
eToro
eToro is an investment platform for buying stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), with social tools for copying other investors.
£50 free share. This is credited within 7 days once you meet the criteria.
eToro's trading fee comes out of the £50, and the share's value then moves with the market. You can withdraw its value 90 days after it lands.
Sign up via the below link and choose your free share. Then deposit £100 and keep it in your account for 90 days.
You cannot combine this with eToro's other welcome offers, because only your first deposit counts.
The free share is attached to this sign-up link. Going to eToro another way, such as its homepage or the app store, will not include it.
You do not have to invest it. The money can stay as your cash balance, so it is not exposed to the markets
Only your first deposit counts towards the free share, so deposit the full amount in one go
eToro buys your chosen share and adds it to your account, usually within 7 days of your deposit. It can occasionally take longer
eToro's trading fee comes out of the £50, so the share will be worth slightly less when it lands
After that the money is yours. If you enjoy using eToro, keep investing with them
If not, you can sell the share and withdraw your cash, or transfer to another platform. It is a general account, so there is no ISA allowance to worry about

Quick review
Wondering whether eToro is worth it beyond the bonus? Here is our honest take.
Chris' verdictYour personal guide, QuidsyeToro is a strong, well-regulated platform with genuinely useful social features, and the tiered welcome offer is an easy way to pick up free shares for depositing money you can leave as cash. For claiming the bonus, it is a straightforward yes.
Go in clear-eyed on the costs, though. eToro can charge a small per-trade commission, and a currency-conversion fee applies when you trade US-listed shares or hold dollars, both of which can nibble at returns. There is also no ISA wrapper on this account. Our suggestion: grab the free shares, keep your deposit in for the 90 days, then decide whether eToro is a long-term fit or whether to move your money to a cheaper platform.
eToro (UK) Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 583263). Capital is at risk and the value of investments can fall as well as rise. Eligible deposits are protected by the FSCS up to £85,000.