Casino Bonuses: Experts Tell All Industry Secrets

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Casino Bonuses: Experts Tell All The Industry Secrets

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: What Are Casino Bonuses and Why Do Casinos
Offer Them? ................................................................................................. 3
The Online Casino Industry .............................................................................................. 4

Chapter 2: Is Bonus Money Real Cash?..................................................... 6
Beware!! ............................................................................................................................ 7

Chapter 3 :Different Types of Casino Bonuses Deposit and
No Deposit Bonuses .................................................................................... 8
No Deposit Bonuses ......................................................................................................... 8

No Deposit Bonus 1: Free Chips ............................................................................... 8
No Deposit Bonus 2: Free Play Bonuses ................................................................. 11
Deposit Bonuses ............................................................................................................. 13

Welcome Bonus/Sign-Up Bonus/New Player Bonuses.......................................... 13
Welcome Bonus: 100% match up to $100 ............................................................. 14
2nd Deposit Bonuses............................................................................................... 18
Loyalty Bonuses ....................................................................................................... 19
High Roller Bonuses ................................................................................................. 20
Reload Bonuses ....................................................................................................... 21
Weekly/Monthly Bonuses ........................................................................................ 22
Referral Bonuses ...................................................................................................... 23
Payment/Banking Method Bonuses ...................................................................... 24

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Chapter 4: Know What You're Getting Into: Terms and Conditions
Wagering Requirements ........................................................................... 26
How are wagering requirements determined? ........................................................ 27

Are the WRs the same for all games?........................................................................ 27

Do all games fulfill the WR? ........................................................................................ 28

Violating Terms and Conditions ................................................................................ 29

Max Cashouts ............................................................................................................. 30

Chapter 5: Info You Need to Know to Maximize Your
Bonus Experience!! ................................................................................... 31
Tips and Best Practices - Rules to Live By!...................................................................... 32

10 Tips to Find the Best Bonuses .................................................................................... 35

Where to Find the Best Bonuses .................................................................................... 36

Conclusion ................................................................................................ 37



Chapter 1:
What Are Casino Bonuses and
Why Do Casinos Offer Them?

O
nline casino bonuses are the casino's way of enticing new players to join.

Most offer “free money” – sometimes it’s a $10 or $15 chip (which seems
reasonable) and sometimes the offer is for something outrageous like $3000 free.

We all know there is no such thing as a free lunch.

That doesn’t mean that if you’re a smart shopper, you can’t work the system and get
the most for your money!

Through this eBook, we’ll help you do exactly that.

As a consumer, it’s not always very easy making sense of the bonus offers. This is
especially true if you’re used to playing at land-based casinos, which offer very
different promotions and deals than online casinos do.

This eBook will explain absolutely everything about casino bonuses. It’s geared for
novice players and veteran players alike.

After reading this eBook, you will become smarter
online casino consumer.

We’ll explain how online casino bonuses work,
what’s in it for the casino to offer you these
bonuses, how you can be a savvy bonus shopper
and get the most for every dollar you spend –
without getting screwed over by the casinos!!

Let’s get started.



The Online Casino Industry
The online casino games industry is all about competition, not for players, but for the
casinos themselves. The market is saturated with so many different online casinos that
each casino has to provide an attractive offer to entice you to join.

The good news – as a player, you get to choose the best bonus out there.

The bad news – it’s not always clear what exactly that “best bonus” is.

(But that’s where we come in – and if you’ve downloaded this eBook It means that in
a few short minutes, you’ll be able to decipher for yourself so you’re already way
ahead of the game!!!)

Just the same as with land-
based casinos, where each
casino has different incentives
(free chips, meal vouchers,
tickets and attractions) to get
you to stay with them, in the
online world, it’s all about casino
bonus offers because cash is the
easiest thing for casinos to offer
you – hands down.

As we talked about earlier, online
casino bonuses are an incentive
used by casinos to encourage
players to spend time and money
on their website. Similar to a
coupon or discount code that you
would receive at a store, casino
bonuses give you the opportunity
to play with the casinos’ own cash,
within certain rules and limitations.



These bonuses have become so standard in the industry that it is unlikely that you will
land on a site without some sort of bonus offer blinking boldly at you from across the
screen.

