Terms & Conditions

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your relationship with the operator of the review website located at drake-au.com ("Drake Casino", this "Site"). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the Site. These Terms are effective as of 1 January 2026.

This Site is a review and informational resource about Drake Casino and related offshore gambling services. It does not operate an online casino, does not offer gambling services, and does not process deposits, wagers, or withdrawals. Nothing on this Site constitutes an offer of gambling services to Australian residents.

Important Australian regulatory notice: The Australian Communications and Media Authority ("ACMA") has identified Drake Casino (including domains related to drakecasino.eu) as an unauthorised offshore interactive gambling service and has issued blocking orders against such services. Australian residents are prohibited from using illegal offshore gambling services under applicable Australian law. This Site is provided for informational and comparative purposes only and does not encourage or facilitate unlawful gambling.

Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms, the following definitions apply:

"Operator", "we", "us", "our" means the legal and beneficial owner and operator of the informational review Site available at drake-au.com, operating under the project name "Drake Casino". The Operator is not the gambling operator behind drakecasino.eu or any Drake Casino brand.
"User", "you", "your" means any natural person who accesses, browses, or otherwise uses this Site, whether or not they create any profile or subscribe to any newsletter.
"Player" means, in an informational sense only, a person who creates or holds an account with any third-party gambling operator (including, without limitation, Drake Casino hosted at drakecasino.eu) and places bets or wagers with such operator. The Operator of this Site is not a party to that relationship.
"Third-Party Operator" means any independent online gambling operator or related entity, including but not limited to Drake Casino and any entity using the domain drakecasino.eu, which may hold an offshore licence such as Curacao eGaming sub-licence GLH-OCCHKTW0705302017 under master licence 1668/JAZ, or any successor or affiliated brand.
"Content" means all text, reviews, ratings, comparative tables, graphics, logos, software code, research references, links, and other materials made available on or through this Site.
"Bet", "Wager" refers to any stake of money or money's worth placed by a Player with a Third-Party Operator on the outcome of a game or event. Bets and wagers are not accepted or processed by this Site.
"Bonus" refers to any promotional value (such as free spins, match bonuses, cashback, or similar) offered by a Third-Party Operator to a Player, typically subject to specific terms and wagering requirements. This Site may describe such bonuses for informational purposes only.
"Services" means the informational, comparative, and review services delivered through this Site, including but not limited to reviews of Drake Casino, explanations of game mechanics, reference links to regulators such as ACMA, and references to software providers such as Betsoft.
"Illegal Offshore Gambling Service" means an interactive gambling service which is not licensed to offer services to Australian residents and which is the subject of ACMA investigation, blocking orders, or enforcement actions, including but not limited to Drake Casino and related domains as listed by ACMA in 2022 - 2023 and thereafter.
"Personal Data" means information about an identified or reasonably identifiable individual processed by the Operator in connection with the Site, in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

Account Registration

This Site is primarily accessible without registration. However, we may, now or in the future, offer optional user features (such as newsletters, comment functions, or personalised content) that require you to create an account on the Site. This section applies to any such Site account and not to gambling accounts held with Third-Party Operators.

Eligibility and age requirements

Minimum age: You must be at least 18 years old, or older if required by the laws of your state or territory, to use this Site and any of its interactive features. By using the Site, you warrant that you are 18+ and have full legal capacity.
No use for unlawful gambling: You must not use the Site if it is unlawful for you to access gambling-related information in your jurisdiction or if you are subject to any self-exclusion or court-ordered gambling restriction that reasonably requires you to avoid gambling-related content.

Registration process on this Site

Account creation: If registration features are offered, you may be required to provide a valid email address, username, and password, and to agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy.
Email verification: We may require you to verify your email address by clicking a confirmation link sent to you. Until verification is completed, access to certain features may be restricted or unavailable.
KYC documents for Site features: As this Site does not offer gambling services, we generally do not require Know Your Customer (KYC) documents. However, if we offer any benefit that could reasonably give rise to fraud or impersonation risk (such as prize draws or affiliate rewards), we may request identity or age verification documents, and you agree to provide accurate copies when lawfully required.

User obligations

Accuracy of data: You must ensure that all information you provide to the Site is true, accurate, complete, and kept up to date. You must not impersonate any person or misrepresent your affiliation with any entity.
Security of credentials: You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You must immediately notify us at [email protected] if you suspect unauthorised access or security breaches.
Prohibited uses: You must not:
- Use the Site to promote, facilitate, or advertise illegal offshore gambling services to Australian residents in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (Cth) or other applicable law;
- Interfere with or disrupt the Site's technical infrastructure, including through malware, automated scraping beyond fair use, or denial-of-service attacks;
- Upload unlawful, defamatory, or infringing content, or content that violates the rights of others.

