Playing at an online casino for the first time, no matter how exciting, might turn out to be also quite overwhelming. There are hundreds of games to choose from, you have to decide how you want to deposit, you have to decide whether or not to claim the bonus that the casino is offering. And you were probably just expected to sign up and start playing right away. Oh, well, it rarely works that way. This is why it’s good to be well prepared and know how things really work at an online casino. Just follow this simple rules of thumb that I’ll lay out for you below and in the next article and you’ll be fine!
Choose a Legal Casino
I cannot stress enough how important is to make sure that the casino that you’re about to play at is legal. And by legal I mean licensed and regulated by a gambling authority which is approved by the country you’re residing in. If that country happens to be the UK, then the only such authority is the United Kingdom Gambling Commission. If you’re residing somewhere else in Europe, chances are that any casino licensed by the Lottery and Gaming Authority of Malta or the Gibraltar Gambling Authority will be considered legal in your country. In Italy, on the other hand, only casinos licensed by the local gambling authority AAMS are legal for Italian users and so on. Just make sure you know what the current laws in your country state so that you know what to be looking for and know your rights better.
Check the Terms of the Site
It’s always good to know the terms of use of any site before using it. The same is true for online casinos. It’s good to know that you are allowed to have only one account per household, that you have to provide your true personal details (otherwise there’s no chance in hell you’ll receive your winnings) and you have to know that the casino will require you to verify your account by sending a copy of an identification document the first time you withdraw. Furthermore, it’s especially important to know the terms and conditions of the bonuses you’re claiming, but we’ll talk more about that in the next paragraph.
Picking the Right Bonuses and Promotions
There are so many casino bonus offers online that it’s pretty much a really daunting task to pick one. Of course, when you know what to be looking for then the process becomes quite easier. And you can learn all about that in the terms of the bonus offer. First of all, it’s important to know how much you have to deposit in order to get the bonus. Usually the minimum deposit requirement is set at £10 but there are promotions where that number is set higher or lower. Then, you should also check what’s the wagering requirement – how many times do you have to play through the bonus amount so that you can withdraw your winnings. Then, it’s also good to know which games are eligible and how much they contribute toward the wagering requirement. Knowing these details will surely give you an edge and help you get the best out of the bonus cash you receive.
…To be Continued…