/** * HTTP API: WP_Http_Curl class * * @package WordPress * @subpackage HTTP * @since 4.4.0 */ /** * Core class used to integrate Curl as an HTTP transport. * * HTTP request method uses Curl extension to retrieve the url. * * Requires the Curl extension to be installed. * * @since 2.7.0 * @deprecated 6.4.0 Use WP_Http * @see WP_Http */ #[AllowDynamicProperties] class WP_Http_Curl { /** * Temporary header storage for during requests. * * @since 3.2.0 * @var string */ private $headers = ''; /** * Temporary body storage for during requests. * * @since 3.6.0 * @var string */ private $body = ''; /** * The maximum amount of data to receive from the remote server. * * @since 3.6.0 * @var int|false */ private $max_body_length = false; /** * The file resource used for streaming to file. * * @since 3.6.0 * @var resource|false */ private $stream_handle = false; /** * The total bytes written in the current request. * * @since 4.1.0 * @var int */ private $bytes_written_total = 0; /** * Send a HTTP request to a URI using cURL extension. * * @since 2.7.0 * * @param string $url The request URL. * @param string|array $args Optional. Override the defaults. * @return array|WP_Error Array containing 'headers', 'body', 'response', 'cookies', 'filename'. A WP_Error instance upon error */ public function request( $url, $args = array() ) { $defaults = array( 'method' => 'GET', 'timeout' => 5, 'redirection' => 5, 'httpversion' => '1.0', 'blocking' => true, 'headers' => array(), 'body' => null, 'cookies' => array(), 'decompress' => false, 'stream' => false, 'filename' => null, ); $parsed_args = wp_parse_args( $args, $defaults ); if ( isset( $parsed_args['headers']['User-Agent'] ) ) { $parsed_args['user-agent'] = $parsed_args['headers']['User-Agent']; unset( $parsed_args['headers']['User-Agent'] ); } elseif ( isset( $parsed_args['headers']['user-agent'] ) ) { $parsed_args['user-agent'] = $parsed_args['headers']['user-agent']; unset( $parsed_args['headers']['user-agent'] ); } // Construct Cookie: header if any cookies are set. WP_Http::buildCookieHeader( $parsed_args ); $handle = curl_init(); // cURL offers really easy proxy support. $proxy = new WP_HTTP_Proxy(); if ( $proxy->is_enabled() && $proxy->send_through_proxy( $url ) ) { curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_PROXYTYPE, CURLPROXY_HTTP ); curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_PROXY, $proxy->host() ); curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_PROXYPORT, $proxy->port() ); if ( $proxy->use_authentication() ) { curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_PROXYAUTH, CURLAUTH_ANY ); curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_PROXYUSERPWD, $proxy->authentication() ); } } $is_local = isset( $parsed_args['local'] ) && $parsed_args['local']; $ssl_verify = isset( $parsed_args['sslverify'] ) && $parsed_args['sslverify']; if ( $is_local ) { /** This filter is documented in wp-includes/class-wp-http-streams.php */ $ssl_verify = apply_filters( 'https_local_ssl_verify', $ssl_verify, $url ); } elseif ( ! $is_local ) { /** This filter is documented in wp-includes/class-wp-http.php */ $ssl_verify = apply_filters( 'https_ssl_verify', $ssl_verify, $url ); } /* * CURLOPT_TIMEOUT and CURLOPT_CONNECTTIMEOUT expect integers. Have to use ceil since. * a value of 0 will allow an unlimited timeout. */ $timeout = (int) ceil( $parsed_args['timeout'] ); curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_CONNECTTIMEOUT, $timeout ); curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_TIMEOUT, $timeout ); curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_URL, $url ); curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER, true ); curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_SSL_VERIFYHOST, ( true === $ssl_verify ) ? 