PokerStars Review 2026 — Is PokerStars Safe?

PokerStars at a glance

Domain

pokerstars.com

Safety score

62/100

Verdict

Mixed

License

Malta Gaming Authority

Trustpilot rating

1.6/5 (7,788 reviews)

AskGamblers rating

5.4/10 (66 reviews)

Last scanned

June 11, 2026

PokerStars license check

Where this licence applies: Malta. Malta is an internationally-recognised licensing hub serving players across many markets. Reputable, but confirm online casino play is legal in your own country.

Public sources reviewed by BetScan associate PokerStars with a license from Malta Gaming Authority (as of 2026-06-11). License claims should always be verified directly on the regulator's official public register before depositing — license status can change, and operators may hold different licenses for different jurisdictions.

What players say about PokerStars

PokerStars's Trustpilot rating is 1.6/5 based on 7,788 reviews, which is considered low. Independent review aggregation reflects what actual players report after depositing.

PokerStars's AskGamblers rating is 5.4/10 based on 66 reviews. AskGamblers is the largest casino complaint mediator and tracks how operators resolve disputes.

Frequently asked questions about PokerStars

Is PokerStars safe to play at?

BetScan's automated checks for PokerStars returned a Trust Score of 62/100 (Mixed). Public records indicate a license from Malta Gaming Authority. A Mixed score reflects a combination of verified and unverified signals — review the details below.

Is PokerStars licensed?

Public sources reviewed by BetScan associate PokerStars with a license from Malta Gaming Authority (as of 2026-06-11). License claims should always be verified directly on the regulator's official public register before depositing — license status can change, and operators may hold different licenses for different jurisdictions.

What is PokerStars's Trustpilot rating?

PokerStars's Trustpilot rating is 1.6/5 based on 7,788 reviews, which is considered low. Independent review aggregation reflects what actual players report after depositing.

Does PokerStars have AskGamblers reviews?

PokerStars's AskGamblers rating is 5.4/10 based on 66 reviews. AskGamblers is the largest casino complaint mediator and tracks how operators resolve disputes.

When was this PokerStars review updated?

BetScan rescans PokerStars automatically every 7 days. This report was last updated on June 11, 2026. Each rescan re-checks the license register, Trustpilot, AskGamblers and community forums for new signals.