Different Types of Bingo Bonuses

Why should I care about bonuses?

If you’re just venturing into the world of online bingo, or even if you’re a seasoned player who’s just wondering if you’re getting the best value for your money, online bingo bonuses offer amazing benefits to both new and existing players at the various sites on offer across the internet.

The reason you should care about these offers is because they allow you to try out lots of different games at a particular site, without having to risk your own cash, plus you can enjoy playing plenty of extra games for free, giving you more chances to win.

What are the different types I should look out for?

As with online casinos, bingo sites offer several different types of bonuses. The main ones you need to know about are listed below:

No-deposit

This type of bonus is not offered by every single site, and they’re actually very special, so keep your eyes peeled for them. This involves the site giving you completely free money to use, without you normally having to register, and certainly without having to deposit any of your own cash. Some sites may require you to enter your credit card details in order to claim, but this is a fairly standard procedure, and you needn’t worry about them taking money without your authorisation. You’ll normally receive your bonus within 24 hours of registering, and the amount is normally worth between £1 and £20. As there are no strings attached, these offers are usually extremely popular. However, you cannot withdraw this type of bonus from your account, and normally, any winnings you make whilst using your free cash can only be withdrawn if you go onto make a deposit at the site.

First-deposit

This rewards you with a percentage of free money on the value of your first deposit. For example, a 100% deposit bonus will give you £10 when you first fund your account with £10, and £50 if you deposit £50. There’s usually a maximum limit on the amount of free cash you can claim. This is a standard type of bonus that is offered by nearly every online bingo site, and is usually added automatically to your account as soon as you’ve transferred your money in. However, some sites do require you to play-through some of your deposit before giving you your bonus, so make sure to check the terms and conditions before signing up.

Re-deposits

Many bingo sites offer incentives for making subsequent deposits – consider it a form of loyalty reward if you like. Sometimes these are also referred to as re-load bonuses, but both work in the same way. Whenever you make a further deposit to your online account, you receive some form of extra money. For example, a 50% bonus when you place £20 in your account will give you an extra £10 free, giving you £30 to play with. Other bingo brands may not offer this type of bonus as standard, but rather choose to do so from time-to-time via special offers and promotions. The value can range from 50% through to 200%, so shop around before you decide on any one site.

Refer a Friend

Another way to make money is via Refer a Friend schemes. Many sites offer these, and usually, you will be rewarded with a set amount of money when a friend who uses your referral link signs up with your site of choice, and goes on to make their first deposit. Sometimes, your friend will also receive a reward and, of course, they can benefit from inviting their own friends to sign up too. Frequently, there’s no limit on the amount of friends you can refer, so during your lifetime at the site, there’s the potential to make a considerable amount of money by encouraging your friends to get on-board.

What next?

Now that you know about the different types of online bingo bonuses to look for, it’s time to start narrowing down your options and register at your chosen site/sites. Whilst we can’t tell you exactly which site is best for your needs, we do advise you to always check the full terms and conditions of each offer, in order to avoid any nasty surprises. Compare the values of the different bonuses on offer at each of your short-listed sites, and ensure you weigh-up the pros and cons of each, as well as considering which one offers the types of games you like, reasonable withdrawal periods, chat functionality, etc. before making your final decision.