Knowledge Base

Glossary

Plain-English definitions for the terminology used across BetCity666.

AML (Anti-Money Laundering): AML (Anti-Money Laundering) – policies and checks designed to prevent the platform from being used to hide illegal money flows.
Bankroll Management: Bankroll Management – the practice of setting spending limits, tracking wins and losses, and deciding how much to wager to keep play sustainable.
Bonus Code: Bonus Code – a short alphabetic or numeric string entered during deposit or registration to unlock a specific promotion.
Cash Out: Cash Out – a feature that lets you settle a bet before the event finishes, locking in a profit or limiting a loss.
Deposit Match Bonus: Deposit Match Bonus – a bonus equal to a percentage of your deposit, added to your account balance, often with wagering conditions.
Free Spins: Free Spins – a set number of slot rounds you can use without placing a bet, with any wins usually subject to wagering rules.
Game Weighting: Game Weighting – the percentage of each bet that counts toward meeting wagering requirements, which varies by game type.
House Edge: House Edge – the mathematical advantage the casino holds over players in any given game, expressed as a percentage of each bet.
In-Play Betting: In-Play Betting – placing bets on events while they are already happening, with odds that update as the action unfolds.
KYC (Know Your Customer): KYC (Know Your Customer) – the process of verifying your identity with documents such as ID or proof of address to ensure safe and legal play.
Live Dealer: Live Dealer – a real person who streams card or table games in real time, allowing you to interact via chat while playing.
Loyalty Points: Loyalty Points – points earned each time you place a bet, which can later be exchanged for bonuses, free plays, or other rewards.
Minimum Deposit: Minimum Deposit – the smallest amount of money you must add to your account to activate a bonus or start playing.
No Deposit Bonus: No Deposit Bonus – a small amount of bonus funds or free spins given just for signing up, letting you try games without spending your own money.
Odds Format: Odds Format – the way odds are displayed, such as decimal (e.g., 2.50), fractional (e.g., 3/2), or moneyline (e.g., +150), affecting how potential payouts are calculated.
Over/Under: Over/Under – a bet on whether a specific statistic (like total goals) will be above or below a number set by the sportsbook.
Parlay: Parlay – a single bet that links two or more selections; all must win for the parlay to pay out, increasing the potential reward.
Progressive Jackpot: Progressive Jackpot – a prize pool that grows each time the game is played and is awarded when a specific, often rare, combination occurs.
Reality Check: Reality Check – a reminder that appears on screen at intervals you choose, showing how long you have been playing and encouraging you to take a break.
RNG (Random Number Generator): RNG (Random Number Generator) – the software that guarantees the outcome of each game round is random and fair.
RTP (Return to Player): RTP (Return to Player) – the percentage of total bets a game returns to players over time.
Self-Exclusion: Self-Exclusion – a tool that lets you temporarily or permanently block your own account, preventing access to games and promotions.
VIP Program: VIP Program – a tiered club offering bigger bonuses, faster withdrawals, personal account managers, and exclusive events to frequent players.
Volatility: Volatility – a measure of how often and how much a slot game pays out; high volatility means bigger but less frequent wins.
Wagering Requirement: Wagering Requirement – the total amount of money you must bet before any bonus winnings can be withdrawn.