About Us

clico.org is an independent research site focused on one thing: helping people understand and compare sweepstakes casinos. We look closely at new sweepstakes casinos as they launch, track how their coin models and promotions work, and put that information in one place so readers don't have to dig through terms and conditions pages themselves.

What we do

We research sweepstakes and social casino platforms available to players in the United States, with particular attention to new sweeps casinos entering the market. Our team looks at welcome offers, daily login rewards, game libraries, redemption processes, and the general terms attached to each platform. We then rank the sites we cover and explain, in plain language, what each one offers and where it falls short.

We do not operate a casino, process payments, or handle prize redemptions ourselves. We are a comparison and information resource, not an operator.

How the sweepstakes model actually works

Sweepstakes casinos are not real-money casinos in the traditional sense. Instead of wagering cash directly, most platforms use a dual-currency system:

• Gold Coins (or an equivalent) — a virtual currency used to play games for entertainment. Gold Coins typically have no cash value and cannot be redeemed for prizes.
• Sweepstakes Coins (or an equivalent, often called SC) — a second currency, usually awarded alongside Gold Coin purchases or given free through daily rewards and promotions, that can potentially be redeemed for cash prizes once a platform's minimum threshold and verification steps are met.

Because this is a promotional sweepstakes model rather than traditional gambling, legitimate operators offer a way to participate without spending any money — often described as "no purchase necessary" or an alternative method of entry (AMOE). Where this is offered, it's usually detailed in a platform's official rules, and it exists precisely so that free participation is a genuine option, not a footnote.

Why we cover new sweepstakes casinos specifically

New platforms tend to launch with more aggressive welcome bundles — larger Gold Coin packages, bonus Sweepstakes Coins, free spins, or first-purchase matches — because they're competing for attention in a crowded market. That's useful for readers, but it also means new sites have shorter track records on things like redemption processing times, customer support responsiveness, and how consistently they honor their own promotional terms. We try to flag both sides: what a new site's launch offer actually includes, and what we can't yet confirm because the platform hasn't been operating long enough to say.

A closer look at some of the sites we cover

The following write-ups reflect our current editorial ratings. Ratings are based on the criteria above — coin structure, promotional value, game range, and clarity of terms — not on any payment we receive.

Crown Coins

Crown Coins tops our list, currently rated 10.0. Its 150% Welcome Bonus is one of the stronger first-purchase matches we track among sweepstakes casinos, giving new players a meaningfully larger Gold Coin balance to start with. The limitation worth flagging: like all welcome matches, the headline percentage applies to a purchase, so readers relying solely on free play should check what the no-purchase-necessary route offers before assuming the bonus reflects their experience.

SplashCoins

SplashCoins sits close behind at 9.9, built around a 200% Welcome Offer — numerically the largest match percentage among the platforms we cover. That headline figure is attractive, but a higher match percentage doesn't automatically mean a better overall experience; readers should weigh it against game selection and redemption terms rather than the percentage alone. As with any newer entrant, we'd note that longer-term consistency in honoring promotions is something to watch rather than assume.

Casino.Click

Casino.Click rounds out our top three at 9.7, offering 150 Extra Coins and 10 Free Spins as its welcome incentive. The spins component adds variety compared to a straight coin match, which is why it earns a spot here. The trade-off is that free spins are typically restricted to specific slot titles, so the value depends on whether those particular games suit the player's taste.

What players actually get: game types and rewards

Across the sweepstakes casinos we track, the game libraries generally fall into a few broad categories:

• Slot machines — the largest category on most platforms, ranging from classic three-reel styles to more elaborate video slots with bonus rounds.
• Table games — blackjack, roulette, and similar card or wheel-based games built for the dual-currency model.
• Specialty and instant-win games — quicker-format games designed for short sessions, common on mobile.
• Live-dealer style rooms — offered by some, though not all, platforms, and worth checking individually rather than assuming availability.

Beyond the game library itself, most operators run daily login rewards, periodic free Sweepstakes Coin drops, leaderboard-based tournaments, and seasonal promotions tied to holidays or events. Some also run loyalty programmes that reward regular play with additional coins over time. None of this requires a purchase to take part in, though purchase-based offers usually deliver a larger coin balance faster.

Beyond the casino floor

Several sweepstakes casino operators also run adjacent products alongside their core game library — for example, sports-style prediction contests or additional promotional apps under the same account. Where these exist, they typically use the same Gold Coin and Sweepstakes Coin structure rather than a separate currency, but the specific games and promotions differ from the main casino offering. We note these where relevant in individual platform coverage rather than assuming every operator runs the same adjacent products.

How money moves: costs, purchases, and redemptions

Participation itself is free — no purchase is required to create an account or play with complimentary coins. Where players do choose to spend, they're typically buying Gold Coin packages, which often come bundled with bonus Sweepstakes Coins as part of a promotional offer. Common ways to fund a purchase include standard card payments and, on some platforms, other online payment services.

Redeeming Sweepstakes Coins for a prize generally involves:

1. Reaching a minimum SC balance set by the operator.
2. Completing identity verification (KYC), usually a government-issued photo ID and sometimes proof of address.
3. Submitting a redemption request, which is processed according to the operator's stated timelines.
4. Receiving funds via the payout method the platform supports, which may include ACH bank transfer or gift card options depending on the site.

Processing times, minimum thresholds, and accepted payout methods vary by operator and can change, so we'd always point readers to the specific platform's current terms rather than relying on general assumptions. Redeemed prizes may also carry tax implications; players should keep records and refer to official IRS or state tax guidance rather than treating any prize as tax-free by default.

Legal standing and who can play

Sweepstakes casinos are not licensed as real-money gambling operators; they run under sweepstakes promotion laws, which is a different legal framework from regulated online casinos. This means the consumer protections, licensing oversight, and legal recourse available to players can differ from what applies to a state-licensed casino.

Availability is not uniform across the country. Individual states have taken different approaches — some permit most sweepstakes operators to serve residents, others have introduced restrictions or enforcement actions, and operators themselves often choose which states they serve based on their own legal assessment. Because these laws change, and because they change at the state level rather than nationally, we don't claim any platform is available or compliant everywhere. Readers should check an operator's current eligible-states list before creating an account.

Age requirements also vary: many platforms set a minimum age of 18, while others require players to be 21, either company-wide or in specific states. This site is intended for adults of legal age only, and nothing here is aimed at or appropriate for minors.

Nothing on this page should be read as legal advice. If you have questions about whether a particular platform is permitted where you live, the operator's own terms and your state's current rules are the sources to check.

How we evaluate and rank platforms

Our ratings come from reviewing each platform's publicly stated terms, welcome offers, game range, and redemption process. We do not deposit, play, or redeem on these platforms ourselves — our assessments are based on documented research rather than firsthand testing. Where commercial relationships exist with an operator, that relationship does not influence a platform's position or rating; we do not accept payment to rank a site higher than our research supports.

We also don't verify every operational detail in real time — offers, eligible states, and terms can change after publication, so we recommend confirming current details directly with the operator before signing up.

A note on responsible play

Even without real-money wagering in the traditional sense, sweepstakes casino games are built around chance, and outcomes are never guaranteed. If you or someone you know is concerned about gaming habits, our responsible gambling page has resources worth reviewing.

Questions or corrections

If you spot outdated information on any platform we cover, or you'd like to raise something with our editorial team, our contact page has the details. Our terms and conditions page covers how this site itself operates.