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State guide · October 2026

No real-money online casinos in South Carolina, but sweepstakes casinos are available

South Carolina has not legalized real-money online casinos. Sweepstakes casinos, which use a free-to-play prize model, are currently available. Here is the law as of October 2026.

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Updated · How we rate · Ad disclosure
Real-money online casinosNot legal
Sweepstakes casinosAvailable12 we rate accept players
Sports bettingNot legal
Minimum age18+Sweepstakes brands typically 18+; some brands set 19+/21+ by state or brand policy - check each brand's T&Cs.
Free-to-play

Sweepstakes casinos available in South Carolina

No purchase necessary. Sweeps Coins can be redeemed for cash prizes. We only list brands that accept South Carolina players under their own terms.

  1. Our top pick
    1

    Stake.us

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    Best for game variety and fast crypto redemptions

    250,000 GC + 25 Stake Cash, no purchase needed

    • About 2,800 games incl. live dealer
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    7.3
    Rated 7.3 out of 10
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    21+
    Not available in 24 statesAZ, CA, CT, DE, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NJ, NV, NY, OK, PA, RI, TN, UT, VT, WA, WV. Not offered outside the US.
    No purchase necessary · Void where prohibitedNew players · T&Cs applyChecked Oct 18, 2026 (source)Help: 1-800-MY-RESET
  2. 2

    WOW Vegas

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    Best for low cash-out minimums and live dealer

    250,000 WOW Coins + 5 SC free over 3 days

    • Cash from 50 SC, gift cards from 20
    • About 2,000 games incl. live dealer
    • 30 SC with the $9.99 first offer
    7.3
    Rated 7.3 out of 10
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    21+
    Not available in 22 statesAZ, CA, CT, DE, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NJ, NV, NY, OK, TN, UT, WA, WV. Not offered outside the US.
    No purchase necessary · Void where prohibitedNew players · T&Cs applyChecked Oct 18, 2026 (source)Help: 1-800-MY-RESET
  3. 3

    McLuck

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    Best for gift cards from just 10 SC on mobile

    7,500 GC + 2.5 SC free + 150% extra on first package

    • Gift cards from just 10 SC
    • iOS and Android apps
    • 1,000+ games
    7.2
    Rated 7.2 out of 10
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    21+
    Not available in 21 statesAZ, CA, CT, DE, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NJ, NV, NY, OK, TN, UT, WA, WV. Not offered outside the US.
    No purchase necessary · Void where prohibitedNew players · T&Cs applyChecked Oct 18, 2026 (source)Help: 1-800-MY-RESET
  4. 4

    Jackpota

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    Best for premium slots with low redemption minimums

    7,500 GC + 2.5 SC free on sign-up

    • Gift cards from just 10 SC
    • 1,500+ games, premium studios
    • iOS app
    7.2
    Rated 7.2 out of 10
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    21+
    Not available in 22 statesAL, AZ, CA, CT, DE, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NJ, NV, NY, OK, TN, UT, WA, WV. Not offered outside the US.
    No purchase necessary · Void where prohibitedNew players · T&Cs applyChecked Oct 18, 2026 (source)Help: 1-800-MY-RESET
  5. 5

    Sportzino

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    Best free Sweeps Coin welcome bonus

    170,000 GC + 7 SC free, no purchase needed

    • 7 SC free, no purchase
    • Casino + free sports picks
    • iOS and Android apps
    6.9
    Rated 6.9 out of 10
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    18+
    Not available in 22 statesAZ, CA, CT, DE, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NJ, NV, NY, OK, TN, UT, WA, WV. Not offered outside the US.
    No purchase necessary · Void where prohibitedNew players · T&Cs applyChecked Oct 18, 2026 (source)Help: 1-800-MY-RESET
  6. 6

    Hello Millions

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    Best for low minimums and a big first-purchase bonus

    15,000 GC + 2.5 SC free on sign-up

    • Gift cards from just 10 SC
    • 1,500+ slots
    • 60 free SC with first purchase
    6.9
    Rated 6.9 out of 10
    Fair
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    21+
    Not available in 21 statesAZ, CA, CT, DE, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NJ, NV, NY, OK, TN, UT, WA, WV. Not offered outside the US.
    No purchase necessary · Void where prohibitedNew players · T&Cs applyChecked Oct 18, 2026 (source)Help: 1-800-MY-RESET
  7. 7