With the massive variety of bonuses all over the web, it is easy to get confused and
feel overwhelmed. Just as casinos have become wise to the fact that they have to
offer a selection of bonuses to attract players, it is important that you educate yourself
about what is really being made available to you. Understanding the various types of
bonuses and their conditions will enable you to make the best choices on where and
how to play.

Written by industry experts, this guide will help you decipher the different types of
bonuses and wagering requirements, ensuring that you become a more informed,
skilled and profitable player!



Chapter 2:
Is Bonus Money Real Cash?

B
efore we get into the different types of bonuses, the most important point to
clarify when it comes to online casino bonuses is – can you cash them out?

What do we mean?

Basically, there are two types of bonuses – ones you can cash out and ones you can’t
cash out.

All bonuses, regardless of type and size, are divided into two categories – cashable or
non-cashable.

Non-cashable bonuses, also called “sticky” or “phantom” bonuses, are ones that
cannot be exchanged for real cash. Essentially, a bonus is like a credit and if the
bonus is labeled as non-cashable, you can use the credits to play the games, but it
will not be considered cash when you are ready to withdraw. If you want to make a
withdrawal from the casino, you will only be allowed to redeem your winnings and
your initial deposit, not the bonus amount.

This type of bonus is often labeled as 'for wagering only' in the terms and conditions
section.

Cashable bonuses are the opposite and after meeting the
wagering requirements, they count towards your overall
winnings and can be withdrawn, making them more attractive.

In this case, it is very important to read the terms and
conditions closely to see if the bonus being offered is
cashable or not and determine which is the right one for you.

In the terms and conditions section on a website, you
are likely to see something along these lines in relation to
Non-Cashable Bonuses:



Here is an example:

For a Cashable Bonus, you may see something like this:

Beware!!
When you deposit, and the casino awards you a bonus, you will always play FIRST with
your own money. If you lose your money, then you start playing with the bonus money.

Therefore, if you deposit $100, receive $100 in bonus money from the casino (a 100%
match bonus) and you lose $100, you won’t be able to cashout the remaining $100
in your account if the bonus is non-cashable (and at that point, even if it is cashable,
that casino will tell you that you’ll have to play in order to meet the wagering
requirements for cashout).

(Of course, this is not the case with a no-deposit bonus, which is why the wagering
requirements for cashout on a no-deposit bonus are usually much more strict than
deposit bonuses.)

This is standard for all online casinos and in fact, it’s pretty fair. Otherwise, people
would be able to cashout the free money. The point of the bonus is to help you win,
it’s not free money.

That said, it’s important to understand how bonuses work so you can:

1. Decide for yourself if you want to play with bonuses

2. Know what to expect and don’t end up feeling cheated or frustrated
because the fine print was too confusing

Now that you’ve got the basics down on what casino bonuses actually are (and
what they aren’t), let’s learn about the different types of bonuses so you can
understand which ones are best for you, where you can find them and what pitfalls to
avoid when shopping around for the best online casino bonus deal.



Chapter 3:
Different Types of Casino Bonuses
Deposit and No Deposit Bonuses

T
here are different types of online casino bonuses and each
offers its own unique advantages and conditions. In this
section, we’ll give you an in depth explanation of the different
types of bonuses.

Here, we break down bonuses into two main categories: no
deposit bonuses and deposit bonuses. As the name implies, a no deposit bonus or a
“free chip offer” is when the online casino awards you with a bonus before you
deposit funds into your account.

A deposit bonus is a bonus that the casino awards you when you buy-in (i.e., deposit
funds).

Keep in mind that each bonus comes with its own terms and conditions that vary at
each casino. It is important to read and understand these fully before playing with
any bonus. In general, these limitations are typically wagering requirements –
meaning that you are required to wager a certain amount of money before you are
allowed to withdraw the bonus. We will discuss wagering requirements in more detail
below and in the following chapters.

No Deposit Bonuses
No Deposit Bonus 1: Free Chips
Hands-down, the most popular casino bonus is the no-deposit bonus. It’s free money.

It’s not unconditional free money and you can’t cash it out and go buy a cup of coffee,
but it is money that you can use and if you win, the money you win is yours to keep.



Pretty great!

Now, where the casinos “get you” is with the requirements you must meet in order to
cash out the money you win with the bonus. That’s a whole chapter onto itself. We’ll
get there in a few minutes.