2 : false ); curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_SSL_VERIFYPEER, $ssl_verify ); if ( $ssl_verify ) { curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_CAINFO, $parsed_args['sslcertificates'] ); } curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_USERAGENT, $parsed_args['user-agent'] ); /* * The option doesn't work with safe mode or when open_basedir is set, and there's * a bug #17490 with redirected POST requests, so handle redirections outside Curl. */ curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_FOLLOWLOCATION, false ); curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_PROTOCOLS, CURLPROTO_HTTP | CURLPROTO_HTTPS ); switch ( $parsed_args['method'] ) { case 'HEAD': curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_NOBODY, true ); break; case 'POST': curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_POST, true ); curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_POSTFIELDS, $parsed_args['body'] ); break; case 'PUT': curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_CUSTOMREQUEST, 'PUT' ); curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_POSTFIELDS, $parsed_args['body'] ); break; default: curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_CUSTOMREQUEST, $parsed_args['method'] ); if ( ! is_null( $parsed_args['body'] ) ) { curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_POSTFIELDS, $parsed_args['body'] ); } break; } if ( true === $parsed_args['blocking'] ) { curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_HEADERFUNCTION, array( $this, 'stream_headers' ) ); curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_WRITEFUNCTION, array( $this, 'stream_body' ) ); } curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_HEADER, false ); if ( isset( $parsed_args['limit_response_size'] ) ) { $this->max_body_length = (int) $parsed_args['limit_response_size']; } else { $this->max_body_length = false; } // If streaming to a file open a file handle, and setup our curl streaming handler. if ( $parsed_args['stream'] ) { if ( ! WP_DEBUG ) { $this->stream_handle = @fopen( $parsed_args['filename'], 'w+' ); } else { $this->stream_handle = fopen( $parsed_args['filename'], 'w+' ); } if ( ! $this->stream_handle ) { return new WP_Error( 'http_request_failed', sprintf( /* translators: 1: fopen(), 2: File name. */ __( 'Could not open handle for %1$s to %2$s.' ), 'fopen()', $parsed_args['filename'] ) ); } } else { $this->stream_handle = false; } if ( ! empty( $parsed_args['headers'] ) ) { // cURL expects full header strings in each element. $headers = array(); foreach ( $parsed_args['headers'] as $name => $value ) { $headers[] = "{$name}: $value"; } curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_HTTPHEADER, $headers ); } if ( '1.0' === $parsed_args['httpversion'] ) { curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_HTTP_VERSION, CURL_HTTP_VERSION_1_0 ); } else { curl_setopt( $handle, CURLOPT_HTTP_VERSION, CURL_HTTP_VERSION_1_1 ); } /** * Fires before the cURL request is executed. * * Cookies are not currently handled by the HTTP API. This action allows * plugins to handle cookies themselves. * * @since 2.8.0 * * @param resource $handle The cURL handle returned by curl_init() (passed by reference). * @param array $parsed_args The HTTP request arguments. * @param string $url The request URL. */ do_action_ref_array( 'http_api_curl', array( &$handle, $parsed_args, $url ) ); // We don't need to return the body, so don't. Just execute request and return. if ( ! $parsed_args['blocking'] ) { curl_exec( $handle ); $curl_error = curl_error( $handle ); if ( $curl_error ) { if ( PHP_VERSION_ID < 80000 ) { // curl_close() has no effect as of PHP 8.0. curl_close( $handle ); } return new WP_Error( 'http_request_failed', $curl_error ); } if ( in_array( curl_getinfo( $handle, CURLINFO_HTTP_CODE ), array( 301, 302 ), true ) ) { if ( PHP_VERSION_ID < 80000 ) { // curl_close() has no effect as of PHP 8.0. curl_close( $handle ); } return new WP_Error( 'http_request_failed', __( 'Too many redirects.' ) ); } if ( PHP_VERSION_ID < 80000 ) { // curl_close() has no effect as of PHP 8.0. curl_close( $handle ); } return array( 'headers' => array(), 'body' => '', 'response' => array( 'code' => false, 'message' => false, ), 'cookies' => array(), ); } curl_exec( $handle ); $processed_headers = WP_Http::processHeaders( $this->headers, $url ); $body = $this->body; $bytes_written_total = $this->bytes_written_total; $this->headers = ''; $this->body = ''; $this->bytes_written_total = 0; $curl_error = curl_errno( $handle ); // If an error occurred, or, no response. if ( $curl_error || ( 0 === strlen( $body ) && empty( $processed_headers['headers'] ) ) ) { if ( CURLE_WRITE_ERROR /* 23 */ === $curl_error ) { if ( ! $this->max_body_length || $this->max_body_length !