What GLI does
GLI is a global testing laboratory founded in 1989 and headquartered in Lakewood, New Jersey. It provides certification services to game developers, platform vendors, and operators across both land-based and online gaming. Its scope covers RNG certification, RTP audit, platform compliance, technical standards authorship, and ongoing operator audit.
GLI is one of a small group of accredited laboratories alongside eCOGRA, BMM Testlabs, and iTech Labs. It has the largest geographic footprint, with offices in major regulated markets including the US, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
Key GLI standards
GLI-19 is the technical standard for online gaming systems, covering RNG, game logic, security, and customer-facing requirements. It is referenced or adopted by regulators across multiple online markets. GLI-33 covers event wagering and sportsbook systems. GLI-11 covers gaming devices in land-based environments.
Each standard goes through periodic revision as technology and regulation evolve. Adoption varies by jurisdiction, with some regulators adopting GLI standards directly and others adapting them into local technical requirements.
Why GLI matters in B2B
For game developers and platform vendors, GLI certification is the most widely accepted ticket to market. For operators, GLI-certified products signal that the underlying software has passed an externally validated standard. For affiliates and review publishers, GLI involvement is an editorial trust signal.
Gamblers Connect references GLI accreditation across provider and operator profiles in the iHub directory.
Frequently asked questions about What Is GLI (Gaming Laboratories International)?
No. GLI is an accredited testing laboratory. It tests against regulator-defined standards on behalf of regulators, operators, and vendors, but it does not itself issue licences or enforce penalties.
Both are accredited testing labs with overlapping scope. GLI is the larger of the two by geographic coverage and standards authorship. eCOGRA has a long-standing focus on online gaming and is particularly recognised in European markets.
A technical standard for online gaming systems covering RNG, game logic, security, and customer-facing requirements. It is one of the most widely referenced standards in online iGaming certification.
It varies. Routine game certifications can complete in weeks; platform-level certifications and complex multi-jurisdiction projects can take months. The exact timeline depends on the scope and the regulator’s specific requirements.