With the high number of online casinos in Australia emerging every break of dawn, bookmakers are keen on staying competitive by finding better ways to attract new punters. One of the most popular ways to elevate the gaming experience is by offering no deposit bonuses.
As the name suggests, a no deposit bonus is a gift from an online casino that allows players to place bets on various games without depositing any money into their accounts. It is usually in the form of cash bonuses, free chips, or spins.
Such rewards are advantageous as players can wage and possibly win real money. Since it’s not every day that your online casino will offer such lucrative gifts, it is vital that you make the most of it.
So, how do you do that?
Today, John Gold from BetPokies focuses on how to use the no-deposit bonus correctly to ensure you maximize your winning chances.
Let’s delve into the specifics.
Know How To Claim It
The first step to using your reward successfully is knowing how to use it.
It’s not uncommon for online casinos to provide a set of must-follow instructions for people who want to leverage this bonus.
For instance, the casino might require you to create an account through the sign-up process or perform an activity such as reposting on your social networks. Sometimes, you might be required to log onto a streaming platform and participate or something as simple as keying in a bonus code.
No bonus codes are pretty easy to claim, but if you encounter difficulties, you can always contact customer support.
Know The Wagering Requirements
Wagering requirements are a set of conditions that must be met in order to withdraw winnings. In this case, it’s the amount or the number of times you need to bet before you can cash out.
These conditions vary from one casino to the other. For instance, some bookmakers will only allow withdrawals of up to a specific amount. So, if you have 21 free spins and win A$100, a casino with a withdrawal cap of A$40 will only allow you to withdraw the A$40. This leaves A$60 that you will use to bet.
Additionally, Aussie casinos will have age restrictions or require you to make a deposit before cashing out. But if you are lucky enough, you may come across a casino with zero wagering requirements on this specific reward.
Use It While It’s Valid
All casino rewards have a validity period, even no-deposit bonuses. So, it’s vital that you use it before it is invalid.
Most Aussie online casinos will clearly indicate the expiration dates. However, if you do not find it indicated just next to the bonus on the website’s homepage, you can always click on the bonus and find the validity period in its description.
Use The Bonus On The Right Games
Every casino specifies games that you can play to redeem your bonus. Unfortunately, not all games are valid.
So, it’s essential that you take your time to go through the wagering requirements where you will either see a list of the restricted or valid games. Many casinos will exclude popular games such as roulette and others that boast a low house edge from the bonus. The same applies to progressive jackpots.
Also, note that one no-deposit bonus affects various games differently. As such, it’s important to pick a game you are confident will give you better odds.
Pick The Right Casino
Horror stories of people losing their winnings to rogue casinos are not unheard of, which is why you should seek bonuses from reputable casinos.
Online casinos, like any other business, are hungry for sign-ups. As such, they will often present new players with lucrative offers they find hard to resist. So, even as you look around for attractive no-deposit bonuses, be wary of the casino you choose.
Make sure the casino is licensed by the reputable Australian gambling commission. Additionally, if the casino offers impressive bonuses but has countless unrealistic wagering requirements, do not fall into the trap and sign up for the offers.
Conclusion
No-deposit bonuses are well-loved for a reason; they present a chance to win real money without the risk of depositing your hard-earned money. They also allow punters to ‘test the waters,’ giving them an opportunity to try out a new casino’s offerings.
With the strategies mentioned above, you will be able to play risk-free games with a chance of winning big.
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David Prior
David Prior is the editor of Today News, responsible for the overall editorial strategy. He is an NCTJ-qualified journalist with over 20 years’ experience, and is also editor of the award-winning hyperlocal news title Altrincham Today. His LinkedIn profile is here.
