Philgolotta.com is reader-supported. Some of the links on this site are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you click through and sign up or deposit at a recommended casino. This comes at absolutely no extra cost to you — you pay exactly the same as any other player. We believe in being upfront about how this site operates, so you always know where we stand.
What Affiliate Links Are
An affiliate link is a specially tracked URL that tells a casino operator that a visitor arrived via philgolotta.com. When you click one of these links, a small cookie is stored in your browser so the operator can attribute the referral to us. This is a standard practice across the internet — news sites, comparison platforms, and review publications all use it. The link itself does not change the page you land on, the bonus you receive, or the price of anything you buy. It is simply a way for operators to track where their new players come from and to compensate the referring website accordingly.
How We Earn
Different actions can trigger a commission payment to philgolotta.com. The table below breaks down exactly what those actions are, who foots the bill, and what — if anything — it costs you as a player.
| Action | Who Pays the Commission | Cost to You |
|---|---|---|
| You click a review or casino link on philgolotta.com | No payment at this stage | None — AU$0 |
| You create a new account at a recommended casino | The casino operator | None — AU$0 |
| You make a first deposit and begin playing | The casino operator (from their marketing budget) | None — AU$0 |
| You continue playing over time (revenue-share model) | The casino operator (a percentage of their net revenue) | None — AU$0 |
In every case, commissions are paid by the casino operator out of their own marketing and operational budget. They are never added on top of your deposits, deducted from your winnings, or reflected in the odds you play at.
How This Affects Our Reviews
The honest answer is: it does not dictate them. Philgolotta.com maintains full editorial independence. Rankings, scores, and recommendations are based entirely on our assessment of each casino's quality — not on the size of a commission deal. We do not accept payment to improve a casino's rating or position on our site. If an operator performs poorly on the criteria that matter to Australian players, we say so plainly, even if that operator is an affiliate partner. A high commission rate has never moved a casino up our list, and it never will. Our reputation with readers is worth more than any single referral fee.
Our Review Methodology
Every casino reviewed on philgolotta.com is evaluated against a consistent set of criteria. These include:
- Licensing and security — valid regulatory approvals and SSL-encrypted platforms
- Welcome bonuses and ongoing promotions — realistic wagering requirements and fair terms
- Game library — range, quality, and software providers (including pokies and live dealer options)
- Banking options — deposit and withdrawal methods available to Australian players, processing times, and fee structures
- Customer support — availability, response times, and quality of assistance
- Mobile experience — usability and performance on smartphones and tablets
FTC & Regulatory Compliance
In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials, philgolotta.com discloses that this site has material financial relationships with some of the casino operators featured here. These relationships may influence which casinos are reviewed, but as stated above, they do not control editorial scores or rankings. This disclosure page satisfies our obligation to be transparent about those relationships with every visitor to philgolotta.com.
Your Choice
Using our affiliate links is entirely optional. You are always free to visit any casino operator directly by typing their web address into your browser. Doing so simply means philgolotta.com does not receive a referral commission for that visit — and that is completely fine. Our goal is to help you find a casino that suits you, not to pressure you into clicking a particular link.
Questions
If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships, how we review casinos, or anything else on philgolotta.com, we would love to hear from you. Reach out to us directly through the Contact page on philgolotta.com and we will respond as quickly as we can.