Free spins
Plain-language definition for casino players.
Free spins are casino-credited slot rounds at a fixed bet value (usually $0.10-$0.50 per spin) on a specific slot title. Common formats: 20 free spins on Starburst, 50 free spins on Big Bass Bonanza, etc. Winnings from free spins typically come as bonus money subject to wagering — they are not direct cash.
Two distinctions matter. Wager-free free spins (rare, premium-brand offering) convert winnings to direct cash with no wagering — these are genuinely valuable. Standard free spins (the norm) convert to bonus credit at the headline rate but with 35-50x wagering and a max-cash-out cap. Free spins are a slot-onboarding mechanic — their real value to a player depends almost entirely on the cash-out cap.