If you’ve ever played slots or placed bets at physical casinos before, the chances are you’ll already know that there are a few essential written and unwritten rules you should be following. Believe it or not, there are also plenty of etiquette rules to follow when you play online games!
Beyond the basic terms and conditions, there are some basic dos and don’ts you should always keep in mind before making deposits and playing with real money. I’ve lined up five essential dos and don’ts – don’t start playing for real until you’ve read and digested this list!
The dos
Do check out bonuses – and read the terms attached
You’ll be hard pushed to find a single online casino that doesn’t offer some form of promo or welcome bonus. For the most part, they are worth looking into. Some will offer you deposit boosts, for example, while others will give you free spins that you can use to explore a range of different slots.
However, you should always take the time to read the fine print of any deals. After all, when there’s real money at stake, you don’t want to end up on the wrong end of a deal that sees you out of pocket without realising it.
Yes, terms and conditions might not be the most riveting read, but you’ll need to make sure that you understand the bonus requirements so that you don’t end up disappointed.
Do set clear budgeting limits
I’ll cover responsible gambling in a bit more detail below, but this rule certainly needs highlighting. You should never go into any form of online gambling without having clear financial boundaries.
Even if you feel that you are in complete control of the money you spend on your games, there’s still a risk that you might end up going overbudget without realising it.
Therefore, try to set upper and lower limits when you start playing games for real cash. For example, go into a slot game knowing that you’ll come away if you spend and lose €5, or if you end up with a profit of €5.
Most slot games have money trackers embedded in them nowadays, meaning that it’s easy to see whether you are in plus or minus credit after spinning a few reels.
Do report problems to support staff
Sometimes, games and technology go awry. At Tonybet, we’re always on top of things that might fail or drop out occasionally – but we’re also pretty realistic. What we certainly depend on is eagle-eyed players who let us know if there’s anything amiss.
Just as you’d report any problems you notice in a physical casino to floor staff, you should always feel safe and confident talking to our team about any technical issues that arise. Sometimes, there are errors that we can fix for you in a matter of minutes.
If you’re worried about your gameplay or budgeting, again, you can speak to our team in complete confidence. Stick around for the responsible gambling section below for more details.
Do take breaks
Yes, for some people, playing casino games is a breaktime activity. However, you should also plan to take regular time-out sessions from slots and tables if you’ve been at them for a while.
This isn’t just from a spending perspective but also from one concerning mental health. It’s never healthy to chase wins or losses for hours on end. It’s also not physically healthy to spend hours at a time glued to a phone screen or a laptop – though millions of us have done it.
So, set yourself regular breaks away from playing games. They will still be there when you get back. And try not to let games overtake any time you spend away from work or other duties.
It’s healthy to escape into pastimes occasionally, but use some common sense and enjoy healthy hobbies when you can.
Do play a range of games
The games you play and the studios you prefer are, of course, down to preference. We’re not here to dictate what you should and shouldn’t play!
However, with a huge range of slots and table games at your disposal, you can feel free to dive in and explore as many different themes and styles of play as you like. In many cases, such as live games, you’ll be able to watch for free, so you can get a taste of what’s in store without having to make any real cash payments.
The Tonybet team is always on the lookout for new games and has firm partnerships with some of the biggest and best studios in the business. This means that you can always expect something fresh and interesting from our library.
If you have two or three favourite games that you prefer to stick to, then great! But remember, there’s nothing preventing you from going beyond your boundaries and exploring what’s out there!
The don’ts
Don’t charge into games
One of the worst things you can do when you start playing slots and casino games is to just throw money at them without taking the time to learn how they work! If you do this, you could end up losing money for nothing – it’s better to look into different slot and table features before you play for real.
That’s why in most cases, you’ll be able to check out slot game paytables for full details on how certain games work. Again, with live games, you can see what other players do so that you get a feel for how everything works.
Don’t assume that you’re due a win
Everyone hits losing streaks sometimes – it’s all about the laws of probability. However, there’s nothing to say that you are guaranteed a win, and with all of our games built around RNG (random number generation) technology, every spin and play is completely random. This helps us keep games fair!
Therefore, just because you’ve guessed that red will come up on roulette three times and it hasn’t doesn’t mean that it will definitely come up on the fourth. There are no magic or hidden patterns – it is legitimately all about luck.
Remember to set budgets and to walk away when the time is right. This can take some practice, so don’t worry if you struggle to begin with.
Don’t avoid mobile play
Mobile slot and casino games are bigger and brighter than ever before! Although handheld gaming has been a long time coming, the majority of people are now using their phones for everyday online activities – and this also goes for games.
So, don’t avoid playing online casino games on your phone out of fear that they will be lower quality. In fact, the best games developers that we work with make sure to produce slots and tables with mobile in mind as a priority!
Head over to Tonybet’s library of games from your favourite browser and you can get started with mobile play in a flash. We’re always taking on faster and more feature-packed slot games built for handheld play – so have your iPhone or Galaxy at the ready.
Don’t sign up and play if something doesn’t feel right
Trust your gut. If you register at an online casino that isn’t upfront with secure payments and doesn’t have any clear regulation notices or badges on its front page, then it’s probably not going to be safe to register and play at.
What’s more, if any of the terms you read or bonuses you sign up for don’t feel right or simply don’t align with what you want from a casino site, you don’t have to proceed!
Take a moment and don’t charge into registering and playing.
Don’t ignore user reviews
When looking for the best online casinos and games, you should always listen to what experienced users have to say. After all, they’ve been there and done it all!
It’s sometimes more reliable to listen to what players have to say before casino marketers. That said, many players will leave feedback only if they’ve had poor experiences – so make sure to take some reviews with a pinch of salt.
Again, trust your gut, and don’t just take one person’s word for whether or not a casino is worth playing at.
Responsible gambling
Responsible gambling is all about respecting your money, other players and, ultimately, yourself! Set clear limits on how much money you wager from session to session, and only use funds that you can afford to lose – for example, don’t use debit cards for accounts that you might not have enough money in!
Do also research the market carefully. Don’t just leap into the first online casino with the flashiest bonuses and biggest range of games. Look carefully at what the casino has to offer in terms of support and responsible gambling tools. Can it support you if you need help at any time?
At Tonybet, we want to support you as much as possible whenever you play games at our site. Therefore, if you want to exclude yourself from games, set limits, or even block your account when you feel that you’re spending too much, let us know and we will support you.
It is often hard to take control when you start to notice gambling habits – but remember, you’re not going through it alone, and we can help you regain control at any time.
Set your bet limits and play online with Tonybet!
