Terms and Conditions

These terms and conditions explain how shihtzukisses.com operates, what our content is (and isn't), and what you agree to by using this site. By browsing Sweepstakes Casinos or clicking through to any sweepstakes casino we cover, you accept the terms set out below. Please read them alongside each operator's own terms, since those govern your actual account, coin balances and any prize redemption.

What shihtzukisses.com Is and Is Not

shihtzukisses.com is an independent information and comparison resource covering sweepstakes casinos and social casinos operating in the US market. We publish rankings, reviews and educational content about how the dual-currency sweepstakes model works. We are not a sweepstakes casino ourselves, we do not operate any gaming platform, and we do not process deposits, purchases, redemptions or prizes on behalf of any reader. Every account, purchase, coin balance and redemption request is between you and the operator you choose, not between you and this site.

For a full breakdown of the platforms we cover, see our list of sweepstakes casinos, reviewed and ranked.

The Sweepstakes Model, in Plain Terms

Sweepstakes casinos are not real-money online casinos in the traditional licensed sense. They typically run on a dual-currency system: a virtual currency (often called Gold Coins or similar) that can be purchased or received free and used purely for entertainment play, and a second promotional currency (often called Sweepstakes Coins or similar) that can sometimes be redeemed for cash prizes once eligibility rules, minimum thresholds and identity checks are met. Gold Coins have no cash value. Sweepstakes Coins may have redemption value but only under the operator's own rules, and only where permitted by state law.

Legitimate operators generally offer a free way to receive Sweepstakes Coins without any purchase, sometimes described as an alternative method of entry. This is a defining feature of the sweepstakes model and a legal requirement in most states that permit this format — participation should never require spending money, even if purchasing coin packages is offered as one option among several.

Editorial Independence and How We're Compensated

shihtzukisses.com may earn commission when readers sign up with an operator through a link on this site. This commercial relationship does not determine how platforms are ranked, rated or described. Our editorial ratings reflect our own review process, not customer feedback scores, and they are not a guarantee of any outcome. We do not deposit, play or withdraw on any platform we cover; our reviews are based on research and publicly available information, which we make reasonable efforts to keep current as of {{ page.updated_at }}, but operator terms change and readers should always verify current details on the operator's own site.

Accuracy of Information

• Offer details, coin amounts and welcome bundles shown on this site (for example, Spinblitz's 100 Million Gold Coins with the Blitz Jackpot, or Casino.Click's 150 Extra Coins & 10 Free Spins) are based on information available at the time of publication and may change without notice.
• Editorial ratings reflect our own assessment criteria and are not customer-review scores.
• We do not guarantee eligibility, redemption outcomes, prize values, processing times or the continued availability of any offer.
• Readers must confirm current terms, eligible states and requirements directly with the operator before signing up.

No Guarantee of Outcomes

Casino-style games, whether played with Gold Coins or Sweepstakes Coins, involve chance. Nothing on this site should be read as implying guaranteed winnings, guaranteed redemption, or any particular result from play. We do not claim any operator offers the "best odds," "highest RTP," "fastest payouts," or similar unverifiable superlatives, and readers should be skeptical of any source that does.

Eligibility and Legal Availability

Use of any sweepstakes casino is subject to age requirements set by the operator, typically 18 or older, though some operators or states require a minimum age of 21. Availability also varies significantly by state: some states permit most sweepstakes casino operators, others have restricted or taken enforcement action against this model, and individual operators frequently choose which states they serve based on their own legal risk assessment. Laws in this area change often. Nothing on shihtzukisses.com constitutes legal advice, and we do not represent that any operator is available or lawful for use in your specific location. It is your responsibility to confirm eligibility and legality in your state before creating an account.

Taxes, Redemption and Identity Verification

Where a platform permits redemption of Sweepstakes Coins for cash or prizes, that process is typically subject to minimum redemption thresholds, identity verification (usually a government-issued photo ID and sometimes proof of address), and the operator's own terms and conditions. Redeemed prizes may be taxable under federal and state tax rules, and it is the reader's responsibility to keep appropriate records and seek guidance from a qualified tax professional or official government resources if needed. shihtzukisses.com does not process redemptions, verify identities, or provide tax advice.

Links to Third-Party Sites

This site contains links to sweepstakes casino operators and, where relevant, to third-party payment providers. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, security or terms of any external site. Once you leave shihtzukisses.com and land on an operator's platform, that operator's own terms and conditions, privacy policy and promotional rules apply, not ours.

Limitation of Liability

shihtzukisses.com provides information "as is" without warranty of any kind. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim liability for any loss, damage or dispute arising from your use of this site, your reliance on its content, or your interactions with any linked sweepstakes casino operator. This includes, without limitation, losses connected to purchases, redemptions, account restrictions, or changes to an operator's eligibility rules or offer terms.

Responsible Play

Even where no purchase is required to participate, sweepstakes-style play should be treated as entertainment rather than a source of income. If you have concerns about your own play habits or those of someone you know, visit our responsible gambling resources for further information and support options.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these terms from time to time to reflect changes in our content, applicable law, or industry practice. Continued use of shihtzukisses.com after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. We recommend checking this page periodically if you're a regular reader.

Contact and Further Questions

Questions about these terms, our editorial process, or a specific review can be sent through our contact page. For more on who compiles this site's content, see our About Us page.