Payment Methods for Online Bingo Players Diversify

Friday 18th June, 2010

Ever since PayPal pulled out of the online gaming market last year, online bingo operators were left with very few banking options that could be provided for customers. Luckily, several payment processors stepped up to the plate, and decided to lend their services to many online bingo websites, giving players more banking options than ever before. 

Although PayPal presented players with a popular and safe e-wallet solution, there are now dozens of great services that operate on the same premises. NeTeller is one of the most popular brands, allowing online bingo players to fund their accounts without ever divulging any personal banking information to the operator. The player only gives heir credit card and financial information to NeTeller’s secure system, which acts as a ‘middleman’ between the player and the online bingo website. Whenever the player wants to deposit money, they simply enter their NeTeller details, so as to ensure that personal information never falls into the wrong hands. 

Another new option is the prepaid card. These cards, like UKash, can be purchased at one of many retail outlets across the UK. Cards can be purchased for anywhere from £10 to £500 and include a PIN on the back. When the player wants to deposit money into their online bingo account, they must enter the amount they would like to use as well as the PIN. 

Both of these options are great for cautious players, as they guarantee that personal information is kept safe. It also encourages more players to take part in online bingo activities, bringing in a whole new audience that previously would not have been comfortable sending credit card or banking information online.