How a non-sticky bonus works
Your deposit goes into a cash balance and the bonus into a separate bonus balance. Bets use the cash first. If you win with it, you can withdraw and forfeit the bonus. If you lose the cash, the bonus balance starts and its wagering applies.
How a sticky bonus works
Deposit and bonus form one balance and the wagering applies to both. When you withdraw, the bonus amount is deducted from the balance. Only the winnings above it are yours.
Example: deposit RWF 20,000 and get RWF 20,000 sticky bonus. You finish the wagering with RWF 50,000. At withdrawal the RWF 20,000 bonus is removed and you receive RWF 30,000.
Side by side
| Non-sticky | Sticky | |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit kept separate | Yes | No |
| Withdraw an early win | Yes, bonus forfeited | Only after wagering |
| Bonus amount withdrawable | Yes, once wagered | No, removed at cash-out |
| Best for | Most players | Long sessions with a large budget |
Variants you may meet
- Phantom bonuses: another name for sticky bonuses.
- Cashable bonuses: the bonus becomes cash after wagering, the same as non-sticky.
- Bonus spins whose winnings are sticky: the spin winnings help you play but disappear at withdrawal.
The bonus terms rarely use the words sticky or non-sticky. Look for phrases such as 'bonus funds are not withdrawable' or 'real money is wagered first'. Our guide to terms and conditions shows where to find them.