This guide to online betting will help you open a betting account , understand the betting terminology and work out how to place your bets online. Many online bookmakers offer free bets for new customers.

If you are new to online betting, use our links from below to learn more about how to use the internet for betting and to understand the terms and phrases used.

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Why Should I Bet Online?

Betting online holds many advantages over placing your bet in a betting shop.
1. You can bet from the comfort of your own home, there is no need to make a journey to your nearest bookmakers.
2. It is both easy and secure to place bets online with betting shops that you recognise.
3. Free bets are available from a number of online bookmakers.
4. You can compare odds from 17 UK bookmakers and betting exchanges to find the best odds on your selection.
5. Special promotions are available from online bookmakers. e.g each way bets may include an extra place, paying out if your horse finishes in the first five places rather than normal first four places.