Glossary

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Welcome Bonus

Most, if not all, online casinos offer a welcome bonus to new players, this is used to attract new customers, while at the same time increasing their chances of winning on the first try. The welcome bonus often also includes free games (free spins), and it is not uncommon for casinos to offer welcome bonuses on the first four deposits.

Online Casino

A website or platform that provides the opportunity to play gambling games over the internet.

B
Bet

The amount of money that a player places on a certain outcome of a gambling game in the hope of winning

Bankroll

The total amount of money that a player is willing to spend on gambling games

Baccarat

A card game in which players place bets on the outcome of the game by comparing card values.

Blackjack

A card game where the goal is to have cards totaling as close to 21 as possible without exceeding it.

Bonuses

Additional rewards and incentives that casinos offer to players, such as free spins or cash bonuses.

C
Cashback

Refund of part of the lost money to the player as a bonus or compensation

Customer Support

A department or service that provides assistance and support to players in resolving issues and problems related to casino gaming.

Casino Currency

Virtual currency used in online casinos for placing bets and payouts.

J
Jackpot

A large prize or winning in a gambling game, often progressive, increasing as players place bets.

L
Live Casino

An online platform that broadcasts games with real dealers in real-time, allowing players to experience the atmosphere of a real casino.

P
VIP Program

A casino loyalty program offering additional privileges and rewards for regular and high-stakes players.

Progressive Jackpot

A jackpot that grows with each bet until it is won.

R
Roulette

A classic gambling game with a round table and a spinning wheel with numbers and sectors for betting.

Rake

The commission taken by the casino from each bet in poker or other card games.

Return to Player (RTP)

The percentage of funds that a player can expect to get back in the long run from playing a specific game.

Registration

The process of creating a player account at an online casino to access games and features.

S
Scatter

A symbol in slots used to trigger a feature, bonus, or free game. The player usually needs at least 3 to call the function. Perhaps these are the most expected and desired symbols

Sticky Wild

a kind of Wild that stays on the reel during several spins.

Slots

Popular gambling games with spinning reels and symbols, where players bet on winning combinations.

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Video Poker

A computerized version of poker where players form specific card combinations for winning.

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Wagering

The total amount of bets a player must make to withdraw bonus funds from their gaming account.