Terms and Conditions – Sweeps Sites

These terms and conditions govern your use of Sweeps Sites at ydinstitute.org. By browsing or using this website, you agree to be bound by them. If you do not agree, please stop using the site. We may update these terms from time to time; the date shown at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.

About This Website

Sweeps Sites is an independent comparison and review website covering sweepstakes casinos and social casinos available to players in the United States. We research and evaluate platforms that use a promotional sweepstakes model — not traditional real-money gambling — and present that research to help readers make informed decisions.

We do not operate a casino, accept wagers, hold gaming licences, or process any financial transactions on behalf of third-party platforms. All links to sweepstakes casino platforms are provided for informational purposes only.

Who May Use This Site

This website is intended for adults only. You must be at least 18 years old to use this site. Some sweepstakes casino platforms reviewed here require users to be 21 or older, either in all states or in specific jurisdictions. Age requirements vary by operator; always check the individual platform's terms before registering.

Use of this site is also subject to the laws of your state or territory. Sweepstakes casino availability varies across the United States, and some states restrict or prohibit participation in sweepstakes promotions. Nothing on this site constitutes legal advice; if you have questions about whether a particular platform is available to you, consult the operator's terms and your state's applicable laws.

Editorial Independence and Commercial Relationships

Sweeps Sites earns revenue through referral arrangements with some of the platforms featured on this site. If you click a link to a sweepstakes casino and subsequently register or make a purchase, we may receive a commission. These commercial relationships do not determine which platforms appear on this site or how they are ranked. Our editorial ratings reflect independent research only; commission does not buy a higher position.

Welcome offers and promotions listed alongside platforms are provided for reference. Offer availability, terms, and eligibility conditions are set entirely by each operator and can change at any time without notice. Always read the operator's own terms before taking up any offer. Material conditions — such as minimum purchase requirements, redemption thresholds, and eligible states — apply to each offer and are the operator's responsibility to communicate accurately to users.

For more detail on how we assess and rank platforms, visit our guide to the best sweepstakes casinos.

How the Sweepstakes Model Works — a Plain-Language Note

Because this site covers a specific type of platform, it is worth setting out the model clearly here.

Gold Coins (GC) — a virtual currency used for entertainment play only. Gold Coins have no monetary value and cannot be redeemed for prizes.
Sweepstakes Coins (SC) — a promotional currency that may, subject to each platform's terms and eligibility requirements, be redeemed for prizes including gift cards or cash equivalents. Redemption is subject to minimum thresholds, identity verification, and geographic restrictions.
No purchase necessary — legitimate sweepstakes casino platforms must offer a free alternative method of entry (AMOE), such as a mail-in request, so that participation does not require a financial transaction. Purchasing coin packages is optional, not a requirement.

Sweepstakes casinos operate under a promotional sweepstakes model, not as licensed gambling operators. They are legally distinct from regulated real-money online casinos. Laws governing sweepstakes promotions differ by state and change frequently. This site makes no representation that any platform is available or lawful in your specific location.

Accuracy of Information

We take care to ensure that the information on this site is accurate and up to date at the time of publication. However, the sweepstakes casino landscape changes quickly — operators update their offers, modify eligible states, and revise their terms regularly. We cannot guarantee that every detail on this site reflects the current position at the moment you read it.

You should always verify key details — including welcome offers, coin packages, redemption terms, eligible states, and age requirements — directly with the operator before registering or making any purchase. Nothing on this site should be treated as a guarantee of any outcome, financial or otherwise. Casino-style games involve chance; results are never guaranteed.

Intellectual Property

All original content on this site — including written copy, editorial ratings, page structure, and comparative analysis — is the property of Sweeps Sites and may not be reproduced, republished, or redistributed without prior written permission. Platform names, logos, and trademarks referenced on this site remain the property of their respective owners. Their appearance here does not imply any endorsement of this site by those operators.

Third-Party Links and Platforms

This site contains links to third-party websites operated by sweepstakes casino platforms. Once you leave ydinstitute.org, you are subject to the terms, privacy policies, and practices of those external sites. We have no control over third-party platforms and accept no responsibility for their content, availability, or conduct. Links are provided for convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Sweeps Sites and its operators accept no liability for:

Any financial loss arising from your use of, or reliance on, information published on this site.
Any inaccuracy in operator offers, terms, or availability at the time you access a platform.
Any interruption, error, or unavailability of this website or any linked platform.
Any decision you make based on content published here, including decisions to register with or make purchases on a third-party platform.

This site is provided for informational and comparison purposes only. It does not constitute financial, legal, or gambling advice.

Responsible Play

We encourage all users to engage with sweepstakes casino platforms responsibly. Although these platforms do not constitute traditional gambling, they involve casino-style games of chance and the option to purchase virtual currency. If you feel that your engagement with these platforms is becoming problematic, please seek support. Our responsible gambling page lists resources that can help.

This site does not target minors. Content is produced for adults of legal age only.

Privacy

Information about how we collect and use data is set out in our privacy policy, which forms part of these terms. By using this site you also agree to the privacy policy. We do not sell personal data to third parties.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the United States applicable in the state in which this site is operated. Any disputes arising from your use of this site will be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts in that state. If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force.

Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time. Changes take effect immediately on publication. Continued use of this site after any revision constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms. We recommend checking this page periodically.

Contact

If you have questions about these terms, or about how this site operates, please use the contact page to get in touch. For background on who runs this site and how we approach our editorial work, see the about us page.