Introduction:

Skrill which was formerly known as Moneybookers was founded in 2001 in the United Kingdom (UK) as a digital company that processed financial transactions charging low cost processing fees. The company is owned and run by Skrill Limited which is registered in the UK.

Individuals who would like to open a Skrill account, can go to the Skrill homepage and sign-up. You will have enter your personal information and also provide proof of identification which is used by Skrill for verification. This is one aspect of the process that can be a little time consuming but once the account is verified, it becomes relatively simple to use Skrill for your online shopping. There are a number of online casino operators who accept Skrill payments. It is possible to make online casino deposits and withdrawals from your Skrill account.

Benefits

✓  Anonymous:  One of the advantages of using an e-wallet is that you do not have to disclose personal information which is generally required when you use a debit or credit card.  This will be beneficial to players who would like to keep their identity anonymous when playing at an online casino and who also do not want their debit and credit card statements featuring transactions from online casinos.

✓  Security: Skrill uses advanced cyber security technology to ensure that its customer’s personal and financial information is protected at all times. Players who want to use their Skrill account and play at an online casino are advised to play at regulated and licensed online casinos to ensure that their Skrill account is not compromised as unlicensed casinos may not always be using the best cyber security as these illegal online casinos are not subjected to any gaming regulations.  

✓  Deposits & Withdrawals:  Players will have to link a debit or credit card to their Skrill account to ensure that they can top up their Skrill account quickly. Making deposits at online casinos is a simple process and can be done in a matter of minutes. During the initial signup process, it may take awhile as a player will have to link their Skrill account to the online casino. However the withdrawal process can take a few days, depending on the country that the player is in.

✓  Mobile App:  Skrill has launched a mobile app that is available on the iOS and Android platforms free of charge. The app is useful for individuals who like playing online casino games on the go as it allows them to make deposits and withdrawals to their Skrill account and then use the mobile app to keep track of their transactions.

✓  Customer Support: Skrill provides its customers with a detailed Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page that provides them with information to some of the most common issues that they are likely to face using Skrill. There is also a dedicated customer support team that provides email and 24/7 VIP support.

Summary

Skrill is an e-wallet that has been around for over a decade and is widely accepted at most online casinos. It is a simple process to make deposits and withdrawals at online casinos using one’s Skrill account.