From EcoCard to ecoPayz
The wallet began life as EcoCard and soon became a trusted, efficient option for iGaming payments. In 2008 it received UK regulatory approval and came under the EU directive on electronic money, and in the same year a partnership with Mastercard broadened what the product could do.
Thanks to that deal, users could reach their money at ATMs and points of sale in the Mastercard network. In 2013 EcoCard became ecoPayz, bringing all its products under one brand. The rebrand simplified the user journey and paved the way for new features such as a mobile app and two-factor authentication.
Native iOS and Android apps followed in 2014, giving users closer control of their money. Five years after that, ecoPayz introduced the ecoPayz Business Account, with a redesigned interface and a business Mastercard.
Strengths and Drawbacks
Strengths
- Regulated under UK FCA rules
- ecoPayz Mastercard available
- PCI DSS compliant
- More than 50 currencies
- Private and secure
Drawbacks
- Accepted at fewer sites than Skrill or Neteller
How Players Deposit with ecoPayz
As with other e-wallets, players first open an ecoPayz account and load money into it. From there, a casino deposit looks like this:
- The player opens the banking or cashier area of their casino account.
- They pick ecoPayz from the list of methods.
- They sign in to ecoPayz by following the prompts on screen.
- They enter the deposit amount and confirm.
- The casino balance is topped up almost at once.
Paying a casino from ecoPayz costs nothing, and neither does receiving winnings. Moving money into or out of the ecoPayz account itself does carry a fee, which is usually no more than $10.
Where ecoPayz Is Available
ecoPayz serves customers internationally, including Europe, Australia, Africa, North America and the Asia-Pacific region. Which products are on offer depends on the jurisdiction.
Wallet and Card Options
Alongside the core e-wallet, ecoPayz provides a prepaid Mastercard and a virtual ecoPayz Mastercard.
Help and Support
A dedicated business support team at ecoPayz answers questions from merchants and business clients. For anything urgent on the integration side, our technical team is on hand 24/7.
Security and Fraud Protection
ecoPayz runs every security control required by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and other regulators. Connections are encrypted with SSL or TLS, depending on what the browser supports, and the site’s encryption is certified by Thawte.
Regulation and Licensing
ecoPayz holds an FCA licence and complies fully with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). As e-money rules require, customer money is kept in accounts separate from the company’s own funds.
ecoPayz FAQ
What is ecoPayz?
A secure digital wallet, recognised worldwide, for making online payments quickly. It is regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and moves money instantly in more than 50 currencies.
How do players open an ecoPayz account?
They register on the official ecoPayz website with their personal details, confirm their email address and complete identity verification, after which the account is activated.
Is ecoPayz a safe way to pay?
Yes. It is FCA-regulated and meets strict security standards, using advanced encryption, fraud detection and two-factor authentication to protect personal and financial data.
Can casino winnings be withdrawn to ecoPayz?
Some casinos pay out to ecoPayz, so players should check a casino’s withdrawal options before signing up.
