The Small Letters - What Casino Bonuses Really Mean

Fine print has claimed many victims in the past. As you rush to read the main components of the body of the contract, you may forget to go through the smaller letters that are usually added at the end. Usually, the fine print includes information not in the main body of the text but of equal importance. Reading the fine print is essential before you get into any agreement.

On that note, we have seen that it is important to read the terms and conditions of online casinos. We all tend to tick the “I agree” box on online sites before going through the terms and conditions to get to the next step. Today we will look at fair gaming in a nutshell to give you an idea of what most casino bonuses mean.

Explaining Online Casino Bonuses

One thing about bonuses is that they are designed to make you play more. Most online casino bonuses have some form of playthrough or wagering requirements before you can cash out on any winnings. That wager or playthrough can be seen as the fine print most punters don't look into, only to realise the true meaning later.

Welcome Bonus

Welcome bonuses are usually created to entice players to sign up and play at online casinos. This type of bonus usually applies to a first time sign up as a reward for joining the online casino. Welcome bonuses are also known as sign up bonuses and normally come in the form of a deposit bonus, a no deposit bonus and a match bonus.

Loyalty Bonus

When you reach a certain status at a casino, you're given a loyalty bonus. There is no standard value for this bonus; it differs from casino to casino. Casinos usually don't require a playthrough for you to claim this one. Generally, you must meet the desired requirement or status to claim your loyalty bonus.

Match Bonus

This type of bonus you will only receive when you make a deposit. The casino will simply match a certain percentage of the deposit that you make. Also, note that it depends on the amount that you deposit. For example, a casino can give a 100% match bonus on deposits up to $300, meaning when you deposit $300, you get another $300. Then your total wager becomes $600. This is usually given to new players who make their initial deposit.

Sticky Bonus

This is a bonus that a casino offers to its players that you cannot withdraw. You are given the bonus to play once you reach the playthrough requirement. The sticky bonus can be used to play more games at the casino and if you win it is possible for you to withdraw your winnings.

Always check the playthrough requirements or fine print before selecting an online casino because of a bonus. Not all casinos have the same bonuses and there might occur differences in how they give out their bonuses. Make sure you are receiving a fair and desirable bonus.