Bonus Terms Explained
Confused by bonus jargon? Here's a plain-English guide to the most important terms every jl98 player should know before claiming any promotion.
Wagering Requirement / Rollover
This is the number of times you must bet your bonus amount before you can withdraw the bonus-derived winnings. A x10 rollover on a PHP 1,000 bonus means you must place a total of PHP 10,000 in bets before cashing out. x15 = PHP 15,000 in total bets, x20 = PHP 20,000. Lower is always better for you as a player.
Example: You claim a PHP 500 welcome bonus with x12 rollover. You must wager PHP 500 × 12 = PHP 6,000 total before withdrawal is unlocked.
Maximum Bet During Bonus
Most casinos set a maximum bet limit while you have an active bonus. This is typically between PHP 250 and PHP 500 per round. Placing bets above this limit while using bonus funds can void your bonus and any winnings from it — so always respect the cap.
Example: Bonus max bet is PHP 300. If you spin a slot at PHP 500 per round while using bonus funds, the bonus is voided.
Game Contribution Rate
Not all games count equally toward wagering requirements. Slot games typically contribute 100% — meaning PHP 100 bet on a slot counts as PHP 100 toward your rollover. Table games like baccarat or roulette usually contribute only 10–20%, making them less efficient for clearing bonuses.
Example: PHP 100 bet on a slot = PHP 100 cleared. PHP 100 on baccarat (10% contribution) = only PHP 10 cleared.
Bonus Expiry
Every bonus has an expiry window — commonly 7, 14, or 30 days from the date it's credited. If you don't complete the wagering requirement within this period, the bonus and any associated winnings are forfeited automatically. Mark your calendar once you claim a bonus.
Example: A 7-day bonus credited on June 1 expires on June 8 at midnight. Uncompleted wagering means the bonus disappears.
Sticky vs. Non-Sticky Bonus
A sticky bonus (also called a "locked" or "phantom" bonus) stays in your bonus balance and cannot itself be withdrawn — only the winnings generated from it can be cashed out. A non-sticky bonus is deducted from your balance at withdrawal, but the full winnings remain yours. Non-sticky bonuses are generally more player-friendly.
Example (sticky): Win PHP 2,000 from a sticky PHP 500 bonus. You can withdraw PHP 1,500 (winnings only), not the original PHP 500 bonus.
Maximum Cash-Out (Bonus Withdrawal Cap)
Some bonuses cap how much you can withdraw from bonus-derived winnings. For example, a "max cash-out of 5x bonus" on a PHP 500 bonus limits your bonus winnings withdrawal to PHP 2,500, regardless of how much you actually won. Always check for this limit — it can significantly affect your expected value.
Example: You win PHP 10,000 from a PHP 500 bonus with a 5x cap. Maximum you can withdraw from that win = PHP 2,500.
Practical advice: Always read the full Terms & Conditions before claiming any bonus at jl98 or any other online casino. A few minutes of reading can save you from surprises when it's time to withdraw.
