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Guide · Bonuses Updated 27 Oct 2026

Why your new casino bonus is not working

Most bonus problems come from one of a handful of terms: a code entered too late, a deposit below the minimum, a payment method the offer excludes, a bet above the maximum or a game that does not count.

Each has a fix, and the earlier you contact support the better the chance it can be put right.

By Chloe O'Sullivan | Bonuses

Problems and fixes

ProblemWhat you seeFix
Code not recognisedCode rejected at depositCopy and paste the code; check it has not expired
Deposit below minimumNo bonus creditedCheck the minimum; ask support whether a top-up counts
Payment method excludedNo bonus after an e-wallet depositUse a debit card or Trustly for bonus deposits
Free spins missingNo spins in the accountOpen the named slot; spins often appear there
Wagering not movingProgress stuckCheck the weighting; tables and live games may count 0%
Bonus voidedBonus removed after a big winCheck the max bet rule; ask support to review
Bonus expiredPromotion endedAsk support; some reinstate within a day

A short checklist before you opt in

  1. Read the offer's own terms, not just the banner.
  2. Note the minimum deposit, the excluded payment methods and the maximum bet.
  3. Check which games count and at what rate.
  4. Note the time limit and set a reminder.
  5. Set a deposit limit before you start.

If the casino will not help

Ask for the decision and the term it relies on in writing. At a UK-licensed casino, if the complaint is not resolved within eight weeks, you can take it to the independent dispute service named in its terms, free of charge.

Questions

Bonus problems: questions

Why haven't my free spins appeared?

They often show up only when you open the named slot. If not, contact support with the time of your deposit.

Can I cancel a bonus?

Usually yes, in the cashier or the bonus section. Cancelling forfeits the bonus and anything won with it.

Do table games count towards wagering?

Often at 10% to 20%, sometimes not at all. The terms list the rates.

Why was my account flagged for multiple accounts?

Casinos link accounts by address, device and payment method. One account per person and usually one bonus per household.

Responsible gaming

Play only if you are 18+ and it stays fun

These rules apply on every page of this site. A young casino has less history to judge it by, so the limits matter more.

18+ only

Adults only, everywhere

You must be 18 or older. A licensed casino must check your age and identity before you can deposit or play, so have your ID ready when you register.

Responsible gaming
New brands

Start small with an unknown casino

Deposit an amount you would accept losing to a failed withdrawal, and request a small cash-out early to see how the casino handles it.

How we review new casinos
Limits

Set limits before the welcome offer

Bonus wagering keeps you playing longer. Set a deposit limit and a time limit in the account before you claim.

Set your limits
Help

Free, confidential support

If playing stops being fun, talk to someone. Gambling Therapy offers free support in many languages.

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