Reading bonus terms
before you claim.

Wagering requirement size

A 30× WR is broadly considered moderate by industry standards; a 65× WR makes the bonus very difficult to clear for most players. The bonus amount multiplied by the WR equals the total wagers needed — that's the real number that matters, not the advertised bonus figure.

Game contributions

If you prefer table games and the slots-only contribution is 100% while tables contribute 10%, a £700 wagering requirement effectively becomes £7,000 of table game bets. Game contributions can change the practical value of a bonus entirely.

Time limit vs betting pace

A 7-day limit to wager £700 requires £100 of bets per day. That's a significant volume for a casual player. Longer time limits give more flexibility; shorter limits mean higher daily betting pressure to avoid forfeiting the bonus.

Wagering requirement (WR)

The number of times you must bet through a bonus amount before any winnings derived from it can be withdrawn as cash. A £20 bonus with a 35× WR requires £700 in total bets. Higher requirements mean fewer players will complete them within the time limit.

Game contribution

How much of each bet counts towards clearing the wagering requirement. Slots typically contribute 100%; table games often contribute 10–25% or nothing at all. A live casino bet of £10 contributing 10% counts as £1 towards the requirement. Always check the contribution table.

Time limit

The period within which wagering must be completed after claiming a bonus. Typically 7, 14, or 30 days. If the wagering isn't complete within the limit, both the bonus and any bonus-derived winnings are usually forfeited.

Maximum bet with active bonus

Most operators cap how much you can stake per round while bonus funds are active — commonly £5 per spin or per round. Betting above this limit can void the bonus. The cap applies from the moment the bonus is credited.

Eligible games

Not all games on the platform may qualify for wagering. Jackpot slots are frequently excluded or capped at a low contribution rate. Some new releases are also excluded during their launch window.

Bonus funds vs real money

Operators typically separate your real money balance from bonus funds and apply bets from real money first. Once real money is spent, bonus funds activate. Winnings from bonus play are usually added back as bonus funds until the requirement is cleared.

Free spins value

Free spins are awarded on a specific game at a fixed stake per spin — commonly £0.10. Winnings from free spins are credited as bonus funds and carry a wagering requirement before they can be withdrawn.

Cashback offers

Cashback is typically a percentage of net losses over a defined period, credited as bonus funds or sometimes as real money. The terms vary: when losses are calculated, what percentage returns, and whether a wagering requirement applies to the credited amount.