Knowledge Base
Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the terminology used across UGRADO.
- AML
- Laws and procedures that stop criminals from using gambling sites to hide illegal money.
- Asian Handicap
- A type of sports bet that gives a virtual advantage or disadvantage to a team, used to balance uneven matchups.
- Bankroll
- The total amount of money you have set aside for gambling.
- Bonus Abuse
- The practice of exploiting promotional offers in ways that violate the casino’s terms, which can lead to account closure.
- Cashout
- The act of withdrawing your funds from the casino account to your chosen payment method.
- Free Spins
- A set number of slot game rounds you can use without wagering your own money.
- House Edge
- The built-in advantage the casino has in any game, expressed as a percentage of each bet.
- KYC
- The process where the casino verifies your identity, usually by asking for documents, to prevent fraud and comply with regulations.
- License
- A regulatory permit that shows a casino is legally allowed to operate, usually issued by a recognized authority.
- Live Casino
- A streamed version of table games such as blackjack or roulette where a real dealer runs the game in real time.
- Loyalty Program
- A rewards system that gives you points for every bet, which can be exchanged for bonuses or perks.
- Maximum Bet
- The highest amount you are allowed to wager on a single game round, often set to limit bonus abuse.
- Minimum Deposit
- The smallest amount of money you must add to your account to claim a bonus or start playing.
- No Deposit Bonus
- A promotion that gives you free credit or spins just for signing up, without needing to deposit money.
- Payment Method
- The way you fund your account or withdraw winnings, such as a bank transfer, e-wallet, or credit card.
- Progressive Jackpot
- A prize pool that grows each time the game is played and can be won randomly or through a specific combination.
- Responsible Gambling
- A set of practices and resources designed to keep gambling safe and prevent addiction.
- RNG
- The software that ensures the outcome of each game round is random and fair.
- RTP
- The percentage of total wagers a game returns to players over time.
- Self-Exclusion
- A tool that lets you temporarily or permanently block your own account to help control gambling.
- Stake
- The amount of money you bet on a single game round or bet.
- VIP Program
- An exclusive tier for high-spending players that offers personal account managers, higher limits, and special promotions.
- Volatility
- A measure of how often and how much a slot game pays out; high volatility means bigger but less frequent wins.
- Wagering Requirement
- The number of times you must bet the bonus amount before you can withdraw any winnings.
- Welcome Bonus
- A promotion offered to new players that matches your first deposit, usually up to a certain amount.