Responsible Gaming
Last updated August 1, 2026
Social and sweepstakes gaming should be fun. For a small number of people it stops being fun and starts causing harm. This page explains how to keep play healthy and where to turn if it is not.
Free, confidential support is available 24/7.
Play for entertainment, not income
Treat the coins you play with as the cost of entertainment, the same way you would a movie ticket or a game you buy. No purchase is ever necessary to play the sweepstakes casinos we cover, and no session should ever feel like a way to make money or win back what you spent. Set a time and spending limit before you start, and stop when you reach it.
Warning signs
Gambling may be becoming a problem if you, or someone you know:
- Spend more time or money than intended, or chase losses to "get even".
- Feel restless or irritable when trying to cut back.
- Hide the extent of play from family or friends.
- Borrow money, sell things, or neglect responsibilities to keep playing.
- Play to escape stress, low mood, or anxiety.
If any of these feel familiar, it is worth reaching out. Recognising it early makes it far easier to address.
Tools that help
Most reputable operators provide built-in controls. We factor the presence of these tools into our compliance rating, and we recommend using them from day one:
- Deposit and purchase limits to cap what you can spend over a day, week, or month.
- Time and session reminders that prompt you to take a break.
- Cooling-off periods that pause your account for a set time.
- Self-exclusion to close access for an extended period when you need a full stop.
You can usually find these in an operator's account or responsible-gaming settings. If you cannot locate them, contact that operator's support.
Where to get help
- National Council on Problem Gambling: Confidential 24/7 helpline, text, and chat. Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER.
- Gamblers Anonymous: Peer support meetings and a recovery program. Find a meeting.
- GamTalk: Free, moderated peer-support community. Join the community.
Protecting minors
The operators we cover, and this site, are for adults aged 18 and over. If children share your device, use parental controls and keep account access private. Underage gambling is never acceptable.
SweepstakesGo is an independent review site, not a treatment provider. If you are in crisis, please contact 1-800-GAMBLER or your local emergency services.