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Sweepstakes Gaming Glossary
Every term you'll meet at WinSweeps and across the genre, defined in plain English, each linked to a full guide.
Glossary
Legal and platform terms
Sweepstakes model
The legal structure where prizes are awarded by promotion rather than wagering, made lawful by free entry.
What are sweepstakes games →AMOE (Alternative Method of Entry)
The free entry route every legitimate sweepstakes must offer.
No purchase necessary guide →Consideration
The legal term for paying to participate, the element sweepstakes remove to stay outside gambling law.
Void where prohibited
The promotion does not run in states that restrict it.
Sweepstakes laws by state →Glossary
Money terms
Wallet
Your central WinSweeps balance, funded by deposit, spent by loading games.
Wallet deposits guide →Cash-out balance
Redeemed winnings awaiting payout by Cash App, Zelle or crypto.
Reload bonus
The 10% to 15% bonus on deposits after your first, set by VIP tier.
VIP tiers explained →Glossary
Gameplay terms
Fish table
The aim-and-catch shooter genre at the core of the WinSweeps catalog.
How fish table games work →Glossary
Rewards terms
Streak
Consecutive daily claims, with 7, 30 and 100 day milestone vaults.
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