How to win back a bonus in an online casino: in clear language

Many online casino newcomers face tempting offers:

• "100% deposit bonus," "50 frispins," "€20 without deposit."

But when the time comes to withdraw the win, it turns out that you need to win it back. What does it mean? How realistic is it to fulfill these conditions? Which wager to consider honest?

In this article, we will explain in detail:

• What is winning a bonus
• What is a wager
• How to calculate the required amount of bets
• Which games help (or prevent) to fulfill the conditions
• And how not to lose the bonus of stupidity

What does it mean to "win back a bonus"?

When a casino gives you a bonus (money or frispins), it does not allow you to immediately withdraw them. First, you have to make bets on a certain amount - this is called playing back or executing a vager.

Example in simple words:

• You got a €100 bonus with an x30 vager.
This means:
• 100 × 30 = €3,000 - you must bid €3,000 to withdraw the money.

It doesn't matter if you win or lose - it is the volume of bets that counts, not their result.

How to calculate the bonus?

Formula:
• 'Bonus amount × vager = bet total'

There are two types of vager:
• 1. Bonus only - applies only to the bonus issued
• 2. Bonus + deposit - applies to the entire amount


💡Example:
Deposit: €100
Bonus: €100
Wager: x40 (per bonus + deposit)
Then you need to play: (100 + 100) × 40 = €8000

Which games are better to play?



Game	Considered in the game?
Video Slots	100% (Common)
Live games	5-10% (if allowed at all)
Board games	5-20%, often excluded
Jackpots	Usually not counted
Sports betting	Only in special offers
Zero Risk Games	May Break the Rules



💡Always read the list of exceptions - some casinos have a "black list" of slots that do not count towards winning!

Step-by-step instructions: how to play a bonus

1. Review Bonus Terms

Wager (x20, x30, x50?)
Maximum rate (often €5)
Playing time (e.g. 7 days)
Which games count
Are there limited countries

2. Do not exceed the maximum rate

Even if the casino allows you to bet €10, with an active bonus there may be a limit of €5. Break - Bonus and winnings can cancel.

3. Play only those games that count

Prefer video slots with high volatility and good RTP.

4. Follow the progress of the replay

A good casino displays how many% you have already played.
If not, record manually.

5. Do not make a cashout until the end

If you try to withdraw money before a full gamble, everything will burn out: both a bonus and a win.

What to do with Frispins?

If you got the Frispins, then:
• Make free backs first
• Winning from them turns into "bonus funds"
• They also need to be played according to the standard scheme (for example, x40 from winning)


💡Example: got 50 frispins → won €12 → vager x30
💡Need to bid for 12 × 30 = €360

Frequent replay errors

1. Max Rate Exceeded - Bonus Cancellation
2. Games out of the rules - bets don't count
3. Passivity - the playing time is out
4. Output Before End - Zero Balance
5. Mixing deposits and bonuses - rule confusion

Is it possible to really play a bonus?

Yes, especially if:
• Vager adequate (x20-x35)
• Give a bonus without a deposit or + 100%
• You choose slots with good RTP (96% +)
• Play disciplined (not all-in, not chaotic)

But remember: the bonus is not a guarantee of earning money, but the ability to test a casino with a chance of winning.

Bonus without a vager - happens?

Yes! Some casinos offer:
• Frispins without winning back (winning immediately available)
• Cashback without a vager
• Sign-up bonus that can be deducted after a minimum of bets

Look for the note: "No Wagering Bonus," "No Play," "Wager-Free"

Conclusion

Playing a bonus is real if:
• Read the terms and conditions carefully
• Choose the right games
• Do not violate limits and rules
• And remember that the bonus is not a gift, but a tool with conditions

Use bonuses smartly and they can be a great start or a nice plus to your can.

See also: "Tactics of minimal risk," "How to distinguish fake casinos," "Frispins and their types."