== $bytes_written_total ) { if ( $parsed_args['stream'] ) { if ( PHP_VERSION_ID < 80000 ) { // curl_close() has no effect as of PHP 8.0. curl_close( $handle ); } fclose( $this->stream_handle ); return new WP_Error( 'http_request_failed', __( 'Failed to write request to temporary file.' ) ); } else { if ( PHP_VERSION_ID < 80000 ) { // curl_close() has no effect as of PHP 8.0. curl_close( $handle ); } return new WP_Error( 'http_request_failed', curl_error( $handle ) ); } } } else { $curl_error = curl_error( $handle ); if ( $curl_error ) { if ( PHP_VERSION_ID < 80000 ) { // curl_close() has no effect as of PHP 8.0. curl_close( $handle ); } return new WP_Error( 'http_request_failed', $curl_error ); } } if ( in_array( curl_getinfo( $handle, CURLINFO_HTTP_CODE ), array( 301, 302 ), true ) ) { if ( PHP_VERSION_ID < 80000 ) { // curl_close() has no effect as of PHP 8.0. curl_close( $handle ); } return new WP_Error( 'http_request_failed', __( 'Too many redirects.' ) ); } } if ( PHP_VERSION_ID < 80000 ) { // curl_close() has no effect as of PHP 8.0. curl_close( $handle ); } if ( $parsed_args['stream'] ) { fclose( $this->stream_handle ); } $response = array( 'headers' => $processed_headers['headers'], 'body' => null, 'response' => $processed_headers['response'], 'cookies' => $processed_headers['cookies'], 'filename' => $parsed_args['filename'], ); // Handle redirects. $redirect_response = WP_Http::handle_redirects( $url, $parsed_args, $response ); if ( false !== $redirect_response ) { return $redirect_response; } if ( true === $parsed_args['decompress'] && true === WP_Http_Encoding::should_decode( $processed_headers['headers'] ) ) { $body = WP_Http_Encoding::decompress( $body ); } $response['body'] = $body; return $response; } /** * Grabs the headers of the cURL request. * * Each header is sent individually to this callback, and is appended to the `$header` property * for temporary storage. * * @since 3.2.0 * * @param resource $handle cURL handle. * @param string $headers cURL request headers. * @return int Length of the request headers. */ private function stream_headers( $handle, $headers ) { $this->headers .= $headers; return strlen( $headers ); } /** * Grabs the body of the cURL request. * * The contents of the document are passed in chunks, and are appended to the `$body` * property for temporary storage. Returning a length shorter than the length of * `$data` passed in will cause cURL to abort the request with `CURLE_WRITE_ERROR`. * * @since 3.6.0 * * @param resource $handle cURL handle. * @param string $data cURL request body. * @return int Total bytes of data written. */ private function stream_body( $handle, $data ) { $data_length = strlen( $data ); if ( $this->max_body_length && ( $this->bytes_written_total + $data_length ) > $this->max_body_length ) { $data_length = ( $this->max_body_length - $this->bytes_written_total ); $data = substr( $data, 0, $data_length ); } if ( $this->stream_handle ) { $bytes_written = fwrite( $this->stream_handle, $data ); } else { $this->body .= $data; $bytes_written = $data_length; } $this->bytes_written_total += $bytes_written; // Upon event of this function returning less than strlen( $data ) curl will error with CURLE_WRITE_ERROR. return $bytes_written; } /** * Determines whether this class can be used for retrieving a URL. * * @since 2.7.0 * * @param array $args Optional. Array of request arguments. Default empty array. * @return bool False means this class can not be used, true means it can. */ public static function test( $args = array() ) { if ( ! function_exists( 'curl_init' ) || ! function_exists( 'curl_exec' ) ) { return false; } $is_ssl = isset( $args['ssl'] ) && $args['ssl']; if ( $is_ssl ) { $curl_version = curl_version(); // Check whether this cURL version support SSL requests. if ( ! ( CURL_VERSION_SSL & $curl_version['features'] ) ) { return false; } } /** * Filters whether cURL can be used as a transport for retrieving a URL. * * @since 2.7.0 * * @param bool $use_class Whether the class can be used. Default true. * @param array $args An array of request arguments. */ return apply_filters( 'use_curl_transport', true, $args ); } } 5 Proven Strategies to Boost Your Slot Wins at Big Win – Shweta Poddar Weddings Photography

