asked for your verification document if there is need for it. So why are you afraid of gambling? To be precised, I do not like when people refused to release their documents and but are willing to use gambling site even after knowing that the gambling site will later asked for their information.

Before addressing that, I want to point out that, perhaps unknowingly, hardly anyone truly retains their privacy anymore, as most people have already submitted KYC information. A common example from daily life is online shopping; you provide your personal identity details when signing up. Similarly, anyone with a bank account has inevitably submitted personal data to complete the necessary forms.

Regarding casinos, while you might be able to play without undergoing KYC initially—since some casinos do not require it upfront—the casino may eventually demand KYC verification when you attempt to withdraw your funds. If the casino requests identification at the withdrawal stage, I believe players will ultimately comply in order to secure their winnings.

[Agbe]

When ever I see these type of people who claim to be afraid when it comes to releasing their KYC , while gambling I see them as people who are not really serious when it comes to gambling. This is because with the current regulatory requirements that we have today KYC is now a compulsory thing, and so if anyone is interested in gambling online then such a person should be ready to disclose their KYC information. But apart from data theft that we have been seen of recent, were the data of customers in the Casinos custody will be used for other purpose why will someone be afraid of releasing their KYC in a legitimate platform wether it's crypto gambling or not.

[POPOLUV]

Some gamblers are interested in gambling, but they prefer casinos that do not require KYC. if you look at these no KYC casinos, they lack many features that can only be found in KYC casinos. These gamblers are not comfortable providing their personal information. At this point, it seems they feel stranded and unsure of what to do. However, due to their interest in gambling, some gamblers force themselves to accept KYC casinos to enjoy a better gambling experience. I believe every gambler may have their own reasons for choosing to gamble at KYC casinos despite their reluctance to share personal information.

My instinct is telling me that those gamblers that fall within the range of not releasing their kyc documents because of being afraid that best know to them, offen happen to those are newly in casinos industry because an old taker, will not think twice of releasing their kyc documents to a casino betting site that they know very well because verification of kyc to any casinos, serve as a major means of protection your account from any intruder and giving it a second thought, it is seen or believe that everything that has advantages also has disadvantages too, so gamblers should always remain wise when taking decisions on the kind of casino, you will release your personal information to.

[ColdLava40]

It true that most gamblers cared about their personal information and their kyc, but yet still find interest to gamble. Since you have decided to gamble why don't you be that willing to release your kyc information to the gambling site or possibly use a no kyc casino to gambling to maintain your anonymity?

If you must gambled on a kyc casino then be ready to release your kyc details because there is no need being afraid of your documents knowing too well that the gambling site will definitely asked for your verification document if there is need for it. So why are you afraid of gambling? To be precised, I do not like when people refused to release their documents and but are willing to use gambling site even after knowing that the gambling site will later asked for their information.

That is what happens when everything around you suddenly becomes centralized.

Kyc used to be a thing of choice, you play at casino, you make use of exchanges and you have a choice whether to use sites that requires kyc or not . But not everything is just revolving around KYC, giving users no choice.

We at some point do not have a choice because even those sites claiming to be no kyc at some time in the future will demand them from you.

They only give you the no kyc service when they are still very new and later show you how they really do operate.

[Wiwo]

Gambling comes with two choices, and I choose based on my preference, but most often I already have a settled mind towards gambling, which is to remain with casinos that I have already made verification on and trust their judgment.

There is no point in not handing over my documents for verification anytime is being asked.

[KiaKia]

KYC verification shouldn't be the reason to quit gambling, and there is nothing wrong with gamblers avoiding KYC verification because you can see how some data are getting leaked, this is enough reason for gamblers to start avoiding KYC altogether.

I still believe that few online casinos still exits out there so there should be no stopping of gambling because of KYC verification, although I think KYC will be compulsory for all online casinos in the future.

Online casinos that allows no KYC verification must be ready for this because it's already creeping up as we speak, very soon no KYC will be something of the past.

[lionheart78]

KYC verification shouldn't be the reason to quit gambling, and there is nothing wrong with gamblers avoiding KYC verification because you can see how some data are getting leaked, this is enough reason for gamblers to start avoiding KYC altogether.

True that, who is not worry on the thought of his data being exposed to hackers, but once a gambler see that the site is reputable, his worry may dessipate and start believing that his information is safe in the hand of the casino.  This is one reason why some gamblers who are afraid of KYC continue to gamble and surprisingly go with the KYC procedure.

I still believe that few online casinos still exits out there so there should be no stopping of gambling because of KYC verification, although I think KYC will be compulsory for all online casinos in the future.

Yes, there are still online casinos that are KYC-free and some of their service announcement can be found in this forum's gambling board.

Online casinos that allows no KYC verification must be ready for this because it's already creeping up as we speak, very soon no KYC will be something of the past.

I think gamblers should be ready for this mandatory KYC because regulatory board are really pushing for this KYC to be implement on all platform that deals with finances.

[Grace333]

Who gambles on a site that clearly asks for kyc and then feels reluctant to upload their informations, they might as well just use the ones that are kyc free to save themselves the stress. Every gambler has their choice and that's understandable, kyc should not be a reason whynanyone would decide not to gamble when they already planned to because there are other sites that you can use that would not ask.for this. There is no point in being afraid to release your kyc details, if you have done your research about the casino and you know tha it is legit then you should not have any worries with this.

[Versatile_choice]

Your question makes it look as though we are gambling for KYC, of course there are people who decide not to gamble due to this KYC issues because they wouldn't want their reputation to be ruined. Remember not everyone that is gambling for profit, some people are just gambling for fun that is why they find it hard to put their KYC in a casino. But as for those that are gambling for profit even though they decide not to give their KYC documents to the casino at some point you will see them giving it out, so this issue about KYC is just a matter of choice if you don't want to give out your KYC to the casino you can as well switch to no KYC casino.

[Curious T]

Have you seen anyone who registered on a KYC casino and refused to give KYC when the time comes? People who use KYC casinos already know what they are signing up for. I use KYC casinos too, but on most of them, it's when you win a big amount that you will be asked for KYC. When people complain about JYC casinos that market themselves as non KYC casinos. They purposely hide the fact that they are a KYC casino in a wall of text in their ToS because most people don't bother to read it. That sucks.

But apart from data theft that we have been seen of recent, were the data of customers in the Casinos custody will be used for other purpose why will someone be afraid of releasing their KYC in a legitimate platform wether it's crypto gambling or not.

While will you put the "data theft" apart? Isn't that enough reason not to want to data out there? How can you downplay something like that like it's a very minor thing? Or do I need to be a criminal to not want my data to be stolen or misused?