Betting & Gameplay Rules

This Site does not offer betting or gameplay functionalities. Any descriptions of bets, wagers, or games (including games by providers such as Betsoft) are provided solely for informational and educational purposes. This section clarifies the boundaries of our responsibility in relation to third-party betting and gameplay.

Relationship with Third-Party Operators

No operational control: We do not own, operate, or control Drake Casino, drakecasino.eu, or any other Third-Party Operator. We have no control over their betting rules, game outcomes, account management, or compliance practices.
No acceptance of bets: We do not accept, record, settle, or pay out any bets or wagers. All bets are made directly with Third-Party Operators at your sole discretion and risk.
Informational content only: Any minimum/maximum bet amounts, game types, RTP (return-to-player) information, or strategies described on the Site are based on publicly available information or our independent research and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. You must confirm the applicable rules directly with the relevant Third-Party Operator.

Third-party betting and modification of bets

Placement of bets: The rules for placing bets, including minimum/maximum stakes, available bet types, and currency, are determined solely by the Third-Party Operator. You are responsible for reviewing and understanding those rules before placing any bet.
Cancellation and modification: The ability to cancel or modify a bet after placement is governed exclusively by the Third-Party Operator's terms. This Site has no authority to alter, cancel, or refund any bet.
Game rules and fairness: The rules of each game, including RNG-based games like slots and table games (e.g., those supplied by Betsoft or others), are determined by the Third-Party Operator and/or game provider. You must consult the operator's terms, paytables, and help sections for binding rules.

Conduct in live casino, chats, and communities

No direct chat services: This Site does not provide live casino games or real-time chat rooms operated by us. Where we offer comment sections or feedback channels, you must:
- Refrain from insults, hate speech, harassment, or abusive language;
- Not promote fraudulent schemes, cheating systems, or unlawful activity;
- Not publish personal information of others without their consent.
Third-party live casino conduct: Any codes of conduct, chat rules, or behavioural standards within live casino environments operated by Third-Party Operators are established and enforced by those operators. We are not responsible for moderating those environments or resolving disputes arising from them.
Fraud and cheating: You must not use this Site to share or promote methods designed to manipulate, hack, or otherwise interfere with the technical integrity or fairness of any game or betting system. We reserve the right to remove such content and, where appropriate, to cooperate with regulators or law enforcement.

Regional compliance note (Australia): Because ACMA has identified Drake Casino and associated domains as illegal offshore gambling services for Australian residents, you must not rely on this Site to locate or access such services in contravention of Australian law. It is your responsibility to ensure that any betting or gameplay you engage in is lawful in your jurisdiction.

Bonus Terms

This Site may describe bonuses, promotions, or special offers purportedly available at Drake Casino or other Third-Party Operators. Such descriptions are indicative only and do not constitute offers by us. We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or legality of any bonus.

Bonus activation and wagering (third-party bonuses)

Third-party control: All bonus terms, including activation criteria, wagering requirements, and expiry dates, are determined solely by the relevant Third-Party Operator, not by this Site.
Wagering requirements: Commonly, bonuses are subject to a wagering requirement (e.g., 30x - 60x bonus amount) and must be played through on eligible games before withdrawal. Our descriptions are for guidance only; you must read the operator's official bonus terms carefully before accepting any promotion.
Timeframes: Bonuses typically have strict validity periods (e.g., 7 - 30 days). While we may reference timeframes, all binding details must be confirmed on the operator's website and may change at any time up to and beyond 2026.

Prohibited games and actions

Game restrictions: Third-Party Operators may exclude certain games, bet types, or strategies from contributing to wagering requirements (for example, low-risk roulette bets or certain slot titles). This Site is not responsible if you rely on outdated or incomplete information published here.
Bonus abuse: Bonus abuse definitions (multi-accounting, arbitrage betting, collusion, etc.) are set by Third-Party Operators. We do not support or condone bonus abuse and may remove content that appears to encourage it.
Combining promotions: Many operators prohibit the combination of multiple bonuses or the stacking of promotions unless explicitly allowed. You must verify the rules with the operator before attempting to combine offers.

Site-level promotions (if any)

No gambling bonuses from this Site: This Site does not grant gambling credits, chips, or playable bonuses. Any incentives we may provide (e.g., access to exclusive information, non-monetary rewards, or newsletters) are informational in nature and will be governed by any specific terms published at the time.
Changes and errors: Bonus information on this Site may be updated, corrected, or removed without notice. We do not guarantee that any promotion described here will be available, lawful, or suitable for you.

Payments & Withdrawals

This Site does not process financial transactions related to gambling. We do not accept deposits, handle player funds, process withdrawals, or provide currency exchange. Any references to payment methods are based on publicly available information about Third-Party Operators such as Drake Casino.