Here's an example:

Q. Why does the casino offer you free chips?
A. Similar to land-based casinos, it’s in the casinos interest to get you “in the
door”. What better way to do that then with a free gift?

You don’t owe the casino anything – and it’s the best way to really check out their
goods as you can play any real money game you want and really feel the
excitement of playing with REAL money as opposed to checking out the games in
the fun/demo mode of the online casino.

So, the casino will front the money for you initially from its own bank, in the hopes
that you will spend your own money with them down the line. Casinos that can
really “put their money where their mouths are” are the ones that offer the free chip
deals. They’re confident that once you play their games, you’ll want to come back
for more.



While this is the case, new casinos also offer the no deposit
bonus in an attempt to prove that their product and services
are just as fantastic as the older more established casinos.

No deposit bonuses usually come as a cash bonus and can
range anywhere from $5 to $150. Like other bonuses, the no
deposit bonus can be used to play most games at an online
casino, but be aware that not all games will count towards the
wagering requirements and there are strict terms and
conditions associated with them.

Make sure to read “Chapter 4: Know what you are getting yourself into: Terms and
Conditions”.

If you decide to take the bonus, you will typically download the casino software,
register your account as a real money player and type in a code (unless you come
from a special link and the money is automatically credited to your account).

Some casinos will ask you to put in your credit card information.

Q. Is it okay to put in your credit card information at a casino that
you’re not necessarily sure you actually want to spend money at?

A. YES. Absolutely.

Online casinos are not allowed to accept minors. The way that they deter minors is
by asking all players to register their credit card details as by definition, if you have
a credit card in your name, you are above the age of 18.

This way, the casino is able to verify that you are indeed over 18. By law, they
cannot charge your card unless authorized.

Sometimes an online casino will require that you make your first deposit before
you’re eligible to cash out the funds you’ve won from a no deposit bonus.



TIP: If you take a no deposit bonus and are asked by the casino to
make your first deposit before being eligible to cashout your winnings –
FOREGO the first deposit bonus because otherwise you’ll need to meet
another set of wagering requirements on the match deposit bonus you
receive with your first deposit.

You can do this by speaking directly with an online casino customer service
representative and asking them to shut off bonuses. (P.S. you can always turn on
the bonus function later.) There is no way to do this yourself – you’ll need to contact
customer support.

No Deposit Bonus 2: Free Play Bonuses
There are two main types of Free Play Bonuses.

1. Free Time

2. Free Spin for Slots

1. Free Time Bonuses
Free Time Free Play Bonuses can be a great way to start off. First, you’re able to really try
out the casino and play the different games. It’s better than playing in the free/demo
version of the casino because you actually have a chance to win something!

These bonuses allow you to play at a casino for a specific amount of time with a set
amount of money and keep your winnings. The allotted time will vary at each casino.

As an example, a casino will give you a set amount of $500 and one hour to try and
win as much as possible, up to a limit of $800. When the hour is over, whatever you
have won above the $500 comes back to you in the form of cash in your account. As
with any bonus, there will most likely be a cashout requirement.

As we mentioned earlier, often times casinos will require that you make a first
deposit before being able to cashout the money you win on a no deposit bonuses –
this is standard.



Here is an example:

2. Free Spin Bonuses - Slots
Slots are one of the more popular online casino games out there so there are some
casinos that create extra bonuses targeted at slot players specifically.

These bonuses are known as free spin bonuses and come as a time-bound or money-
bound bonus. A time-bound bonus is a bonus that you can use within a certain
amount of time. A free spin bonus is a bonus that consists of a certain number of free
spins (these games apply to slot games). Money-bound free-spin bonuses allow you
to play a slot game for free up to a certain monetary limit.

Here is an example:



Deposit Bonuses
Welcome Bonus/Sign-Up Bonus/New Player Bonuses
Just as the name implies, the Welcome Bonus, also sometimes known as a Sign-Up
Bonus or New Player Bonus, is given to customers who are playing at a casino for the
first time. The casino’s goal is to attract new players so this bonus is usually one of the
best deals around, and for this reason, is offered on a one-time basis.

Welcome bonuses are match bonuses.

A match bonus, true to its name, is a bonus offered by the casino based upon the
amount of money you deposit. The casino matches your deposit by a certain
percentage, up to a certain amount of money (depending upon the deal).

The bottom line? What you want to look for is a high percentage and a high
maximum match amount.

