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Guide · Bonuses Updated 27 Oct 2026

Sticky and Non-Sticky Bonuses at New Casinos

A sticky bonus can never be withdrawn: it is removed from your balance when you cash out. A non-sticky bonus keeps your deposit separate, so you play with your own money first and can walk away with a win before the bonus is ever touched.

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How a sticky bonus works

The bonus and your deposit go into one balance. You must finish the wagering before you can withdraw, and when you do, the bonus amount is taken off the total.

Example: you deposit ₱5,000 and get a ₱5,000 sticky bonus. You finish the wagering with ₱18,000. You can withdraw ₱13,000; the ₱5,000 bonus stays with the casino.

How a non-sticky bonus works

Your deposit sits in a cash balance and the bonus in a separate one. You play with the cash first. If you win early you can withdraw and give up the bonus; only if the cash runs out do you move on to bonus money, with wagering on it.

Example: you deposit ₱5,000 with a ₱5,000 non-sticky bonus and turn the deposit into ₱12,000 on your first slot session. You can cash out ₱12,000 and forfeit the bonus, with no wagering at all.

Side by side

StickyNon-sticky
Withdraw an early winNo, wagering firstYes, bonus forfeited
Bonus at cashoutRemovedPaid out once wagered
Wagering applies toWhole balanceBonus balance only
Value for the playerLowerHigher

Other names in the terms

  • Phantom bonus: another name for sticky; it disappears at withdrawal.
  • Parachute or hybrid bonus: the casino's name for non-sticky.
  • Time-limited bonus: either type, forfeited if the wagering is not done before the expiry date.

The terms rarely use the words sticky or non-sticky. Look for the order in which balances are used and whether the bonus amount is deducted at withdrawal. Our terms and conditions guide shows where to find them.

Questions

Sticky bonuses: questions

What is a sticky bonus?

A bonus that can be played with but never withdrawn. It is deducted from your balance when you cash out.

What is a non-sticky bonus?

A bonus held apart from your deposit. You play your own money first and can withdraw a win from it before the bonus comes into play.

Which is better?

Non-sticky, because an early win can be cashed out without any wagering.

Can a sticky bonus be turned into a non-sticky one?

No. The type is fixed in the offer's terms.

Where do I find out which type I am getting?

In the bonus terms: look for how balances are used and whether the bonus is deducted at withdrawal. If it is unclear, ask support and keep the answer.

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