01
Step 1.Define Your Casino Concept
Start by choosing your casino type. Will you operate a classic real-money casino, a crypto casino, a sweepstake platform for the US market, or a combined casino and sportsbook? This decision shapes everything that follows, including your target audience, licensing requirements, supported currencies and payment methods. Define your target markets, languages and brand identity at this stage so that all subsequent decisions align with a clear business plan.
02
Step 2.Choose Your Jurisdiction and Obtain a Gambling Licence
Select a licensing jurisdiction that matches your target markets and business model. Popular options include the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) for European operations, Curaçao for global reach with a streamlined application process, the Isle of Man for premium credibility, and Gibraltar for established operators. Each jurisdiction has different requirements, timelines and costs. dot.iGaming provides licence application assistance through specialist legal partners who manage the full process from documentation to regulatory approval.
03
Step 3.Select Your Casino Platform Provider
Choose between a turnkey casino solution, a white label arrangement or custom development. A turnkey platform like dot.iGaming gives you full ownership of the technology, player data and brand with no revenue share, and can be launched in 4 to 6 weeks. White label solutions are faster but come with ongoing revenue share costs and limited control. Custom development offers maximum flexibility but requires 6 to 18 months and significantly higher investment. For most operators, a turnkey solution offers the best balance of speed, ownership and cost.
04
Step 4.Integrate Game Providers
Connect your platform with game studios to offer players a compelling selection of slots, table games, live dealer games and instant win titles. dot.iGaming provides access to over 6,000 games from more than 100 leading providers including Evolution Gaming, Pragmatic Play, NetEnt, Microgaming, Hacksaw Gaming and many others through a single aggregated integration. New providers can typically be added within one week after launch.
05
Step 5.Set Up Payment Providers
Integrate payment methods that match the preferences of your target market. This typically includes credit and debit cards, e-wallets such as Skrill and Neteller, bank transfers, prepaid solutions and, depending on your model, cryptocurrencies. dot.iGaming supports 150+ payment methods through multiple payment service providers (PSPs) and handles the technical integration through the Payment Cube. Crypto casinos can operate with blockchain payments exclusively, eliminating the need for traditional banking infrastructure.
06
Step 6.Configure KYC and AML Compliance
Implement identity verification (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) procedures as required by your licensing jurisdiction. This includes document verification, proof of address checks, source of funds procedures and ongoing transaction monitoring. These tools are built into the dot.iGaming platform and can be configured per jurisdiction, ensuring your casino meets all regulatory requirements from day one. Automated risk scoring helps identify high-risk players early in the registration process.
07
Step 7.Customise Your Brand and Front-end
Transform the platform into your own branded casino experience. This includes your logo, colour scheme, typography, homepage layout, promotional banners, email templates and the overall visual identity. dot.iGaming delivers a fully customisable front-end that can be tailored to your brand guidelines. You also configure your bonus structure, loyalty programme, VIP tiers and promotional campaigns at this stage to ensure a compelling player experience from launch.
08
Step 8.Test, Launch and Grow
Before going live, conduct thorough quality assurance testing across all platform functions including registration, deposits, gameplay, withdrawals, bonus mechanics, KYC flows and back office operations. dot.iGaming manages this process with a dedicated launch manager who coordinates final checks with game providers, payment processors and compliance teams. After go-live, use the built-in CRM, analytics and reporting tools to monitor player activity, optimise campaigns and grow your business.