Free spins at Spinwiz, without the gloss
Free spins are the most visible promotion in online casinos, and the easiest to misread. A pack of spins looks generous, but its value depends on three numbers that rarely appear in the banner: the stake each spin is played at, what happens to the winnings, and how long you have to use them. This page explains those numbers in general terms. It does not list current Spinwiz spin offers, which vary by promotion, country and account, so always open the terms of the specific offer.
Where promotional spins come from
Spins usually arrive in one of four ways: as part of a welcome package, attached to a deposit as a reload, as a reward in a loyalty or VIP programme, or occasionally without a deposit after registration. Whatever the source, they are tied to specific slots and to a fixed spin value set by the operator. You do not choose the stake, and the spins only work in the named game.
Reading a free spins offer
| Term | What it tells you |
|---|---|
| Spin value | The stake per spin; multiply by the number of spins to see the real size of the offer |
| Eligible slots | Which game or games the spins run on |
| Winnings format | Cash or bonus money, and if bonus, the wagering multiplier |
| Cap | The maximum amount spin winnings can turn into |
| Deadlines | When the spins expire and when the wagering on their winnings must be finished |
A large number of spins at a very small value can be worth less than a handful at a normal stake. And winnings converted into bonus money still have to pass through the wagering requirement before they can be withdrawn.
Promo spins versus free spins inside a game
Many slots have their own free spins feature, triggered by scatter symbols during ordinary play. Those are part of the game's design and are described in its paytable. Promotional spins are a different thing: a casino bonus with casino terms. Keeping the two apart helps when you read a game's info panel and when you read a promotion. If you want to understand how a slot's internal features work before playing, the information button inside the game is the place to start, and our games guide explains what to look for.
Keeping spins inside your plan
Free spins are small and frequent, which makes them effective at pulling players back for "just a few spins". A few habits keep them in their place. Use spins only in a session you had already planned, with the time limit you had already set. Do not deposit to unlock a spin pack if the deposit is above your budget. Let spins expire if the deadline arrives on a day you did not want to play. And when spin winnings land as bonus money, decide in advance whether you will play through the wagering or simply forfeit it; both are legitimate choices. Our responsible gambling guide covers session and deposit limits.