Zykur Research Methodology — How We Score Crypto Casinos
Our Trust Index scoring system evaluates every crypto casino across 8 weighted categories using a hands-on 8-step testing process. Every review is based on real-money deposits — no exceptions.
Trust Index Scoring Categories
| Category | Weight | What We Test |
|---|---|---|
| Licensing & Compliance | 25% | Valid license verification, regulatory standing, KYC processes |
| Payout Speed & Reliability | 20% | Measured withdrawal times from request to wallet receipt |
| Game Fairness | 20% | RNG certification, provably fair verification, published RTPs |
| Customer Support | 15% | Response times, helpfulness, off-hours availability |
| Security | 10% | SSL encryption, 2FA options, fund segregation |
| Bonus Transparency | 10% | Wagering requirements, max bet limits, hidden conditions |
Trust Index Score Thresholds
- 65–100: Safe — Licensed, fast payouts, verified fair games, responsive support
- 50–64: Caution — Generally legitimate but with notable weaknesses in key areas
- 0–49: Avoid — Major concerns: unlicensed, slow payouts, player complaints, rigged games
Our 8-Step Testing Process
- Initial Research — Background, licensing, ownership, public reputation, and complaint history before creating an account.
- Account Creation — Real account with accurate details. Testing KYC friction, ID verification speed, and geographic restrictions.
- Real Deposit ($200–$500 minimum) — Testing wallet compatibility, deposit confirmation time, and accuracy of stated minimums.
- Bonus Evaluation — Claiming bonuses and reading all terms. Calculating true wagering requirements and identifying hidden conditions.
- Game Fairness Testing — Verifying RNG certification, checking published RTPs against actual game settings, testing provably fair tools.
- Gameplay Testing — Playing multiple games across categories to evaluate selection, quality, and fairness.
- Withdrawal Testing — Requesting withdrawals of varying amounts. Measuring exact time from request to wallet receipt. Documenting any delays or additional KYC hurdles.
- Support Testing — Contacting support via all channels with varied questions. Testing at off-peak hours (2–4 AM).