Bonus Handbook: what do the different terms mean?
New types of bonuses are constantly being developed, and for this reason, players may have difficulty keeping up with fresh trends - especially since many terms do not have Finnish translations. We went through all the most common sayings, terms, and translations related to bonuses!
Casinos offer numerous different bonuses
The fact that online casino bonuses are constantly changing is purely a positive problem. As competition intensifies, we see even better bonuses - but the multitude of different terms can sometimes feel challenging. So let's break them down a bit more closely!
Deposit bonus is the most common offer you will receive from an online casino. It works quite simply as follows: when you make a deposit, the casino gives you a sum equivalent to a certain percentage as bonus money. For example, with a 100% deposit bonus, you receive exactly the same amount as your deposit.
Non Sticky bonus is a popular type of bonus that allows you to cancel the bonus if you wish. Real money and bonus money are separated, and play begins with real money. Before switching to bonus money, you can cancel the bonus and withdraw the winnings obtained with real money without any wagering requirements.
Wager and Get bonus has become more common in the last year. The basic idea of the offer is as follows: you first make a deposit, and once you have played through it enough times, the associated bonus is given to you in cash.
Reload bonus is a blanket term for bonuses given after the welcome offer. These offers can be bonus money, free spins, or a combination of both. Reload bonuses often remain the same and can be redeemed on specific days of the week, for example.
Cashback bonus is a relatively new type of bonus that slightly reduces the risk of playing. Cashback is paid as a percentage of either net losses, deposits, or every spin played. The amount of cashback is usually 10-25% and is paid either daily or weekly to players' accounts.
Free play money is given without a deposit upon registration. The amounts vary between €5-100 depending on the online casino. Free play money is almost always bonus money and includes wagering requirements.
Payment method bonus is always related to a specific payment service, such as AstroPay, Neteller, Skrill, Trustly, or Brite. When you use this payment method during your deposit, you receive a special bonus.
Familiarizing with terms related to free spins
In addition to casino bonuses, one of the most common offers provided by online casinos is free spins. Over the years, free games have also developed significantly, and alongside traditional spins, numerous different variations have emerged.
Spin is a commonly used term associated with free spins. It derives from the English term "free spins." Spins are therefore free rounds offered by online casinos, which are always given for a predetermined game.
Free spins without a deposit are relatively rare, but some casinos distribute them to new customers. Instead of redeeming the spins against a deposit, you receive them completely free either upon registration or against a bonus code.
Wager-free free spins or cash spins do not include any wagering requirements familiar from other bonuses. All winnings from these spins are paid directly in cash, and you can withdraw the winnings immediately.
Spinback is a feature of the Wildz online casino that rewards players with spins when a losing streak becomes large enough. Spinback is available in the Sweet Bonanza game: every time you play five rounds without a win, you receive one spin as a reward in the Temple Tumble slot.
Spinbooster is Casino Friday's own loyalty program that distributes free spins to players whenever they reach a new Spinbooster level. Spins are given for the games that the winning player prefers to roll.
Super spins are more valuable than normal free spins. Usually, the value of one spin is €0.10-0.20, but in super spins (also known as mega spins), the value can be increased to as much as €5 per spin. With these spins, it is possible to win significantly larger prizes.
A deeper understanding of bonus wagering
Almost all problems related to bonuses arise because players often unknowingly break the rules and conditions related to wagering. To prevent this from happening to our readers, we have compiled the most important terms related to wagering.
Wagering requirements are conditions attached to almost all bonuses. They include information on how many times the deposited amount or collected winnings must be played through at the casino before withdrawal. This also includes information on the timeframe within which the bonus must be wagered.
Winning cap is the maximum amount set by the online casino that you can win with a deposit bonus, free spins, or other offers. We recommend avoiding casinos that have a winning cap on bonuses other than those offered without a deposit.
Bet limits indicate how much you can wager for wagering. Generally, the limit is set at €5-10. It is advisable to check the amount in advance, as playing with too high a stake will not count towards fulfilling the wagering requirements.
Restricted games are slots or other games that are excluded from wagering. You can, of course, play whatever you want, but certain games contribute to wagering at 0% - or only 25-50%.
Bonus code is a specific word or numeric code that you must enter during the deposit to activate the bonus.
Terminology in betting
If you are more interested in betting rather than casino games, there are also other forms of bonuses available in addition to deposit bonuses and reload bonuses.
Free bet is the betting equivalent of free play money. If you redeem this offer, you can place a bet on your chosen event at the expense of the betting site. The size of free bets often varies between €10-25.
Risk-free bet returns the money to the player if the placed bet goes wrong. So you can literally bet on your chosen event without any risk: if the bet hits, you keep the winnings - if not, you get your money back.
Enhanced odds are not actual bonuses but boosts that allow you to grab larger winnings. The betting site may update the odds for a specific event to be better than normal, significantly increasing the payout percentage. And winnings are, of course, wagering-free since this is not an actual bonus.