Is this considered a gambling website?

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    Is a website poker forum considered a gambling website?

    Thanks in advance
     
    labr8t, Jun 3, 2006 IP
  2. toomuch72

    toomuch72 Peon

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    I think Gambling would be considered if currency is exchanged for winning or losing only.
     
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    fsmedia Prominent Member

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    ummm which website? You didn't put one..
     
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    Better ask the google gods...
     
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  5. labr8t

    labr8t Peon

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    first... thanks for all the replies so far....

    second... the website im referring to is similar to this one: http://www.flopturnriver.com/
     
    labr8t, Jun 4, 2006 IP
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    You can't have Adsense ads on the same page as gambling ads.
     
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    Colbyt Notable Member

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    I recently contacted Google and received a reply clarifying a similiar issue. You should get your own reply and now rely on what I say but:

    Your forum most likely is fine. Articles or conversation about gambling is fine.

    Links like you have leading to gambling sites is a big NO NO.
     
    Colbyt, Jun 4, 2006 IP
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    I think what he'll run into trouble with, the gambling links aside, is that the whole site is based entirely on gambling, which may be a major problem. But yes, do check with Googs for the definitive answer.
     
    jackburton2006, Jun 4, 2006 IP