As a new player, you can refuse a welcome bonus, but this is not easy at every casino. Often the bonus is automatically added to your account after your first deposit, even if you dont want it.In order to prevent such situations, several online casinos use an activation or bonus code.This code is unique and needs to be entered in order to activate the welcome bonus. If you dont do this, you wont get the welcome bonus. This prevents you from being forced to use the welcome bonus.If an online casino does not use a bonus code, then prior to making your first deposit it is best to contact the online casinos customer service. They will make sure that by asking for your account information, that the welcome bonus will not be added.