RevShare vs player rakeback: do not confuse them
RevShare is a commission an affiliate earns on the revenue a casino makes from players they refer, while player rakeback is a reward paid directly to you on your own wagering: they are different sides of the same house edge and should never be compared as if they were one rate.
This matters because affiliate pages sometimes advertise a high 'revenue share' percentage that is the affiliate's cut, not what a player receives. When you are comparing what you get back as a player, look only at the player-facing rakeback or cashback rate, and treat RevShare figures as a business term aimed at affiliates.
Key points
- RevShare = affiliate commission on casino revenue.
- Player rakeback = reward paid to you on your bets.
- Both derive from the house edge but go to different people.
- A high RevShare figure is not your return as a player.
- Compare player rakeback to player rakeback only.
FAQ
Is a 45% revenue share the same as 45% rakeback?
No. A revenue share is what an affiliate earns on referred players. The rakeback you receive as a player is a separate, usually much smaller, share of the edge on your own bets.
Where do I find the player rate?
On the casino’s VIP or rewards page, not the affiliate page. Look for "rakeback" or "cashback" described as paid to the player.
Page contributors
Hannah Voss, Rakeback Researcher, RakebackRadar. Tracks rakeback and cashback terms across crypto operators and tests the claim mechanics herself, flagging the “up to” gotchas and the wager-locked fine print before they cost you.
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