Players of online casino games will know that there are often promotions that these companies use to try and get new players, or to encourage existing bettors to use their platform over another. In such a competitive industry it is always helpful for companies to conduct research into what is helping them to grow and foster these pathways.

Some casino brands have built a real culture of providing perks and bonuses for players, but they aren’t always immediately obvious. Players who are looking to ensure they don’t miss out on any of the perks should consider the following types of bonuses (and check if they can get them!)

Free spins

Not everybody that wants to play at online casino platforms wants to play slot games. However, some of the most common bonuses that are out there relate to slots in the form of free spins. For a lot of casino brands, it doesn’t matter whether you play slot games regularly or have never played them before. 

Some casino free spins bonuses may be offered in conjunction with a specific game, and therefore provide a way for developers to showcase their game portfolio. This is why you will sometimes see free spins offered but only on specific games (or a selection of games).

Free spins do sometimes come with a set of conditions which is normal for any competition or free prize. Even our very own prize section has to have some terms and conditions. In online casinos, this may also exclude people from some of the biggest potential prizes. 

Signup bonuses

This is one of those things that can be very frustrating if you don’t notice before you sign up. There’s not much we can do except give you some fair warning that this is the case! 

A lot of signup bonuses rely on people signing up for an account using a code or even depositing a certain amount into their accounts to be eligible. A signup bonus is not uncommon, and a lot of casinos will provide some additional funds for bettors to use. Each betting company tends to do this in a specific way and that means there may be different eligibility criteria.

If you can get a signup bonus, then it often makes sense to do so, even if it means getting free spins that may not entitle you to the biggest wins. 

Loyalty bonuses

Loyalty bonuses are becoming a lot more common in the industry as people realise that it isn’t just about what they can get when they sign up, but how a casino site treats them in the long term. 

Loyalty bonuses are a way for casino sites to not just try and reward the new customers but to look after the customers who have continued to use their platform over the years. Customers value brands that recognise their loyalty. It’s becoming much more of a common practise that loyalty recognition is one of the most-valued things for customers and that they want to see brands that also recognise their ongoing support.

Loyalty bonuses might provide things like bet credits at the end of a week if they have bet a certain amount or spun the reels a certain number of times.

VIP programs

VIP programs are another way that some casinos reward players that regularly play on their platform. It is a good idea to read up on these before you start to play at a casino platform. VIP programs can also be invitation-only. It is a little bit like the ‘high rollers’ section in an old, in-person casino. 

Some casinos decide not to opt for this sort of bonus and others may make it tough for players to get into the VIP programs. It wouldn’t be very ‘VIP’ if they let just anybody in. VIP programs are all done in different ways and some of them have tiers giving players different rewards as they climb the ladders.

Game-specific promotions

There are sometimes specific promotions that companies may use when promoting their games. For instance, some platforms and online casinos that have poker may provide tournaments that can be entered free of charge. Some of these tournaments still have a way for players to win real prizes. 

Some slot games also have their own specific promotions such as different prize drops, not to mention those that might be linked to progressive jackpots that trigger after a certain level of play.

There are other forms of bonuses, too. Some casinos use no-deposit bonuses which mean that players don’t even need to sign up with any money to potentially try out a game, though these will almost definitely have some hefty restrictions on them.

Conclusion

It is annoying if you miss out on perks that other players might get. It makes sense to take advantage of perks if you are entitled to them but always be sure to gamble responsibly. Only bet what you can afford to lose and be sure to never bet when angry or frustrated. Bonuses are often a way to maximise deposits but that doesn’t mean that you necessarily have to take advantage of all of them.