Most online poker rooms are located offshore. As a result, some
US players question the reputation and integrity of some poker
companies. In fact, there are some companies which have done shady
things in the past, and some of that stuff is well-documented on
other websites. But organizations like eCogra help some gamblers
online achieve peace of mind.
What is eCogra?
eCogra is a non-profit international organization which provides
online casinos with regulations to follow in order to protect their
players. These regulations are followed up on by independent
auditors and inspections, and this ongoing monitoring can result in
eCogra pulling their support from an online casino or poker website
if they find a problem.
The Seal
eCogra approved casinos and poker rooms are allowed to display a
seal of approval on their sites. In order to qualify for this seal,
they must demonstrate:
- Fast payouts
- Fair gaming
- Fast resolution of disputes
Approved Poker Rooms
I've included on this page a list of eCogra approved poker
websites. Please visit the eCogra site itself for a list of
trustworthy casinos.
As more poker rooms are added to the eCogra approved list, I'll
update this page appropriately.
This page was last updated on February 21, 2006.
