About Us

Who We Are

Sites Not On Gamstop (philatelic-traders-society.co.uk) is an independent comparison site dedicated to helping UK players find online casinos that operate outside the GamStop self-exclusion scheme. We are not a casino, we do not accept deposits, and we have no stake in whether you choose to gamble. Our job is to research the options, lay them out honestly, and let you decide.

Everyone on the editorial team is 18 or over, and every reader is expected to be the same. This site is strictly for adults.

What GamStop Is — and Why This Site Exists

GamStop is the UK's national self-exclusion register. When a player signs up, all UKGC-licensed operators are required to block their account for the period chosen — six months, one year or five years. For many players that service works exactly as intended.

Some players, however, reach the end of their exclusion period and find that their registration is still active, or they want to access offshore casinos that are licensed elsewhere and are under no obligation to connect to the GamStop database. Those casinos are legal to use from the UK; they simply sit outside the UK Gambling Commission's jurisdiction. This site exists to help those players find reputable options, compare welcome offers, and understand the differences between offshore and UKGC-regulated play — without judgement and without legal grey areas being exaggerated in either direction.

Our Editorial Standards

Every casino listed on Sites Not On Gamstop is researched before it appears. The factors we look at include:

• Licensing — which authority issued the licence, and how that authority handles player complaints
• Welcome offer terms — wagering requirements, eligible games, maximum bet rules and time limits
• Payment options — deposit and withdrawal methods available to UK players, processing times and any fees
• Game catalogue — breadth of slots, table games and live-dealer content
• Customer support — contact channels and response quality
• Responsible gambling tools — deposit limits, cool-off periods and self-exclusion options within the casino itself

Editorial ratings reflect our independent assessment of these factors. They are not customer review scores, and they are not influenced by the size of any commercial arrangement. A casino cannot pay for a higher position.

Commercial Disclosure

Sites Not On Gamstop earns commission when a reader clicks through to a listed casino and creates an account. This is standard practice for comparison sites and costs you nothing. Commercial relationships do not determine rankings — a casino with a smaller affiliate deal can outrank one with a larger one if the editorial assessment supports it. Where an offer carries conditions, those conditions appear alongside the offer, not in a footnote.

The Casinos We Currently Rate Highest

Our full ranked list of non-GamStop casinos is updated regularly. At the time this page was last reviewed, the casinos that scored highest in our assessment include Smash Casino (rated 9.9), Betninja (9.7) and WinnerIsland (9.6), through to Wildzy (9.1) and others. Each has its own write-up explaining what earned its position and where it falls short — because every option has a limitation worth knowing before you sign up.

Responsible Gambling

Self-exclusion tools exist for a reason. If you registered with GamStop and your exclusion period is still active, we encourage you to respect the commitment you made to yourself. If you are unsure whether gambling is causing harm — to you or someone close to you — please read our responsible gambling guidance before going further. It lists organisations that offer free, confidential support.

Non-GamStop casinos are not without their own safeguards. Reputable offshore operators provide deposit limits, loss limits, session timers and their own self-exclusion mechanisms. Using those tools is a reasonable step for any player who wants to stay in control, regardless of which site they play on.

Legal Position for UK Players

Playing at an offshore casino that holds a licence from a recognised authority — such as those issued in Malta, Curaçao or Gibraltar — is not illegal for UK residents. The operator is not licensed by the UK Gambling Commission, which means UKGC consumer protections do not apply: the Financial Services Compensation Scheme does not cover gambling losses, and the UKGC's Alternative Dispute Resolution process is not available to you. Dispute resolution falls under the rules of the licensing jurisdiction. We note the applicable licence for every casino we list so you know which regime applies.

How to Reach Us

If you have a question about a listing, a correction to suggest, or a general enquiry, the best route is our contact page. We read every message and aim to respond within two working days.

You can also review our terms and conditions for the full legal detail on how this site operates, what our content is and is not, and your rights as a reader.