Updated September 28, 2026

What is Restricted states?

In short

Restricted states are the US states, and in some cases Canadian provinces, where a sweepstakes brand will not accept players at all.

Restricted states are the US states, and sometimes Canadian provinces, where a brand will not accept players. Sweepstakes rules work at state level, so a brand can be open in one state and closed in the next. Fliff rules out Alabama, Arizona and California, and Fortune Coins rules out ID, MI and NY. Readers should check their own location before signing up anywhere.

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