Frequently Asked Bingo Questions:

Q: Is it necessary to pay in order to play bingo online?

A: No, there are many sites which offer free bingo. Indeed, some sites are dedicated to free bingo; other sites offer free promotional tickets or run free-game promotions.

 

Q: Why should I play bingo?

A: Bingo is a popular and exciting game, you have the chance of making money while also making friends – the bingo hall is a great place to socialise and enjoy yourself.

 

Q: How safe are online bingo sites?

A: Bingo sites are generally very safe to play at. Check out bingo review websites and opt to play at those sites that consistently receive a good review. There are some rogue casinos, but these generally stay online for limited periods before they are removed – to avoid these sites always play with a reputable company that has many good reviews.  

 

Q: Can I win good money at bingo?

A: Yes, the prizes offer good returns on your cash when you win. A bonus of playing bingo is that there is very little strategy involved. The sites have an auto daub system that marks your cards as you play, meaning that all you need to do is sit back and watch – you may think that sounds boring, but it is really fun to watch the numbers being marked off and gets really exciting when you only have a couple of numbers left to go.  

 

Q: Is there a difference between 90 Ball Bingo and 75 Ball Bingo?

A: Yes, with 90-ball bingo there are 90 numbers to choose from, with 75 ball bingo there are 75 balls. The tickets are also different and the balls are marked off as a pattern for one game, and as a line for other games.

 

Q: Am I able to play bingo from my mobile phone?

 A: Yes, many online bingo sites now offer players the chance to gamble from their < ahref="http://www.online-casinos.co.uk/Casino-Gambling-News/Top-10-Online-Gambling-Mobile-Phones--646.html">mobile phones.

 

Q: I live in America; can I still play bingo online?

A: Yes! Many bingo sites are open to American players – click this link for a list of sites that accept US players.

 

Q: What are the minimum and maximum stakes I can play?

A: This depends on the site and the games they offer. Some places offer bingo cards for as little as $0.01 the maximum stake we have found is $2.00 – but there are probably larger stakes available. These stakes are per card, so the site may offer $2.00 cards for which you can buy 48 per game, meaning you can buy in for a maximum of $96 per game, or for the $0.01, $0.48 per game.

 

Q: How old do I need to be to play?

A: Most countries have legislation that only allows people over the age of 18 to gamble, and most sites have the same age requirements. Some countries may have a lowered age limit, but you would need to find a site that facilitates that. Other countries have banned gambling completely, in which case, unless you want to get in trouble, you should not play at all.

 

Q: Do I have to pay to join?

A: For most sites, sign-up is free. We would recommend you avoid any site that makes you pay for membership to their bingo halls, there are plenty of good ones that do not.

 

Q: What is account verification?

A: Many sites will ask you to verify your account for legal and security reasons. Sometimes the process can seem convoluted and a waste of time, but it is a safety precaution and an attempt to prevent such things as identity fraud. Often you will need to provide proof of identification, such as a photocopy of your passport along with a photocopy of a bank account statement in your name, and at the address you provide. Until your account is verified you may not be able to deposit, and certainly will not be allowed to withdraw funds. Normally, you will need to send this information by email or fax. Never send the original documents!

 

Q: What do I do if I forget my login details?

A: This happens all the time! Bingo sites are so used to this by now that they allow you to retrieve your account login details by clicking on a ‘forgotten login details’ tab located somewhere near the login area on the site. They may have slightly different names for the tab, but they are easy enough to find. If you are unable to locate the

 

Q: What methods can I use to make payments online?

A: This depends on the site that you opt to play for. Most companies accept the major credit cards (e.g. Visa and Master Card); debit cards (e.g. Visa Delta, Visa Electron, Maestro and Solo); Neteller; PayPal; Bank Transfer. But there are other means of paying, check with the site in order to understand the options open to you.

 

Q: Can I have more than one payment method?

A: Again, this depends on the site, but, many of the larger sites do allow members to use more than one means of deposit.

 

Q: What currencies can I use?

A: This depends on the site also, but the most popular currencies are American dollars and British pounds.

 

Q: How long do withdrawals take?

A: This depends on the site, some places take as little as 2 working days, and others can take up to 2 weeks. Usually, the first withdrawal you make at a site takes the longest to clear; this is because they need to take time to verify your account.

 

Q: Are there charges for withdrawal?

A: No, most sites do not charge for withdrawing funds. If you find yourself playing with a site that does, remove yourself from their membership and find a site that does not charge.

 

Q: Are there limits to the amount I can withdraw?

A: Yes, most sites have minimum and maximum allowances; check with the individual site to find out their withdrawal limits.

 

Q: What do I do if I think I’m developing a gambling problem?

A: The first thing to do is to ensure that you do not play anymore, ask the site to remove your account – once you do this you will need to go through a rigorous process to re-activate the account and if they think you have a problem they should not reinstate your account. Then contact Gamblers Anonymous.

 

Q: What system requirements do I need to play online bingo?

A: There are generally few system requirements, but we recommend that you use at least a 56K modem.

 

Q: What happens if I lose connection during play?

A: The bingo site will keep track of your tickets automatically, even if you lose connection. So, if you were going to win, you still will. If you lose connection before you managed to hit the ‘play’ button, then the site will not take the bet – this can be frustrating if you were about to play a promotional game that only comes around intermittently.

 

Q: Why do sites recommend I delete cookies when the connection keeps dropping or runs slow?

A: Cookies are data files containing information on pages you visit on your browser and the dates they were last accessed. They allow websites to personalise their services to you, but your internet speed can be affected if they are not routinely deleted, as they take up memory on your computer. To delete cookies, click on the tools tab of your browser (e.g. Internet Explorer; FireFox; Linux), click on the internet options tab, click on the general tab, and then click on the delete cookies tab.

 

Q: How do I know the bingo games are fair?

A: Bingo sites should use a RNG (random number generator) and should be certified by an appropriate governing body, such as the Alderney Gambling Control Commission and the Lotteries and Gaming Authority.

 

Q: Are my personal details safe on bingo sites?

A: For all reputable bingo sites, your personal security is paramount. If they are seen to consistently fail to protect their customers, they will quickly go out of business – for their own security they need to ensure they have as many protective measures as they possibly can. For this reason, always make sure you play with a reputable company by researching several reviews before you join up to online bingo sites. Never disclose personal information unless you are certain that you are dealing with a company that looks after its customers.

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