100% = The casino matches your deposit dollar for dollar.
200% = The casino matches your deposit with 2 dollars for every 1 dollar you
spend
300% = The casino matches your deposit with 3 dollars for every 1 dollar you
spend
and so forth...

The “up to” amount is the maximum bonus amount that the casino will offer you. This
amount helps you understand the exact amount of money you need to deposit in
order to get the maximum bonus amount from the casino.

The casino could offer a 50% match bonus up to $200, which would mean that you
are eligible for 50 cents on every dollar you deposit. So if you deposit $100, you will
receive a $50 match bonus, up to the maximum allowable bonus amount. Keep in
mind that if you want to take advantage of the full bonus amount and grab the entire
$200 from the casino, you’ll have to deposit $400.



Let’s take a look at a real-life example:

Welcome Bonus: 100% match up to $100
Let’s start by saying that this is a very clear and transparent advertisement. Instead of
the flashy ads promising thousands of free bonus dollars with no real commitment,
this ad clearly states that this is a casino match bonus and that you will receive a
bonus upon your first chip purchase.

We like transparent, easy to understand ads!

Now, let’s break it down.

For this bonus, 100% match up to $500, you’ll need to deposit $500 to get the
maximum bonus.

When you deposit $500, you’ll get to start playing with $1000 in your account.

On one hand, you want to get the most for your money. On the other hand, do you
really want to deposit $500 at a casino you’ve never really played at before?

If you deposit less, you’ll still be matched dollar for dollar but as we established above,
there are match bonuses higher than 100% so you might want to keep looking.



Let’s take it a step further. What about those outrageous offers like ‘$3000 Free’ or
‘$1000 Free’!

Is bigger really better?

MYTH:
The best strategy here is to look for the largest match bonus you can find at
each casino.

FACT:
When it comes to welcome bonuses, bigger is not always better! Most new
players assume that a banner ad flashing “$1000 Free Bonus!” means that
upon signing up to a new casino, you’ll find $1000 worth of free chips
waiting in your account. The reality, however, is a bit different.

First, let’s get one thing straight. A Welcome Bonus/New Player Bonus/First Deposit
Bonus is a bonus the casino will give you only upon making your first deposit as a new
player. This means that you can’t receive this bonus if you’ve had an account in the
past. This rule applies to one account per household. The casino will check based on
your computer’s IP address, even if you try to use a different name you’ll run into
problems when you deposit and expect to see your first match bonus.



Be aware!

Casino’s get creative when it comes to the fine print of the welcome bonus. The
huge number is always broken down into separate deposits.

Q. The good news?
A. The casino will award you with a match bonus each time you deposit.

Q. The bad news?
A. You’ll have to spend a lot of money in order to actually get the “maximum”
bonus amount (aka the huge number advertised as ‘free’).

Each separate section is a match bonus (i.e., deposit X amount and the casino will
match your deposit by X% up to X.) The “up to X” is considered as part of the bonus.

Confused? Don’t worry. You’re not alone. Casino bonuses are extremely confusing.

Let’s call a spade a spade; the goal of the casino is to lead you on and confuse you
terribly. However, if you’ve come this far and you’ve gotten your hands on this e-
book, you’ve already got one up on ‘em!

Moving along... let’s break it down with some examples:

Casino X offers a $1000 Welcome Bonus.

The bonus itself is made up of 4 bonuses.

First bonus: 100% match up to $300

The breakdown: This is a great bonus. The casino will double your first deposit
amount up to $300. To get the maximum amount of bonus money from the casino
(the full $300), you’ll need to deposit $300.

Second bonus: 50% up to $200

The breakdown: This is a so-so bonus. The casino will only match your bonus by half
the deposit amount. In order to get the maximum amount of bonus money from the
casino ($200), you’ll need to deposit $400.



Third bonus: 25% up to $250

Fourth bonus: 25% up to $250

The breakdown: These bonuses are pretty weak considering that you can just make
a deposit at another casino and easily grab a higher deposit bonus than a lousy 25%.
Plus, to get the full amount of bonus money from the casino for each deposit, you’ll
need to deposit $1000 each time.

So, when you add it up - in order to get the full $1000 Welcome Bonus from the
casino, you need to actually deposit $300 + $400 + $1000 + $1000 = $2700.

$2700 in order to get $1000 in free cash?
Hmmm... Not such a great deal on second thought.

