Gains.com – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Welcome to the Gains FAQ! Whether you're new or a regular player, here are the most commonly asked questions across our platform — with quick, helpful answers.
General Platform Questions
What is Gains.com?
A next-gen U.S.-based social sweepstakes casino where you can play with Gold Coins for fun or Sweeps Coins for a chance to win real prizes — no purchase necessary.
Is Gains legal?
Yes! We operate under a sweepstakes model that is legal in most U.S. states. However, availability differs in some states.
What states are restricted?
Availability differs by state. Most states have full access. In Merch Mode states, Sweeps Coins are fully playable and purchases happen in the Gains Shop, where every merch purchase comes with free Sweeps Coins. Some states are Gold Coins only, and a small number cannot access Gains at all. See Restricted Regions for the current list.
Why do I only see Gold Coins?
If you're located in a Gold Coins only state, Sweeps Coins features don't appear. This is required by state law and is not an error or a temporary outage. Full access is restored when you're physically located in a full-access state.
Why do I only see Sweeps Coins?
If you are located in a Merch Mode state, Gains is a single currency experience: Sweeps Coins are the only currency and there are no Gold Coins while you are there. This is based on your location and is not an error. Purchases in these states happen in the Gains Shop.
💰 Coins, Bonuses & Playthrough
What are Gold Coins and Sweeps Coins?
Gold Coins (GC): Used for entertainment only and have no cash value.
Sweeps Coins (SC): Can be used to win real prizes after meeting playthrough requirements.
How do I get more Sweeps Coins?
You can earn SC through bonuses, promotions, creator drops, AMOE mail-ins, as a bonus with GC purchases, and free with Gains Shop merchandise purchases in Merch Mode states.
What is the playthrough requirement?
Most SC carries a playthrough requirement before it becomes eligible for redemption — typically 1× for SC from a purchase, with higher requirements for some bonus SC. See our Playthrough Requirement article for the full breakdown.
🛒 Payments & Redemptions
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept Apple Pay, Google Pay, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and crypto (BTC, ETH, SOL, USDC, USDT). In Merch Mode states, purchases are Gains Shop merchandise and checkout accepts card, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.
How do I redeem prizes?
Once your SC becomes eligible, you can redeem via:
Instant bank transfer to debit card (2.5% fee)
ACH transfer (1% fee)
Venmo (2.5% fee)
Crypto — paid out as USDC on Solana (2% fee)
See Supported Payment Methods for details.
🔐 Security & Verification
Do I need to verify my identity?
Yes — KYC is required before redeeming any prizes. You can start verification by clicking the Redeem button.
What if I lose access to my 2FA or email?
Contact us through the Messenger with your name, the email on your account, and your phone number on file, and we will match it to your verification records. Please do not send photos of your ID unprompted. See Recover Your Gains.com Account for the full steps.
💎 VIP Program
How does the VIP program work?
You earn VIP Points when you play games with Sweeps Coins and climb 21 levels across 7 tiers, from Iron to Elite. Every level pays a one-time level-up reward, and higher tiers unlock a bigger Daily Bonus, Rakeback, and a Weekly Bonus. See Gains VIP: How the Program Works.
What is Rakeback?
A percentage of your play returned to you on every game round, win or lose. It builds up automatically, and you can claim it anytime on your VIP page. See VIP Daily Bonus and Rakeback.
When do I get my VIP bonuses?
Level-up rewards appear on your VIP page as soon as you reach a new level and never expire. The Weekly Bonus (Bronze and up) arrives every Monday and must be claimed before the following Monday. The Daily Bonus unlocks every 24 hours. See VIP Weekly Bonus and VIP Level-Up Rewards.