Certification of Controls (Geolocation) – U.S.
U.S. regulators and banking partners increasingly require businesses — particularly MSBs, fintech platforms, digital asset companies, and online financial service providers — to implement effective geolocation controls to prevent unauthorized or restricted jurisdiction activity.
Our Certification of Controls (Geolocation) service provides independent review and certification of your geolocation compliance framework to ensure alignment with U.S. federal and state regulatory expectations.
We help verify that your systems effectively restrict, monitor, and document geographic access controls in accordance with applicable laws, licensing restrictions, and sanctions requirements.
What Is Certification of Controls (Geolocation)?
Certification of Geolocation Controls is an independent compliance validation process that assesses whether your technology and internal controls:
- Restrict access from prohibited U.S. states (where licensing is not held)
- Block sanctioned or restricted jurisdictions
- Prevent circumvention through VPN or proxy masking (where applicable)
- Maintain documented monitoring and escalation procedures
- Align with OFAC sanctions requirements
- Meet banking and sponsor bank due diligence expectations
This certification strengthens regulatory defensibility and banking credibility
Who Needs Certification of Controls?
Online Gaming Platforms
- Sweepstakes Operators
- Sports Betting & Daily Fantasy
- Skill-Based Gaming
- Social Casinos
Banking & Payment Relationships
- Sponsor Banks & FBO Providers
- Payment Processors
- Card Networks (Visa/Mastercard)
Regulatory & Compliance
- State Gaming Regulators
- Independent Auditors
- Legal & Compliance Teams
How It Works
1.Business & Licensing Scope Review
We review your:
- State licensing footprint
- Regulatory obligations
- Customer geographic exposure
- Banking partner requirements
- Product delivery model
This establishes the geographic compliance framework applicable to your business
2.Technical Control Assessment
We evaluate your geolocation systems, including:
- IP detection controls
- Device location verification
- VPN/proxy detection mechanisms
- Geo-blocking rules
- Access restriction protocols
- Exception handling procedures
Our review focuses on whether controls are appropriately designed and implemented.
3.Control Effectiveness Testing
We assess whether your geolocation controls:
- Function consistently across platforms
- Properly flag restricted jurisdictions
- Generate audit trails
- Integrate with compliance escalation processes
Testing results are documented for compliance and examination purposes
4.Gap Identification & Remediation Guidance
If deficiencies are identified, we provide structured recommendations to:
- Strengthen geo-blocking rules
- Enhance monitoring controls
- Improve documentation standards
- Align procedures with regulatory expectations
5. Certification Report Issuance
Upon completion, we provides a formal certification report outlining:
- Scope of review
- Methodology
- Findings
- Control effectiveness assessment
- Recommendations (if applicable)
This report can be used for:
- Banking partner due diligence
- Regulatory inquiries
- State examination support
- Internal governance reporting