Third-party deposit and withdrawal methods

Typical methods: Third-Party Operators may offer credit/debit cards, e-wallets, bank transfers, and various cryptocurrencies for deposits and withdrawals. The availability of these methods, applicable fees, and processing times are decided by the operator and may change without notice.
Limits and fees: Minimum/maximum deposits and withdrawals, daily/weekly/monthly limits, and any transaction fees are governed exclusively by the operator's terms. You must confirm all financial conditions on the operator's own website.
Processing times: Payout times may vary depending on the payment method, operator's internal procedures, and regulatory requirements in the operator's jurisdiction (e.g., Curacao). We do not guarantee any particular processing timeframe.

Refunds, chargebacks, and bonuses

No involvement in refunds: We cannot issue, authorise, or influence refunds of deposits, bets, or bonuses relating to Third-Party Operators. Any request for a refund, chargeback, or dispute about a withdrawal must be addressed directly to the operator or your payment provider.
Bonus-related funds: Cashouts, forfeiture, or confiscation of bonus-related funds are governed by the operator's bonus terms. We are not liable for any loss resulting from your failure to meet wagering requirements or other conditions.
Financial risk: By engaging in gambling activities with Third-Party Operators, you accept the risk of financial loss and the possibility that offshore operators may be subject to limited regulatory oversight and enforcement in your jurisdiction.

Regional compliance note (Australia): ACMA has identified Drake Casino and related domains as illegal offshore gambling services for Australian residents. Deposits made by Australian residents to such operators may not be protected by Australian consumer, financial, or gambling laws. Using such services may expose you to heightened risk of non-payment and lack of effective recourse.

Limitation of Liability

This section describes the limits of our legal responsibility in connection with the Site and its Content. Nothing in these Terms operates to exclude liability that cannot lawfully be excluded under applicable Australian law.

Our obligations

Accuracy and fairness of information: We use reasonable efforts to ensure that the information on this Site is accurate, up to date, and presented fairly as at the date of publication or last update (currently referenced to 2026). However, gambling operators, bonuses, and regulatory statuses can change frequently and without notice.
No guarantee of third-party compliance: We do not warrant that any Third-Party Operator holds a valid licence, complies with Curacao eGaming rules, Australian law, or any other regulatory framework, or that any certification (including licence numbers such as GLH-OCCHKTW0705302017 / 1668/JAZ) is genuine, active, or verifiable.

Exclusions of liability

No liability for third-party conduct: To the maximum extent permitted by law, we exclude all liability for any loss or damage (including direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential loss) arising out of or in connection with:
- Your use of or reliance on any Third-Party Operator, including Drake Casino or any domain related to drakecasino.eu;
- Your participation in gambling activities, including financial losses, non-payment of winnings, or disputes with operators;
- Any enforcement or blocking actions taken by ACMA or other regulators against offshore gambling websites.
Technical failures: We are not liable for any interruption, delay, or unavailability of the Site caused by technical failures, maintenance, network interruptions, software bugs, viruses, or force majeure events.
Information only: All Content is provided "as is" and "as available" for informational purposes, without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of accuracy, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

Maximum liability

Cap on damages: To the extent that our liability cannot be fully excluded under applicable law, our aggregate liability to you for all claims arising out of or in connection with your use of the Site is limited to the greater of:
- the total amount (if any) paid by you to us specifically for access to premium Site services during the 12 months preceding the event giving rise to the claim; or
- AUD 100.
No gambling-related compensation: We do not compensate, reimburse, or indemnify you for any bets, wagers, deposits, or potential winnings lost with Third-Party Operators. Any reference in similar industry terms to compensation "not exceeding the amount of the bet" is, in our case, inapplicable because we do not accept bets.

Intellectual Property Rights

Ownership of Site content

Our materials: Unless otherwise stated, all Content on this Site, including text, layout, design, logos (excluding third-party trademarks), graphics, and underlying software, is owned by or licensed to the Operator and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
Third-party materials: Names, logos, and trademarks of Third-Party Operators (such as Drake Casino), regulators (such as ACMA), and game providers (such as Betsoft) are the property of their respective owners. They are used here solely for descriptive or nominative purposes and do not imply endorsement or affiliation.

Permitted and prohibited uses

Personal use: You may view, print, and download extracts of the Site for your personal, non-commercial use only, provided you do not remove or alter any copyright notices or other proprietary legends.
Prohibited activities: Without our prior written consent, you must not:
- Copy, reproduce, distribute, republicate, or publicly display substantial parts of the Site or its Content;
- Modify, translate, reverse engineer, decompile, or create derivative works based on the Site or its software (except to the extent permitted by mandatory law);
- Use our Content for commercial purposes, including but not limited to resale, syndication, or affiliate marketing representations.
Scraping and automated access: Systematic or high-volume retrieval of Content using bots, crawlers, or similar technologies is prohibited, except for standard search engine indexing compliant with robots.txt instructions or as otherwise permitted by us in writing.

