Glossary

  • Back Bet

    A bet placed on an event to happen, usually placed with a bookmaker.

  • Bookmaker

    A company or individual that accepts bets on various events, typically sporting events, and pays out winnings based on the odds set for those events.

  • Exchange

    A platform where you can bet against an outcome occuring.

  • Free Bet

    A promotional offer from a bookmaker, allowing you to place a bet without risking your own money.

  • Lay Bet

    A bet placed against an event happening, typically placed on a betting exchange.

  • Liability

    The amount of money you need in your betting exchange to cover a lay bet.

  • Matched Betting

    A low-risk strategy to make money from bookmaker promotions by using free bets.

  • Odds

    The probability of an event occurring, expressed as a number that determines your potential return.

  • Profit Tracker

    A tool used to track earnings and losses from matched betting activities.

  • Qualifying Bet

    A bet placed to unlock a free bet offer, often at a slight cost.