The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) has launched Check Before You Play, a free online tool designed to help consumers check whether a gambling website is licensed in their jurisdiction. The service was introduced on November 9 as part of the association’s first Illegal Gambling Awareness Week.
Developed with French regulatory technology company Sharp Vision, the tool allows users to enter a website URL and view available licensing information, relevant regulators and, where available, operators subject to blocking measures. Users can also flag information that may need correction.
Limits and industry relevance
IAGR says the platform draws on participating regulators’ records and other verified public information, but it does not replace checks with national authorities or guarantee that a listed website is safe. The tool could make it easier for consumers and partners to identify jurisdiction-specific licensing gaps. Affiliates should continue to verify each brand’s authorisation for the exact market being targeted.