Mobile casino locks: how to get around

1) Reasons for interlocks

The Australian Communications and Media Industry Commission (ACMA) is actively fighting unlicensed casinos by restricting access to their sites and mobile versions. The main methods of blocking:

• IP address and DNS query filtering
• Blocking domains and mirrors
• removing apps from Google Play and the App Store.

This forces operators to look for alternative access channels, and players to bypass restrictions.

2) Main ways to bypass interlocks

VPN services

The most popular method in Australia.
Players connect to servers in countries where casinos are not blocked.
Modern VPNs support mobile applications for iOS and Android, which makes bypass available even to beginners.

Site mirrors

Alternative domains provided by operators.
They work for a limited time, after which they change.
Most often, links are distributed through mailings, social networks and forums.

Downloading APK files

Casinos offer their own installation files for Android.
Players download APK directly from the operators' official websites.
This option allows you to bypass the Google Play lock.

Using alternative browsers

Browsers with built-in VPNs or proxies (Opera, Puffin, etc.) become the choice of some players.
They allow you to bypass DNS locks without additional programs.

3) Risks when bypassing interlocks

Security: Downloading APKs from unverified sites can install malware.
Fraud: Phishing sites are often spread under the guise of mirrors.
Legal implications: Gambling on blocked resources is against Australian law.

4) How operators support players

Regular mirror updates and push and email notifications.
Creation of mobile applications with direct access via APK.
Integration of Telegram bots and WhatsApp links to inform about current login methods.

5) The bottom line

Blocking mobile casinos in Australia has become standard regulatory practice, but players and operators continue to find technical solutions to circumvent restrictions. In 2025, VPN and APK remain the main methods, but browsers with built-in blocking bypass are growing in popularity. At the same time, it is critical to choose only verified channels to avoid fraud and security threats.