Jackpot sharing under the microscope

The practice of jackpot sharing has come under the spotlight as online bingo games continue to grow in popularity.

The principle of jackpot sharing is quite simple, and involves players forming collectives that agree to split the profits if any member of the group hits a 'full house' by becoming the first player in the game to punch out all the numbers on their bingo card.

While this strategy makes sense in principle, and is similar to the strategy used by many lotto players, it doesn't always work well in practice. This is mainly due to the fact that many online bingo players only know each other via the internet, and any agreements between them are therefore easy to break.

While online bingo providers like William Hill do not prohibit profit sharing, there is nothing to prevent jackpot winners from distributing their winnings as they see fit. And this is precisely where the problem lies, as many choose not to distribute their winnings at all.

In fact, it is fairly easy, and common, for an unprincipled player who is part of a jackpot sharing group to hold onto their winnings when they strike it lucky. There is no legal requirement for them to honour their agreements, and they are therefore entitled to retain the entire jackpot.

If you plan on joining a jackpot sharing group, it is best to ensure that you do so with players who you have met face-to-face, rather than entrust your money to players who you have never met.

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