There’s no such thing as a free lunch, folks!

Other important things to consider are the wagering
requirement terms for cashout, deposit methods
accepted, the quality of the casino and cashout
restrictions.

The wagering requirements should be low and the
casino should be reasonable when it comes to limiting
games that don’t count towards meeting the wagering
requirements. (Read more about wagering
requirements in the section below.)

Check that you can deposit at the casino in question with the payment method of
your choice. Some limit you to just a few third party payment providers that charge
high commissions on transactions.

Other than that, make sure that the casino is a legitimate business. The casino
should run on software that’s licensed and regulated and they should have the
documentation visible on their website to back it up. Another sign that the casino is
not reputable is if they do not share a mailing address that each casino by law must
provide its customers.



Not sure? Ask their customer support representative. (Note: If you can’t reach a
customer support representative within 5 minutes, find another casino as this is a sure
sign that the casino is not well run.)

ATTENTION: In this section, we have gone into detail explaining exactly
how a match bonus works. Welcome bonuses are deposit match
bonuses but they’re not the only type of deposit match bonus. In fact,
most bonuses are match deposit bonuses – we’ll talk about them here.

2nd Deposit Bonuses
Sometimes, things don’t always go the way you want or expect when you are
playing. If you lost money with a Welcome Bonus, a 2nd Deposit Bonus is a chance to
try again.

Casinos offer this bonus as a means of keeping you playing with them. When
scanning a new casino’s bonus page, check to see if this type of bonus is available
as it is can serve as a “safety net” if you lose out on your first bonus.

As discussed above, an online casino welcome bonus usually is made up of the first
few deposit bonuses but check to make sure that you’re getting more than just a
one-off deal.

Here is an example:



Loyalty Bonuses
So you’ve been playing at a casino on a number of occasions and find the
experience to be enjoyable, fun and best of all – profitable! Since you are spending
your money at the casino, why shouldn’t they give you something back?

Well don’t worry folks, they do!!

Loyalty Bonuses were created to keep happy players happy and coming back for
more (and not going to a competing brand).

Loyalty bonuses can come in all different denominations and essentially are related
to how loyal the casino sees you.

TIP: How can you get on the “loyal” or “VIP” player list? The casino
considers a loyal player one who plays a lot and deposits a lot.

Even if you don’t deposit a lot of money but you deposit consistently, the casino
understand it as a sign that you’re not depositing/playing elsewhere.

It’s a great long-term strategy investment because the more loyal you are, the better
the bonuses are. Also, loyalty perks range beyond just cash bonuses. First, high level
loyalty bonuses are usually cashable meaning you CAN cash them out without
having to meet wagering requirements.

Second, players with loyalty/VIP status are able to get their earnings quickly (because
the casino rushes the processing time). Third (but not least of all), these players are
awarded with a personal account manager whose job it is to make sure you’re a
happy player (translation: will give you lots of free chips, cash and even actual
merchandise like electronics, vacations, cars, shopping sprees, etc.).



Bottom line? It pays to be loyal to a casino that you like.

Here is an example:

High Roller Bonuses
All online casinos want to ‘catch a whale’ (a.k.a High Roller) as they typically spend a lot
of money. Even though they may be fewer in numbers than the regular players they
essentially contribute more to the overall revenue of a casino. Thus, High Roller Bonuses
are geared towards players who deposit large amounts of money from the start. In order
to receive these bonuses, you must initially deposit typically $5000 or more to qualify.

High rollers are automatically considered to be VIP players and are immediately
flagged and entered into the casino’s loyalty program.

In return for spending big, casinos will offer great perks, extra bonuses and first-class
service for these players. Everything from comp points and luxury gifts, including free
hotel accommodation at 5-star hotels, free tickets to various concerts or sporting
events, or free entry to some big tournaments.

As a VIP, it will be easier to deposit and more importantly, withdraw from the casino
account. Every high stakes player will have their own dedicated casino
representative whose job is to help them solve any problems. More than that, if any
questions or technical difficulties appear while playing, they will get expedited help
from Customer Support.

High Roller bonus can (but not always) exceed the match bonus percentage offered
to regular players. The best part of the High Roller bonus is that the maximum bonus
amount received per initial deposit is dramatically higher.



