Terms and Conditions
These terms explain how prepdog.org operates as an independent comparison and review site for sweepstakes casinos, and what you're agreeing to by using it. Please read them alongside our Responsible Gambling page, which covers safer-play resources in more detail.
What this site is and isn't
Sweepstakes Casinos is an independent information and comparison resource covering sweepstakes and social casino platforms such as Spinblitz, Crown Coins, Lone Star, Free Spins, SplashCoins, MegaBonanza, Spree and Crash Duel. We are not a casino, sweepstakes operator, or gambling business. We do not accept deposits, run promotions, process redemptions, or hold player funds of any kind. Any decision to create an account with an operator listed on this site is made directly between you and that operator, under that operator's own terms and conditions.
Sweepstakes casinos operate under a promotional sweepstakes model rather than traditional real-money wagering. Typically, players use two forms of virtual currency: Gold Coins (or an equivalent), which are used for casual play and carry no cash value, and Sweepstakes Coins (or an equivalent), which can potentially be redeemed for prizes once eligibility and verification requirements are met. This structure is different from a licensed real-money online casino, and we do not describe any operator on this site as one.
Commercial relationships and how we rank
Some of the operators featured on this site pay us a commission if a reader signs up through a link on our page. This does not influence our editorial ranking. We assess platforms against factors such as redemption speed, the range of games offered, the clarity of welcome and daily rewards, and the terms attached to promotions. Paid placement does not buy a higher position, and every write-up includes at least one limitation we found worth flagging, including for top-rated operators. See our Independent Ranking page for more on how we compare platforms.
Age and eligibility
This site, and the sweepstakes casinos it covers, are intended for adults only. Depending on the operator and the state you're in, the minimum age to register may be 18 or 21. You are responsible for confirming the age and eligibility requirements of any operator before you sign up, and for checking whether that operator serves your state. Availability varies by state: some states permit most sweepstakes casino operators, some have taken enforcement action or restricted them, and individual operators may choose not to serve certain states regardless of the general legal position. Laws in this area change, so we recommend checking an operator's current terms and your state's rules directly rather than relying solely on anything published here.
No purchase necessary
A defining feature of legitimate sweepstakes casinos is that participation generally does not require a purchase. Reputable operators typically offer daily free coin allotments and, in many cases, an alternative method of entry (AMOE) that does not involve buying virtual currency. Nothing on this site should be read as suggesting that purchasing coin packages is required to play or to become eligible for a prize redemption. Where we describe a welcome offer or daily reward, we present it as a promotional feature of that operator, not as a certainty of any outcome.
No guarantee of outcomes
Casino-style games involve an element of chance, and outcomes are never guaranteed. We do not claim that any operator offers the "best odds," "highest payouts," or a "guaranteed" prize, and nothing on this site should be treated as financial or gambling advice. Editorial ratings shown on this site reflect our own research and comparison criteria; they are not customer-review scores and are not a promise of any particular result if you use an operator's platform.
Prize redemptions and taxes
Where an operator offers Sweepstakes Coins redemption, this is typically subject to a minimum redemption threshold, identity verification, and the operator's own terms and conditions. Processing times, accepted verification documents, and payment methods vary by operator and are not something we control or guarantee. Redeemed prizes may be taxable. Tax treatment depends on federal and state rules, and you should keep your own records and consult official guidance or a tax professional if you have questions about a redemption.
Accuracy of information
We make reasonable efforts to keep details such as eligible states, welcome offers, and redemption terms current, but operators can change their terms at any time without notice to us. Always confirm current details directly on an operator's own site before signing up or making a decision based on anything published here. If you spot information on this site that looks outdated or incorrect, you can let us know through our Contact Us page.
Use of this site
You agree to use prepdog.org lawfully and not to attempt to disrupt, scrape, or misuse the site. Content on this site, including rankings, reviews, and comparisons, belongs to Sweepstakes Casinos and may not be reproduced without permission. Links to third-party operator sites are provided for convenience; once you leave prepdog.org, that operator's own terms, privacy policy, and support channels apply, not ours.
Changes to these terms
We may update these terms from time to time to reflect changes in how sweepstakes casino operators do business or how we present our content. The version published on this page is the one currently in effect. Continued use of prepdog.org after an update means you accept the revised terms.
Learn more about us
For background on who publishes this site and how we approach our reviews, visit our About Us page. If you have a specific question about these terms that isn't answered here, our Contact Us page has the details you need to reach us.