Sweepstakes casinos are online casino-style sites where you can play for free and still win real money. They use two types of coins instead of cash — Gold Coins (just for fun) and Sweeps Coins (redeemable for real prizes).
You get free Sweeps Coins just for signing up, logging in daily, and through promotions. No deposit required.
Getting Started
- Sign up at a few casinos from our Sweeps Directory
- Collect your free sign-up bonus (every site gives one)
- Log in daily to claim free coins
- Play games with your Sweeps Coins, then cash out once you hit the minimum
That's it. The more sites you sign up at, the more free coins you collect. Check the full list to see which ones have the best bonuses.
How Do the Coins Work?
- Gold Coins (GC):Play-for-fun currency. Can't be cashed out.
- Sweeps Coins (SC): The ones that matter. Win enough and you can redeem them for cash via gift cards or bank transfer.
When you buy a Gold Coin package, you usually get free Sweeps Coins bundled in. But you never have to buy anything — free SC is available through daily logins and promotions.
Is This Legal?
Yes. Sweepstakes casinos run under sweepstakes law, not gambling law. Free entry is always available so no purchase is required to play or win. They're legal in most US states — Washington and Idaho are the main exceptions.
What to Look For
- Sign-up bonus: Free GC and SC just for creating an account.
- Daily free coins: Log in every day, get free coins. No catch.
- Cash-out minimum: How many SC you need before you can redeem (usually 50–100 SC).
- Wager requirement: Most sites require you to wager your SC at least 1x before you can cash out. So if you get 10 SC free, you need to bet a total of 10 SC on games before redeeming.