Here is an example:

Reload Bonuses
Obviously, casinos want existing players to come back as often as possible and
spend large amounts of cash with them. Therefore, they offer Reload Bonuses as a
way to encourage you to keep your accounts open, even if you have not been
particularly successful in your playing.

Reload Bonuses give you the opportunity to maximize your bonus over a set period of
time. Similar to Welcome Bonuses, they are offered as a match, but are usually less
than a 100%.

Reload Bonuses are typically good for deposits made during one playing day.
However, you will find that most casinos do not offer the opportunity to take a reload
bonus on all deposits. Note that in general, a casino will limit the Reload Bonuses to
the first deposit made that week or a number of deposits made in a month.

Another possibility might be that a casino will spread their Reload Bonus offers
throughout a week. You could see a casino could offer a 30% Reload Bonus on first
deposits made on Monday, a 60% Reload Bonus on first deposits made on
Wednesday and 100% on Saturday.

Review the promotion pages at each casino you are playing at carefully to determine
what strategically makes the most sense for your playing style.



Here is an example:

Weekly/Monthly Bonuses
Weekly and Monthly bonuses are another way for a casino to entice you to keep
coming back. As the name implies, you will only be able to take advantage of these
bonus offers during a specific time period designated by the casino.

Similar to match bonuses, these bonuses entitle you to receive a specified
percentage amount up to a maximum specified amount. If you find a casino that
you like to play at, Weekly/Monthly bonuses can be a nice addition to your bank roll
because they reward you for your loyalty.

Although Weekly/Monthly bonuses are not offered at all casinos, they are quite
common. Look for casinos that change up their Weekly/Monthly bonuses all the time,
implying a level of innovation on their part as well as an investment in their customers.



Here is an example:

Referral Bonuses
If you really like playing at a casino and you want to spread the love, you can let a
friend or family member know about your experience and encourage them to register
as well. If they take your advice, you would be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

When involving other people in your casino playing, sometimes things can get tricky.
In order to avoid any mistakes and to ensure that you receive your bonus, instruct
your friend or family member to use your name in the referral box when they sign-up
so that you are credited with the bonus.

Referral Bonuses are given as flat amounts or they can be match bonuses based on
a certain percentage of what your friend or family member deposits.

Like other bonuses, there are likely wagering requirements attached, so make sure to
follow the terms and conditions closely. Once you have met these stipulations, you
will be credited.



Here is an example:

Payment/Banking Method Bonuses
If you have ever seen a restaurant with a sign outside that says “Cash Only,” then you
are aware that business owners usually prefer to take payment in other forms than
credit cards.

Credit card companies can mean hassles, fees and headaches. In the online casino
world, this is one reason that Payment or Banking Method Bonuses are offered.

Additionally, because many governments across the world have strict rules relating to
online casinos, they require a bank to take extra care when receiving a request for an
online casino transaction, slowing down the process.

Payment/Banking Method Bonuses reward you for using another form of payment for a
deposit besides a credit card. This can include NETeller, Citadel or wire transfer, as
examples.

This bonus usually comes as a percentage of your deposit and in addition to other
bonuses you are using.

So, if you deposited $50 and you took a Welcome Bonus that gave you a 100% match,
you would have $100 to play with. If you also took a Payment/Banking Method Bonus
that gave you a 20% bonus on top of this, you would have $120 to play with.



Here is an example:



Chapter 4:
Know What You're Getting Into:
Terms and Conditions
Wagering Requirements

W
henever you take a bonus, there is
a Wagering Requirement (WR)
attached. This means that in order to
cashout any of your winnings, you need to
wager a certain number of times, as
specified in the terms and conditions
attached to the bonus.

Since the casino is giving away “free
money” through the bonus, a WR is a way
for them to manage and offset their risk and
ensure that a certain number of
guaranteed bets are placed.

Wagers are bets. Wagering requirements are centered around wagers.

In short, you need to BET a certain amount of money to cash out - you don't need to
SPEND a certain amount of money.

This is something that most people confuse.

When taking any bonus, it is important to look at the wagering requirements so that
you fully understand what you are committing to when you take the bonus. In
general, the larger the bonus amount, the more likely there is a higher wagering
requirement attached.



How are wagering requirements determined?
Wagering Requirements are calculated based on the bonus amount or the bonus
plus deposit amount.

