What Is a Sweepstakes Casino?

Sweepstakes casinos operate under US sweepstakes promotion law rather than traditional gambling law in most states, which is why they can offer play in states where real-money online casinos aren't licensed. A few states still restrict them — always check a brand's restricted-states list.

Gold Coins are play-money credits with no cash value, used to play for fun. Sweeps Coins are the promotional currency that can potentially be redeemed for cash prizes once you meet a platform's redemption requirements.