How to read a casino bonus offer

Start with the full terms

A welcome offer should be read together with its terms. Keep the offer page and the terms open at the same time, and make sure they describe the same promotion. If the wording is unclear, ask the operator before making a deposit.

Check what must be wagered

Identify the bonus funds separately from your deposited cash and winnings from your own money. Do not assume a bonus wagering requirement can lock all of these balances. Read the UKGC explanation. Also check which games contribute, the maximum permitted stake and any excluded games.

Find the deadlines and limits

Check the time allowed to claim the offer and complete its conditions. Look for minimum deposit requirements, payment-method exclusions, maximum conversion limits and withdrawal conditions. Do not assume the headline includes every restriction.

Keep a copy

Save the terms that applied when you claimed an offer. An attractive headline is not a reason to spend more than you intended. If the conditions do not fit your budget or available time, you can leave the offer unused.