These funds are real money, but come with some strings attached.
Once this is done, and assuming the online casino offers a no-deposit bonus, the player can opt to take advantage of the promotion and have a certain dollar amount (typically $10-$25) credited to the account. This process generally involves entering basic information such as first and last name, a valid email address (this is needed to verify the account), physical address, and in some cases payment-option information (such as virtual wallet, debit or credit card). All no-deposit bonuses require the new player to register an account with the website in question.