A legally required free way to enter a sweepstakes promotion without making any purchase, such as a mail-in request.
Alternative Method of Entry (AMOE) is a legal requirement under US sweepstakes law that mandates every sweepstakes promotion must offer a free way to participate without purchase. At sweepstakes casinos, AMOE typically takes the form of mail-in requests where players can send a handwritten request to receive free Sweep Coins. Some platforms also count daily login bonuses and social media giveaways as alternative entry methods. AMOE is critical to the legal framework that allows sweepstakes casinos to operate — without it, the sweepstakes promotion could be classified as illegal gambling. Each platform publishes specific AMOE instructions in their terms of service, usually requiring a stamped envelope sent to a designated address.
Check the casino's terms of service for their specific AMOE instructions. Typically, you send a handwritten request with your account details to their mailing address and receive free Sweep Coins in return. Each platform has different limits on how often you can submit mail-in requests.
An online gaming platform that uses a sweepstakes model with virtual currencies instead of real-money wagering, making it legal in most US states without a gambling license.
A gaming model where players can access and play casino games without spending any money, using free virtual currency.
A legal disclaimer required on all sweepstakes promotions indicating that participants can enter and win without buying anything.