Privacy & Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. We collect and process Personal Data strictly in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which forms part of these Terms.

Scope of processing: We may process limited Personal Data such as contact details (e.g., email address for newsletters or contact queries), IP address, and usage data for analytics and Site security.
Policy reference: All details regarding the purposes of processing, legal bases, data retention, security measures, and your rights (including access, correction, and deletion where applicable) are set out in our Privacy Policy available on drake-au.com.
Third-party services: We may use third-party analytics or advertising tools, which may place cookies or similar technologies on your device. Your use of the Site constitutes consent to such processing to the extent required by applicable law, subject to your ability to manage cookies through your browser or our consent tools.

Changes to Terms

We may amend these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in law, regulatory guidance, Site functionality, or our business practices up to and beyond 2026.

Notification of updates

Publication on Site: The latest version of the Terms will always be available on drake-au.com. The "effective date" at the top of the document indicates when the current version came into force.
Direct notices: Where required by law or where we consider a change to be material, we may also notify registered users by email (using the address linked to their account) or by a prominent banner or pop-up upon your next visit.

Your acceptance of changes

Continued use: By continuing to use the Site after updated Terms have been published, you are deemed to have accepted the changes.
If you disagree: If you do not agree with any updated Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of the Site and, if applicable, cancel any registered Site account. Your rights and obligations in relation to any period prior to the change are unaffected.

Termination & Suspension

As this Site is primarily informational and does not provide gambling accounts, termination and suspension relate to your access to the Site and any optional user features.

Our rights to suspend or terminate

Grounds for action: We may, at our sole discretion and without prior notice, suspend or terminate your access to all or part of the Site, or any Site account you hold, if:
- You materially or repeatedly breach these Terms or applicable law;
- We reasonably suspect fraudulent, abusive, or harmful activity in connection with your use of the Site;
- We are required to do so by law, regulatory guidance (including from ACMA), or a competent authority.
Technical and security reasons: We may temporarily restrict access to the Site or specific features to address security threats, technical issues, or maintenance needs.

Procedure and consequences

Notification: Where reasonably practicable, we will notify you of suspension or termination by sending an email to the address registered with your account or by displaying a notice when you attempt to access the Site. However, we may not be able to provide prior notice in urgent or legally sensitive situations.
User-initiated termination: You may cease using the Site at any time. If you have an account, you may request its closure via the mechanisms provided on the Site or by contacting us at [email protected].
Refunds and funds: Because we do not hold user funds or process bets, there are no balances for us to refund upon termination. Any financial matters must be addressed directly with the relevant Third-Party Operator or service provider.
Survival: Provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination (including limitations of liability, intellectual property provisions, and governing law) will continue to apply.

Governing Law & Jurisdiction

This section clarifies the legal framework applicable to your use of the Site. It does not alter the regulatory position of Drake Casino or other Third-Party Operators in relation to Australian law.

Governing law: To the extent permitted by mandatory consumer protection and conflict-of-laws rules, these Terms and any dispute arising out of or in connection with them or your use of the Site are governed by the laws applicable in the jurisdiction of the Operator's establishment, excluding its conflict-of-laws rules. Where Australian law cannot be excluded (for example, under the Australian Consumer Law), it will apply to the relevant extent.
Jurisdiction: Subject to any mandatory legal provisions providing you with additional forum choices (such as certain consumer rights), you and we agree to submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of that governing law jurisdiction in respect of any dispute relating to these Terms or the Site.
No effect on ACMA powers: Nothing in these Terms affects the powers of ACMA or any other regulator to investigate, block, or take enforcement action against illegal offshore gambling services, including Drake Casino and related domains.
Dispute resolution: Before commencing formal legal proceedings, you should contact us using the details below to allow us an opportunity to resolve your concerns amicably. We may propose informal resolution methods, including negotiation or, where appropriate, non-binding mediation.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, the Site, or your interactions with Drake Casino, you may contact us using the details below.

Website: https://drake-au.com
Email (general and legal enquiries): [email protected]
Telephone: Not specified.
Mailing / registered address: Not specified. Any official correspondence should initially be directed via email, and we will provide appropriate postal details if required for formal communications.

For information about Australian regulatory actions against illegal offshore gambling services, including Drake Casino and associated domains, you may consult:

Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA): https://acma.gov.au

By using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms as updated from time to time up to and including the year 2026.