KYC, short for Know Your Customer, is the identity check that sweepstakes casinos run before releasing prizes. It confirms a player is of legal age, lives in an eligible state, and is who they claim to be.
Verification usually requires a government-issued ID and sometimes proof of address. KYC protects against fraud and underage play and is mandatory before any redemption clears. Completing it early helps avoid delays when you request a payout.
Example usage
- Upload a driver's license to complete KYC.
- Redemptions are held until KYC is approved.
Related terms
- Prize Redemption, The specific act of exchanging eligible Sweeps Coins for a chosen prize, such as cash, gift cards, or crypto.
- Redemption, The process of converting won Sweeps Coins into cash prizes or gift cards after meeting minimum thresholds and verification.
- Responsible Gambling, The set of tools and practices that help players keep sweepstakes casino play safe, controlled, and within healthy limits.
- State Eligibility, Whether residents of a given U.S. state can legally play at and redeem from a sweepstakes casino under state law.