Stake France: what you need to know before opening an account

Stake is a well-known bookmaker, both in France and internationally. It is particularly popular with French bettors, as confirmed by monthly search volumes:

• Stake : 76,500 searches, up 96% compared last year.
• Stake France : 1,300 searches.

We can therefore see that the word Stake is experiencing strong growth, driven by very aggressive marketing by the platform on the French market.

Let's be clear: Stake is not legal in France. Why? Because it is not authorized by the ANJ (National Gaming Authority). There are two main reasons for this:

1. Online casinos are still illegal in France.
2. Stake does not have a license issued by the ANJ.

Online casinos therefore remain illegal in France. A reform is under consideration, and it is possible that the government will legalize this type of activity in the coming years. For now, no official date has been announced. France, along with Cyprus, remains one of the few European countries where online casinos are still prohibited.

Playing Stakes in France

If you still wish to access the site, you will likely find ways to do so via the internet. However, we strongly advise against it. Playing on an illegal platform in France exposes you to several risks (detailed below). It is therefore preferable to wait for legalization and the establishment of a secure framework before playing.

Stake presents itself as the world's largest casino and sportsbook. Its marketing is indeed very aggressive, with a massive online presence, targeted advertising, and a wide range of games. However, despite its popularity, the platform remains illegal in France, making its use risky, even for experienced players .

Playing on an unauthorized platform carries many risks. Here are the main ones:

• Loss of capital : as these sites are not subject to French law, they are not obliged to pay you your winnings.
• Personal data leak : your information may be resold to third parties without your consent.
• Addiction : the lack of regulation prevents any control over your gambling activity. To learn more, you can consult the ANJ's full article on the risks associated with illegal sites.

Currently, there is no legal alternative to Stake Casino in France. However, for sports betting, several operators licensed by the ANJ (French National Gaming Authority) offer reputable and legal options. You can consult the official list of authorized sites directly on this page .

Stake is attracting a growing number of French players thanks to its global reputation and extensive marketing. However, until French legislation changes, it's best to remain cautious and avoid depositing money on unlicensed platforms.