5 Proven Strategies to Boost Your Slot Wins at Big Win

Online slots can feel like a roller‑coaster. One spin wins, the next spin loses. The trick is to use the tools the casino gives you. Below are five proven ways to turn daily free spins, fast Bitcoin payouts, and a massive game library into real cash. Follow each step, stay disciplined, and watch your bankroll grow.

1. Claim the Daily Free Spins Welcome Bonus

Big Win greets new players with a welcome bonus that includes daily free spins. Those spins are free, but the winnings count toward real cash once you meet the wagering requirement.

How to claim the bonus:

  • Register an account using your email or social login.
  • Verify your identity to unlock the bonus page.
  • Click “Claim Free Spins” on the dashboard each day.

Each claim adds 20 free spins on a popular slot such as Starburst or Mega Joker. The spins have a 96% RTP, which is higher than many classic slots.

Why it matters:

Free spins let you test new games without risking your own money. If a spin lands on a high‑payline, you can convert that win into a deposit bonus. For example, imagine you win £15 from a free spin. The casino will add that amount to your balance after you wager the required 20× (£300).

Key tip:

Set a reminder on your phone to claim the spins every 24 hours. Missing a day means losing free chances to boost your bankroll.

Statistics show that players who claim daily spins see a 12% higher average return than those who ignore the offer. Big Win’s welcome bonus is designed to keep you playing longer while protecting the house with reasonable wagering terms.

2. Leverage Bitcoin Payments for Faster Withdrawals

Big Win is a leading crypto casino that accepts Bitcoin and other digital currencies. Using Bitcoin cuts withdrawal time from days to minutes.

When you win big, the last thing you want is a long wait for your cash. Bitcoin transactions settle on the blockchain within 10‑15 minutes on average. That speed gives you more control over your bankroll and lets you reinvest quickly.

Steps to use Bitcoin:

  1. Open the “Cashier” section after logging in.
  2. Choose “Deposit” and select Bitcoin as the method.
  3. Scan the QR code with your wallet app and send the desired amount.

Example:

A player wins £500 on Gonzo’s Quest. By selecting Bitcoin, the casino processes the payout in under 20 minutes. If the same player used a traditional bank transfer, the money might sit pending for 3‑5 days.

Benefits beyond speed:

  • Lower transaction fees compared with credit cards.
  • Enhanced privacy; no need to share personal banking details.
  • Instant verification—no extra paperwork after the first deposit.

Big Win’s platform also offers a welcome bonus for crypto deposits, matching up to 100% of your first Bitcoin load. This means a £200 Bitcoin deposit becomes £400 to play with, after meeting a 30× wagering requirement.

For those seeking these features, play at BigWins offers a complete solution that blends fast payouts with generous crypto rewards.

3. Explore the 3500+ Game Library for Optimal RTP

A standout feature of Big Win is its 3500+ games collection. More games mean more chances to find slots with high RTP (return‑to‑player) percentages.

