I’ve found that the best approach is to be selective about which bonuses you take. Here’s my personal checklist:

✅ Wagering requirement under 35x
✅ Reasonable time frame (at least 14 days)
✅ No game restrictions (or at least allows table games)
✅ No maximum cashout limits
✅ Clear terms about how bets are deducted (real money first or bonus first)

If a bonus doesn’t meet these criteria, I just deposit without it. Remember, no bonus is better than a bad bonus that locks your funds!