Key takeaways
- Six steps.
- House edges at a glance.
- Five offers.
- Rules worth remembering.
The six steps
| Step | Do this | Watch for |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Choose a casino | Check the licence; pick one casino | Sites with no account number |
| 2. Sign up and verify | Real details; verify at once | Typos in name or address |
| 3. Make a first deposit | Debit card; qualifying amount; one payment | E-wallet exclusions; credit cards |
| 4. Take or decline the welcome offer | Read four lines; or decline | Opt-ins and deadlines |
| 5. Play your first game | Simple game; minimum stake | High-volatility slots |
| 6. Withdraw your winnings | To your deposit method | An unfinished bonus |
What games cost
| Game | House edge | £100 staked costs |
|---|---|---|
| Blackjack, played well | About 0.5% | About 50p |
| Baccarat, banker | 1.06% | £1.06 |
| Craps, pass line | 1.41% | £1.41 |
| European roulette | 2.70% | £2.70 |
| Slots | About 4% | About £4 |
| American roulette | 5.26% | £5.26 |
Five welcome offers
| Casino | Offer | Needs | Wagering | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PlayOJO | 80 free spins, no wagering | £10 | None | See offer terms |
| Coral | Bet £10 on slots, get 100 free spins | £10 | None | 48 hours to accept, then 7 days |
| Ladbrokes | Play £10 on slots, get up to 500 free spins | £10 | None | Claim daily for 10 days; each batch valid 7 days |
| Casumo | 50% bonus up to £100 | £20 | 10x bonus | 7 days to complete wagering |
| 10bet | 100% bonus up to £25 | £10 (check at sign-up) | 10x bonus | 3 days to complete wagering |
Rules worth remembering
| Rule | Figure |
|---|---|
| Maximum slot stake | £5; £2 for ages 18 to 24 |
| Maximum bonus wagering | 10x |
| Minimum spin time | 2.5 seconds |
| Credit cards | Banned |
| Minimum age | 18 |
Numbers to keep
- Stake: your budget divided by 200.
- Blackjack: stand on 17, never take insurance.
- Roulette: one zero, not two.
- Baccarat: banker, never tie.
- Helpline: 0808 8020 133.
Offer terms were read from each casino's published conditions and dated 5 October 2026. Game rules and house edges are standard published figures. Casino details other than offers come from independent reviews; we have not opened real-money accounts. How we check. 18+. Free help: 0808 8020 133 or safer gambling.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a quick guide to online casinos?
This page: six steps, costs, offers and rules.
What is the cheapest casino game?
Blackjack played well.
What is the maximum slot stake?
£5 a spin.
What is the wagering limit?
10x.