(Bonus + Deposit) x (a number specified by the casino) = Wagering Requirement

The number will usually range between 15 for less strict bonuses and up to 40 for
more strict bonuses, depending on the casino.

Example:

If you were to make a deposit of $100 and take a 100% Match Bonus with a
Wagering Requirement of 25, it would look like this:

Wagering Requirement = $100 + $100 x 25 = 5,000

So you would have to bet a value of $5,000 before being able to cashout.

Are the WRs the same for all games?
No. Not only are there different Wagering Requirements attached to different bonuses,
the WR can change based on the game. Typically, when you see a WR, it will be for the
lowest WR applicable, generally for Slots and Keno. Other games, are a percentage of
the WR, and may not count at all or count very little towards meeting the requirements.
These percentages vary between casinos and throughout the industry, therefore you
should look closely at the terms and conditions and do the math.

Here is a chart example of the breakdown of what you may come across in terms of
how much certain games can fulfill the Wagering Requirements:



Example:

According to the chart, a player who wagers $20 on slots will contribute $20 to
redeeming their bonus.

A player who wagers $20 on Blackjack will contribute $4 to redeeming their bonus.

Do all games fulfill the WR?
No. Depending on the casino, certain games are restricted from fulfilling the WR. For
example, if you started playing slots according to the WR, but then switched to Craps,
not knowing that Craps does not count towards the WR, you would lose all your
winnings. You need to proceed with caution and read the terms accompanying
each bonus with care.



These are typical examples of what you would find on an online casino bonus page
and are taken from two different casinos:

Violating Terms and Conditions
If you have read through this guide, by now you should know the importance of
paying close attention to the terms and conditions attached to all bonuses. If you
violate any of these, according to the casino’s discretion, your bonus and winnings
will be made null and void.

As mentioned earlier, a violation could mean using the bonus to place bets on
games that do not meet the wagering requirements.

In this case, you could see something like this in a casino’s terms and conditions
section:

Bets placed on all games other than slot machines will be deemed a violation of
the terms and conditions, your bonus and winnings will be voided.



The lesson here is that you should only be playing the games that the casino
specifically says apply to the bonus, otherwise you won’t be able to cash out your
winnings (you’ll have to play one of the “allowed” games and might risk wiping out
your winnings).

Max Cashouts
So you just won $1,000 playing Slots
and another $1,500 playing Blackjack.
You are feeling great about yourself
and are already picturing what you
are going to buy with the extra cash in
your pocket. You are ready to collect
your winnings and hit the stores, but
not so fast...

The casino you played at might have
a max cashout.

Many casinos have maximum cashout
limits that range from $2,000-$5,000
per week. This means that if you hit a
random jackpot or win significantly, you will only be able to withdraw your winnings
according to the casino’s weekly allowance.

This could translate into weeks of waiting to receive the full amount of your winnings.

Not all casinos have max cashouts but it's important to look for them. Cashout details
can be found in the terms and conditions page on a casino’s website or by
contacting their customer service team.

Be sure to take the time to review this information so that you are not faced with long
waiting periods for your money.



Chapter 5:
Info You Need to Know to
Maximize Your Bonus Experience!!

Y
our goal should always be to maximize your bonus in order to get the most for
your money.

This means that you always want to deposit up to the maximum amount for the
bonus.

Here is a scenario to consider:

If a casino offers a 325% Welcome Bonus up to a maximum of $3,250 then in order
to maximize your bonus and give you the best chances of winning, you should
deposit up to $1,000.

$1, 000 x 325% = $3,250 (which is the max Welcome Bonus from the casino)

In this case, depositing more than $1,000 will actually REDUCE your percentage
bonus.

For example, a $2,000 deposit would take you over.

$2,000 x 325% = $6,500

Since your bonus is capped at $3,250, the bonus percentage is really only 162.5%.

The lesson here is to use your money wisely. Remember to never deposit more than
the max bonus amount in order to maximize your cash and keep the odds in your
favor versus the casino’s.



Tips and Best Practices - Rules to Live By!
1. Customer Service – Ask and Ye Shall Receive
A good customer service team is vital to any online casino games experience and is
a sign that the casino you are playing at is legitimate.

If the casino does not have sufficient or quality support, then it's safe to say that it
does not have the resources to invest in the user experience.

This translates to the gaming experience and payouts as well, so it should be taken
into consideration.