    Crown Coins Casino

    Sweepstakes

    Best iPhone app experience

    100,000 Crown Coins + 2 SC free on sign-up

    • iOS app rated 4.8 (141K ratings)
    • 50 SC minimum redemption
    • Free 2 SC, no code needed
    6.9
    Rated 6.9 out of 10
    Fair
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    18+
    Not available in 21 statesAZ, CA, CT, DE, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NJ, NV, NY, OK, TN, UT, WA, WV. Not offered outside the US.
    No purchase necessary · Void where prohibitedNew players · T&Cs applyChecked Sep 24, 2026 (source)Help: 1-800-MY-RESET
  8. 8

    LoneStar Casino

    Sweepstakes

    Best for 18+ players and low cash-out minimums

    100,000 GC + 2.5 SC free on sign-up

    • Low 45 SC redemption (reported)
    • Open to 18+
    • Strong studio lineup
    6.8
    Rated 6.8 out of 10
    Fair
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    18+
    Not available in 21 statesAZ, CA, CT, DE, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NJ, NV, NY, OK, TN, UT, WA, WV. Not offered outside the US.
    No purchase necessary · Void where prohibitedNew players · T&Cs applyChecked Oct 18, 2026 (source)Help: 1-800-MY-RESET
  9. 9

    Pulsz

    Sweepstakes

    Best for a large library on both app stores

    5,000 GC + 2.3 SC free on sign-up

    • 1,000+ games
    • iOS and Android apps
    • Gift cards from 10 SC (reported)
    6.8
    Rated 6.8 out of 10
    Fair
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    21+
    Not available in 22 statesAL, AZ, CA, CT, DE, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NJ, NV, NY, OK, TN, UT, WA, WV. Not offered outside the US.
    No purchase necessary · Void where prohibitedNew players · T&Cs applyChecked Oct 18, 2026 (source)Help: 1-800-MY-RESET
  10. 10

    RealPrize

    Sweepstakes

    Best for premium studios in a smaller library

    100,000 GC + 2 SC free on sign-up

    • Evolution live dealer games
    • Premium studios: NetEnt, Nolimit City
    • Free 2 SC, no code needed
    6.7
    Rated 6.7 out of 10
    Fair
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    18+
    Not available in 21 statesAZ, CA, CT, DE, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NJ, NV, NY, OK, TN, UT, WA, WV. Not offered outside the US.
    No purchase necessary · Void where prohibitedNew players · T&Cs applyChecked Oct 14, 2026 (source)Help: 1-800-MY-RESET
  11. 11

    High 5 Casino

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    Best for exclusive in-house slots

    200 free spins with a $9.99 first purchase

    • Exclusive High 5 Games slots
    • 1,500+ games
    • iOS and Android apps
    6.7
    Rated 6.7 out of 10
    Fair
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    21+
    Not available in 24 statesAZ, CA, CT, DE, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NJ, NV, NY, OK, PA, RI, TN, UT, WA, WV. Not offered outside the US.
    No purchase necessary · Void where prohibitedNew players · T&Cs applyChecked Oct 18, 2026 (source)Help: 1-800-MY-RESET
  12. 12

    Chumba Casino

    Sweepstakes

    Best first-purchase value from the longest-running brand

    2M GC + 2 SC free; 10M GC + 30 SC for $10

    • Running since 2012
    • 30 free SC with a $10 package
    • Clear, recently updated rules
    6.7
    Rated 6.7 out of 10
    Fair
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    21+
    Not available in 22 statesAZ, CA, CT, DE, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MS, MT, NJ, NV, NY, OK, TN, UT, WA, WV. Not offered outside the US.
    No purchase necessary · Void where prohibitedNew players · T&Cs applyChecked Oct 18, 2026 (source)Help: 1-800-MY-RESET
The law

South Carolina gambling law, in plain English

Real-money online casinos

South Carolina has not legalized real-money online casino games. Any site offering them to South Carolina residents is operating without a South Carolina license.

Sweepstakes casinos: available

No dedicated sweepstakes statute or state enforcement action found as of Oct 2026; generally available (individual brands may still exclude the state).

Getting help

South Carolina helpline: 1-800-MY-RESET (1-800-697-3738). The National Problem Gambling Helpline, 1-800-MY-RESET, is free, confidential, and available 24/7 by call or text.

FAQ

South Carolina questions

Are online casinos legal in South Carolina?

No. South Carolina has not legalized real-money online casino games. Sweepstakes casinos are currently available.

Are sweepstakes casinos legal in South Carolina?

Available. No dedicated sweepstakes statute or state enforcement action found as of Oct 2026; generally available (individual brands may still exclude the state).

Is sports betting legal in South Carolina?

No, South Carolina does not currently have legal sports betting.

Where can I get help with problem gambling in South Carolina?

Call 1-800-MY-RESET (1-800-697-3738). The National Problem Gambling Helpline (1-800-MY-RESET, call or text) is also free, confidential, and open 24/7.