About Us

Sweeps exists to help US players find their way around a fast-moving, sometimes confusing market. The sweepstakes casino space has grown quickly, and so has the gap between platforms worth your time and ones that are not. This page explains who we are, how we work, and what we stand for — so you can decide how much weight to give what we publish.

Who We Are

Sweeps is an independent comparison site covering sweepstakes casinos and social casinos available to players in the United States. We are based in the US market and write specifically for American readers navigating state-by-state availability, dual-currency gameplay, and prize redemption rules that vary by platform and location.

We do not operate a casino, sell virtual currency, or have any financial stake in the outcomes of the games we cover. Our role is to research, organise and present information so that readers can make their own informed decisions.

What We Cover and Why It Matters

Sweepstakes casinos operate under a promotional sweepstakes model rather than traditional real-money wagering. That distinction has real consequences for players: the legal framework, consumer protections, redemption rules and eligibility requirements all differ from regulated online casinos. Much of the confusion in this space comes from those differences being glossed over or ignored entirely.

We cover that ground directly. Every review on this site explains the dual-currency model — how Gold Coins (or their equivalent) work for entertainment play, and how Sweepstakes Coins (or their equivalent) can be redeemed for prizes under specific conditions. We note minimum redemption thresholds, identity verification requirements, geographic restrictions and any other material conditions attached to an offer. We do not bury those details in a footnote.

We also cover availability honestly. Sweepstakes casinos are not legal or available in every US state. Operators make their own decisions about which states they serve, and those decisions can change. Our reviews note excluded states where that information is available, and we encourage readers to check current terms directly with any platform before signing up.

How We Research and Rate Platforms

Every platform listed on Sweeps has been researched and reviewed against a consistent set of criteria. Our team does not make deposits, place wagers or withdraw funds — we review rather than test in that sense. What we do assess:

• Welcome offers and ongoing promotions — what is actually on offer, what the conditions are, and whether the no-purchase-necessary alternative method of entry is clearly accessible.
• Game library — the range of slots, table games and any live-format options, and how the platform organises them.
• Redemption process — minimum thresholds, accepted methods (ACH transfer, online payment services, gift cards where applicable), identity verification steps and realistic timelines.
• Transparency and terms — how clearly the platform communicates its rules, eligibility requirements and responsible play resources.
• Platform experience — mobile compatibility, navigation and whether daily rewards and loyalty features work as described.
• State availability — which states are excluded and whether that information is easy to find before registration.

Editorial ratings reflect our independent assessment on those criteria. They are not customer-review aggregates and are not for sale. Commission does not determine rank — a platform paying higher referral fees does not score higher as a result. Where we have a commercial relationship with a listed platform, that is disclosed clearly before the relevant content.

Our Platforms at a Glance

The table below summarises the platforms currently listed on Sweeps, with their editorial ratings and headline welcome offers. Conditions apply to all offers; check each platform's terms for eligibility, minimum redemption requirements and excluded states.

What We Do Not Do

• We do not describe sweepstakes casinos as real-money gambling sites. They operate under a different legal model and that distinction matters.
• We do not imply that prize redemption is guaranteed, instant or unrestricted. Every platform has its own thresholds, timelines and verification requirements.
• We do not claim that any platform is definitively legal in your state. Availability is a moving target, and readers should verify current eligibility before registering.
• We do not invent catalogue counts, payout speeds, RTP figures or other specifics that were not supplied to us or that we cannot verify.
• We do not target or produce content aimed at anyone under 18. Most platforms require users to be at least 18; some set the minimum at 21 depending on state rules or their own policies.

A Note on Commercial Relationships

Sweeps may earn a commission when a reader follows a link to a listed platform and registers or makes a purchase. That commercial relationship funds the site and allows us to keep our research free to access. It does not influence editorial ratings, rankings or the content of reviews. Platforms are assessed on the criteria above; the rank order reflects our editorial judgment, not the size of any commercial arrangement.

Responsible Play

Sweepstakes casinos involve games of chance. Outcomes are never guaranteed, and no strategy reliably produces prizes. If you are spending more than you intended, playing to recover losses, or finding it difficult to stop, that is worth taking seriously. Our responsible gambling guidance covers resources available to US players, including free support organisations and self-exclusion options. We encourage every reader to be familiar with them.

Get in Touch

We read every message we receive. If you have a question about a platform we have reviewed, believe a detail is out of date, or want to flag something we should look at, reach out through our contact page. We aim to respond within a reasonable time, though we cannot guarantee a reply to every submission.

For the site's full terms, including how we handle information and the limits of our editorial liability, see our terms and conditions.