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How Will Welcome Bonuses Work at Online Sportsbooks in Kentucky?

by Mark Strotman | Gambling-websites.net
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Published Aug 17 2025, 11:00AM EDT
How Will Welcome Bonuses Work at Online Sportsbooks in Kentucky?

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It will be just in time for Week 4 of the NFL season and the start of conference play across college football when Kentucky sports betting apps launch Sept. 28. It’s great news for bettors, who will have hundreds of different betting options available to them each time they log into their accounts.

The launch of online sports betting also means Bluegrass State bettors will be able to use, once online sports betting goes live, the various Kentucky sportsbook promos made available when registering for new accounts.

These sportsbook promo codes will always be free to earn and are beneficial to players who use them in case their opening wager settles as a loss. In addition to gaining unlimited access to the operator of your choosing, you’ll receive a welcome bonus that increases potential payouts on the first wagers you make.

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How Bettors Will Use Sportsbook Promo Codes During Account Registration

When registering to create an account with any of the best online sportsbooks in the state, you’ll want to use the specific sportsbook promo code attached to the operator you’ve chosen. This typically involves entering an actual code — but can sometimes requires simply clicking on an appropriate link — to activate the offer.

The best and most reliable sports betting apps make it simple for players to earn these offers, so you’ll always know what’s available to you. These bonuses range from first-bet insurance (meaning you get bonus bets back if your first wager loses), guaranteed bonus bets that go into your account regardless of your first bet’s outcome, or deposit matches that double your dough in the form of bonus bets after making your first deposit.

Playing through your bonus typically requires bettors to make a single wager to unlock the offer, and you’ll want to read the fine print of each operator’s welcome deal to make sure you’re maximizing its potential. Most bettors will want to go as big as their bankroll will allow since these are one-time offers.

Example of Welcome Offers Available to Kentucky Sports Bettors

When Sept. 28, rolls around, players will have different options to pick from among the various operators that go live. One great option is the Caesars Sportsbook Kentucky promo code USATODAYFULL, which will likely unlock first-bet insurance up to $1,250 on your first wager. If you lose, you’re insured — meaning you’ll receive a single matching bonus bet back. This specific offer also unlocks 1,000 Tier Credits and 1,000 Rewards Credits to jump-start your rewards program that can earn you even more perks.

The BetMGM Kentucky bonus code USATODAY will likely provide new players with a first-bet offer up to $1,000. You’ll either earn cash profit on your very first wager or receive matching bonus bets equal to the amount you wagered with a loss. If your first bet is a loss, you’ll get five bonus bets back, each worth 20% of the wager amount, up to $1,000, for bets of at least $50. For losing first wagers of less than $50, you’ll get a single matching bonus bet back.

However you decide you want to wager, you will be able to find a welcome offer from a reliable and reputable online sportsbook operator that suits your needs and maximize the enjoyment of your betting experience.

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Mark Strotman is a veteran sports journalist who has covered the Chicago Bulls and the NBA since 2012 for NBC Sports Chicago. His work has been featured on ESPN.com, FoxSports.com, The Chicago Tribune and Yahoo Sports among other publications. He graduated from Marquette University, where he covered the men's basketball team for three seasons, in 2012.