Safety Online

We’ve seen a rise in scam ads and fake websites pretending to be SkyCity. These fraudulent promotions often appear on social media or in app stores and are designed to trick people into clicking on unsafe links or downloading fake apps.

SkyCity does not promote its online casino through any third-party ads, including on Facebook, Instagram, or other social media platforms.

This page will help you spot the difference between real and fake SkyCity content, so you can protect yourself and others.

How to know it’s really SkyCity?

As a first point of call, check the website address (URL). The official SkyCity websites are:

• www.skycity.co.nz
• www.skycity.com.au
• www.skycityentertainmentgroup.com
• www.skycityonline.com 

If you're unsure, type the address directly into your browser.

We only release apps through the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, under the verified SkyCity name. This is what our SkyCity app looks like. 

Apple app store

Google Play store

Signs it might be a scam

• You saw it in a social media ad, especially one offering bonuses, prizes, or ‘free spins’ - like the example here.
• The website URL looks odd (e.g., skycity-casino-bonus123.net).
• You’re asked to download an app from anywhere other than official app stores.
• The branding looks close but not quite right, i.e., poor logo quality, unusual language, or outdated images.
• It is illegal to advertise online gaming in both New Zealand and Australia.
  
  

 What to do if you see a fake ad or site

• Don’t click on it.
• Report the ad through the platform it appeared on (e.g., Facebook or Instagram).
• Let friends, whānau or colleagues know it’s not genuine.
• Report to other agencies such as:
  
  NZ Police - https://www.police.govt.nz/use-105
  Netsafe - https://netsafe.org.nz/
  National Cyber Security Centre - https://www.ncsc.govt.nz/
  IDCARE - https://www.idcare.org/  
  DIA - https://www.dia.govt.nz/Gambling
  Advertising Standards Authority - https://asa.co.nz/codes/codes/gambling-advertising-code/
  Scam Watch - https://www.scamwatch.gov.au/report-a-scam

Still unsure?

If you’ve come across something and want to check if it’s really from us, we’re here to help.

SkyCity supports safer gambling online     

As legislation continues to evolve, SkyCity supports strong rules to protect consumers, including better regulation of online casino advertising and scam prevention.

Your awareness helps protect others, too. If something doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.

Stay alert. Stay safe.