What is No-deposit bonus?
A no-deposit bonus is a small promotional credit or set of free spins given to a new customer on registration, without requiring them to deposit money first.
Typical amounts are small, such as £5 or 10 free spins. Winnings are usually capped, for example at £50 or £100, and subject to wagering requirements and identity checks before withdrawal. Many operators also require a deposit before any withdrawal can be processed.
Because they attract users who do not intend to deposit, and because they are vulnerable to abuse through multiple accounts, no-deposit offers have become less common in tightly regulated markets.
For readers, the main point is that a no-deposit bonus is a marketing tool with restrictive conditions, not free money. Many operators restrict no-deposit offers to selected low-stake games, set short expiry periods and prohibit their use alongside other promotions. Because a single person could otherwise claim many offers, operators usually limit them to one per household or device. They remain a common tool for unlicensed and offshore sites.