Top high‑RTP slots on the site:

  • Blood Suckers – 98% RTP
  • Mega Joker – 99% RTP (progressive mode)
  • 1429 Uncharted Waters – 97% RTP

High RTP slots return more of each wager to the player over time. If you bet £10 per spin on a 98% RTP game, you can expect to get back £9.80 on average after many spins.

How to locate the best slots:

  • Use the filter “RTP > 96%” in the game lobby.
  • Sort by “Most Played” to see popular high‑payback titles.
  • Read the game’s paytable to understand bonus rounds and volatility.

Example scenario:

A beginner starts with a £50 bankroll. She chooses Blood Suckers (low volatility, 98% RTP) and bets £0.20 per spin. After 250 spins, her balance grows to £55. The low volatility keeps losses small, while the high RTP slowly builds profit.

Why variety matters:

Different slots offer varying volatility. Low‑volatility games give frequent small wins, while high‑volatility titles can pay massive jackpots but less often. By rotating through several games, you balance risk and reward.

Big Win’s library also includes live dealer tables, progressive jackpots, and VR slots, ensuring every player type finds a perfect fit.

4. Use the VIP Program to Earn Extra Perks

Big Win rewards loyal players with a tiered VIP program. As you climb the levels, you unlock higher cash‑back rates, exclusive bonuses, and personal account managers.

VIP benefits at a glance:

  • Cash‑back: 5%‑15% on net losses, paid weekly.
  • Exclusive promos: Monthly reload bonuses up to £200.
  • Faster withdrawals: VIPs enjoy priority processing, often within 5 minutes for crypto.
  • Personal manager: Direct chat support for quick issue resolution.

How to qualify:

  • Accumulate 1,000 loyalty points (earned by wagering on slots).
  • Reach higher tiers by earning 5,000, 15,000, and 30,000 points respectively.

Example of VIP impact:

A mid‑level VIP player loses £300 in a week. With a 10% cash‑back deal, the casino returns £30, reducing the net loss to £270. That extra cash can fund the next week’s play, extending session time without extra deposit.

Tips to boost points fast:

  • Play slots with high RTP and low volatility to stay in the game longer.
  • Participate in weekly tournaments that award bonus points.
  • Use the “Double Points” promotion on weekends, which adds 2× points on all wagers.

Big Win’s VIP scheme is transparent; the site displays your current tier and points earned on the dashboard, so you always know what you’re working toward.

5. Practice Responsible Gaming and Set Limits

Even with the best bonuses, it’s crucial to gamble responsibly. Big Win provides tools that let you set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on deposits, losses, and session time.

Responsible‑gaming tools:

  • Deposit limits: Cap the amount you can add each day.
  • Loss limits: Stop playing once you reach a set loss amount.
  • Self‑exclusion: Temporarily block your account for 24 hours up to 6 months.

How to activate limits:

  1. Go to the “Responsible Gaming” tab in your account settings.
  2. Choose the limit type and enter your desired amount.
  3. Confirm with your password or two‑factor code.

Example:

A player sets a £100 weekly deposit limit. After reaching that amount, the platform blocks further deposits until the week resets, preventing overspending.

Why it matters:

Studies show that players who use limit tools are 30% less likely to develop problem‑gambling habits. Big Win’s easy‑to‑use interface encourages all members to protect their bankroll and enjoy the game safely.

Remember to take breaks, never chase losses, and treat gambling as entertainment—not a source of income.

Final Thoughts

Big Win combines a massive 3500+ games library, fast Bitcoin withdrawals, generous daily free spins, and a rewarding VIP program. By claiming the welcome bonus, using crypto for instant payouts, selecting high‑RTP slots, climbing the VIP ladder, and setting responsible‑gaming limits, you create a solid foundation for long‑term success.

Start applying these five strategies today, and you’ll see a noticeable boost in both fun and profit. Good luck, and may the reels spin in your favor!

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