Safer play

Know what you're buying

Gold Coin packages buy entertainment, and the Sweeps Coins that come with them carry a house edge on every wager. Over time most players get back less than they spend. If a redemption comes, enjoy it, but don't plan around one.

Extra care with crypto and match bonuses

• Crypto purchases can feel less real than card payments. Set your limit in dollars and stick to it.
• A 100% match doubles your balance and your playthrough. Never buy a bigger package just to get a bigger match.
• Fast payouts make it tempting to re-deposit straight away. Wait a day before any new purchase.

Warning signs

• Spending more than you planned, or money meant for bills
• Buying again to win back losses
• Hiding your play from people close to you
• Feeling on edge when you can't play

Tools you can use

Ask AceBet through its contact page for purchase limits, a cool-off period or self-exclusion; other sweepstakes casinos offer the same. Blocking software such as Gamban or BetBlocker stops gambling sites loading on your devices.

Free, confidential help

• US: call or text 1-800-GAMBLER, 24/7, or chat at ncpgambling.org.
• Canada: 1-866-531-2600.
• Gamblers Anonymous: meetings at gamblersanonymous.org.
• In crisis: call or text 988 in the US for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.