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What are free spins?
Free spins means two different things. A free spins bonus is a casino offer that gives you a set number of spins on a named slot without paying for them, usually at a fixed bet. Free spins are also a slot feature: a bonus round you trigger in the game, often by landing three or more scatter symbols.
By Johnessy · Updated · Figures live from 16,352 recorded bonus opens
Key facts
- Casino free spins have a fixed value per spin (often 10p or 20c) and usually work on one or a few named slots.
- Winnings from casino free spins are often paid as bonus money with a wagering requirement.
- Wager-free spins pay winnings as cash, but are rarer and usually fewer.
- In-game free spins are part of the slot itself and their value comes from your own bet.
- Free spins often expire within days of being credited.
Terms to check on a free spins offer
Check the value of each spin, which games they work on, how long you have to use them, whether winnings carry a wagering requirement, and whether there is a cap on what you can withdraw from them. Twenty spins at 10p are worth £2 of play, so the terms on the winnings matter more than the headline number.
Free spins on this site
Many of the 28 featured casinos here include free spins in their welcome offers. Each casino page lists the offer and its key terms; always confirm the current terms on the casino's own site.
Frequently asked questions
- Are free spins really free?
- You do not pay for the spins themselves, but most casino free spins come with a deposit requirement or wagering on the winnings. Read the terms.
- Can you win real money with free spins?
- Yes, but winnings are usually credited as bonus money that you must wager before withdrawing, unless the spins are wager-free.
- How do you trigger free spins in a slot?
- Usually by landing three or more scatter symbols in one spin. Each slot's paytable explains its trigger.
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