If you have questions about bonuses, wagering requirements, or anything else, don’t
feel shy about reaching out to the casino’s support team. It is their job to help you
deposit and make the most of your playing time.

INSIDER TIP: When you are talking to a representative, ask them about
any deals or promotions that they know about. Often, they will let you in
on things that may not be listed online and you can get an advantage
on other players.

2. Don't Deposit Right Away!
If we had 10 seconds to tell you ONE important thing about casino bonuses - the tip
that would help you get a bigger bonus every - single - time... THIS WOULD BE IT!

Sign up for an account.

Then wait.

One day, two days, a week, two weeks. And... watch your email!



The longer you have a registered account and don't deposit - the better the offer is
going to be. It's like playing hard to get. The casino already has you but they don't
have your money – for them this is TORTURE.

If you don't deposit right away, you'll get an even better deal! Plus, don't be afraid to
talk to a customer service representative a few days after you registered (before you
have deposited) and ask them for their best offer to get you to deposit.

3. Always Check Your Email for the Latest Deals
We know that there are a ton of casinos out there offering all kinds of bonuses. With
so many choices, it is easy to feel overwhelmed!

One way to ensure that you are getting in on the best deals and promotions
specifically from the places you love to play is to make sure you're getting email offers
from the casinos.

Many times your email provider will automatically toss any email from an online
casino into your Spam or Junk folder. You will need to "allow" mail from these email
addresses to get through your Spam filter. Depending on what email you use, the
way to set this is a bit different. Just search in Google to learn how to do it for your
specific email provider (gmail, yahoo, hotmail, etc.)

TIP: If you are concerned about getting too many emails, create
another account just for casino bonus offers and use that email for all
your online casino accounts.

4. Social Media if Your Bonus Best Friend
Many casinos and casino-related sites are using Facebook, Twitter, YouTube,
Google+, Pinterest and others to promote bonuses and deals. Social media is a great
resource to keep updated on the latest info from the industry without having to do
any searching online. Just press “Follow” or “Like” and you will have the offers coming
directly to you!



To start you off, here are a few pages that will give you access to exclusive bonus
codes and special casino deals what you won't find anywhere else! Just follow us on
Facebook or like us on Twitter and you'll get all our latest casino bonus offers
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Facebook

www.facebook.com/FreeCasinoBonusCodes

Twitter

https://twitter.com/NDCasino

Now that you've learned all the ins and outs of casino bonuses, we want to leave you
with 10 tips to make sure you....

Don’t get suckered in!!!



10 Tips to Find the Best Bonuses
1. If it’s not a one-time bonus, see how the bonus is broken down. Find the one
that’s spread out the most with the highest match percentages per bonus.

2. Check out the wagering requirements for cashout. Try to aim for wagering
requirements that are low. (What’s considered low? Rule of thumb: Bonus +
Deposit x 20 and lower.)

3. Make sure the terms and conditions clearly state what games are allowed and
what games aren’t allowed to meet the wagering requirements for cashout.

4. Make sure BEFORE you deposit that you don’t have an account at this casino. If
you don’t remember, ask a customer support representative to check your
details. (If you deposit and you once deposited at this casino, you won’t get your
welcome bonus and you’ll have a lot of problems getting your money back).

5. Last but not least, make sure the casino is reputable! Be a smart consumer.
Only deposit at a casino that’s regulated and licensed!!!

6. Do not deposit more on your first deposit than will allow you to get the full
match bonus!

7. Don't worry about having an account at more than one casino - you'll end up
getting more bonuses that way. If you don't want the hassle -stick with your
favorite casino and aim towards becoming a VIP player with access to the
casino's loyalty program.

8. Don't deposit immediately after opening a real money account - if you wait a
few days the casino will send you a better incentive to deposit - it will be worth
the wait!

9. Always read the wagering requirements - don't be afraid to ask for NO
BONUSES if you know you won't be able to meet them (i.e., if they don't allow
you to play your favorite game, for example, blackjack).

10. Stay on top of emails, social media sites and the best casino bonus review
websites to make sure you never make a deposit without getting a bonus and
don't miss out on any time-sensitive bonus offers!



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Conclusion

C
ongratulations! You're now armed and ready to take on the online casino world
by storm — one free bonus at a time.

Remember the rules, be a smart consumer, and always get the most for your money.

Visit us often for the best time-sensitive deals and the highest bonuses online.

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