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Part 2 - How to register and fund your account

Some online bingo sites will offer their games in a 'download' format, whilst others will play in either 'Flash' or 'Java', meaning that no download is required. The download games mean that you have to download the software onto your machine before you can play. This means that the game is available to you any time you wish to play, without the need to visit the game site.

Before you play at a new bingo site you will be required to register your personal details. It is always a good idea to read the Terms and Conditions (Ts & Cs) first. These will generally be fairly standard and you will soon become familiar with the reqirements. However, what should be checked each time are the wagering requirements the site enforces relating to any bonus offers that they have in place. Some are fairly straightforward and not difficult to achieve, but others are quite onerous and give the feeling you may never achieve the level where you might be able to withdraw winnings. Some sites give players the option of opting out of receiving bingo bonus and this should be considered in some cases.

Registration is free and simple and usually consists of supplying your name, address and email details. Sites will also ask you to select an 'alias' or 'username' and to chose a password. As soon as you register these details will normally be mailed to you, so that you don't forget them next time to log in to play! Your registration details are kept confidential by the bingo game owner.

After registering, you can fund your account immediately. And once you have done that, you will be able to commence playing.

Different online bingo games will accept payments from different sources. Most sites will accept some (or all) of the following 'regular' payment methods; credit cards, Switch, Solo, Delta, Electron, Maestro, Western Union, cheque and wire. Most sites will also accept some (or all) of the following 'online' payment methods; Neteller, Firepay, Prepaid ATM, Citadel, Central Coin, On Demand Funds, Instacash, NoChex, 900Pay, Nexum.

Some sites will enforce a weekly or monthly deposit limit. Approved deposits will be automatically credited to your account so you can begin playing immediately.