Dunja Pelin
Hi there, I’m Dunja Pelin, a researcher in the iGaming industry dedicated to helping users navigate through the complex world of online casinos.
I’ve been analysing the New Zealand casino market for the past 3 years in order to provide Kiwi players with nothing but first-hand and fact-checked information. I focus on eligible payment methods, casino licensing bodies such as the MGA and the UKGC, and user protection tools. My mission at OneDepositCasinos is to help our readers experience online casinos in the best way possible and avoid the dangers of misleading marketing and irresponsible gambling practices.
I test, play, read, and do rigorous quality checks. I’m always on the lookout for the best offers and new platforms. I also pay high attention to the experience of real users, so feel free to drop me a line with your comments and remarks.
Born in: 1996, Croatia
Education: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Zagreb, Croatia
Job: Writer, translator and researcher in the iGaming industry
Experience and expertise
I got my BA and MA degrees in Croatia, my home country. I obtained a double-major BA in History and English Language and Literature. During my MA studies, I focused on Translation Studies and the Research of Modern History, respectively. That’s what’s made me the thorough researcher that I am today.
My formal education helped me hone my writing and critical thinking skills, necessary to bring you fact-checked and comprehensive information on the gambling world. During my MA studies, I started writing professional essays and articles on multiple socially relevant topics.
After graduating in 2021, my professional orientation shifted towards digital marketing, internet research, and SEO writing. Combined with my interest in the gambling industry, it made me what I am now—your go-to iGaming author at OneDepositCasinos I’ve been learning about the casino industry ever since, reading the relevant gambling legislation, testing pokies, analysing casinos’ terms and conditions, and connecting with real-life players.
Why iGaming?
I’ve always been a big fan of sports, especially football. I’ve followed sports leagues and teams from multiple countries on TV and stadium terraces. In my community, a major part of football Sundays was sports betting.
Sports betting led me to the world of online casinos and gambling hubs, filled with excitement as much as caveats. To my surprise, I discovered many shady operators, unclear terms and conditions, and unfair gambling practices.
I’ve seen the various effects gambling can have on people: from a fun social activity that spices up their everyday lives and lifts their spirits to a serious issue that can disrupt their personal, professional, and financial spheres.
Hence why I made it my mission to guide online players through these complexities and help them gamble responsibly. I want my readers to make informed decisions and never see gambling or betting as a means to an end.
What readers can find in my articles
The internet is filled to the brim with information about online casinos, bonus offers, winning strategies, platform reviews, and more. Why choose the articles written by me and my fellow writers at OneDepositCasinos.co.nz?
Here’s what you can find if you see me signed under an article.
- Licensed operators – My article will never feature a shady operator or a scam site. If I showcase a specific casino, you can rest assured that I’ve checked its licence. Licensed casinos are obliged to uphold certain security standards and protect users and their deposits.
- Advice on responsible gameplay – I’ll always advise my readers against impulsive or excessive play. I give tips on how to set a gambling budget and how to choose a platform or an offer that aligns with their budget preferences. Also, I’ll never suggest to my readers that any casino, offer, or strategy can guarantee winnings.
- Warnings about potential caveats – You know these small letters beneath shiny bonus offers that many people just fail to notice? I read them for you. And I warn you about their content.
Dunja’s responses to FAQs
How can I contact Dunja about my gambling-related questions?
Firstly, you can check my articles on OneDepositCasinos.co.nz to see if I’ve already answered some of your questions. If you’d still like to contact me, you can reach out to me on LinkedIn or other social media. I’ll be more than happy to listen to your comments or concerns.
What are Dunja’s favourite gambling platforms?
For my research, I constantly test new platforms and their features. That’s why my go-to platforms change quite frequently, but I always like to see a well-rounded and trustworthy website that offers both sports betting and casino games. Anything related to sports tends to win me over.
What is Dunja’s general advice on safe and responsible online gambling?
Firstly, ALWAYS make sure to play at licensed and verified platforms. Kiwi players should look for key names such as the MGA, the UKGC, or the Kahnawake Gaming Commission. Second, set a gambling budget that you won’t exceed. Thirdly, never try out a platform without reading first-hand and honest reviews, be it from users or casino experts. Finally, if you notice that you’re losing control over your gambling, don’t hesitate to ask for help and utilise responsible gambling tools.