
States with legal online casinos
| State | Regulator | Age |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | Division of Gaming Enforcement | 21+ |
| Pennsylvania | Gaming Control Board | 21+ |
| Michigan | Gaming Control Board | 21+ |
| West Virginia | Lottery Commission | 21+ |
| Connecticut | Department of Consumer Protection | 21+ |
| Delaware | Delaware Lottery | 21+ |
| Rhode Island | Rhode Island Lottery | 21+ |
In every one of these states the minimum age is 21, and you must be physically located inside the state while playing. Residents of other states may play while visiting, as long as the casino’s geolocation confirms their location.
How location checks work
State-licensed casinos use geolocation services that check your device’s location before and during play. VPNs and location spoofing are detected and lead to blocked play or account closure. Near state borders, location checks can be strict — move further inside the state if you get an error.
Availability of Sweet Bonanza
Each game must be approved for each state. Industry reports state that Pragmatic Play holds approvals in states including New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Michigan, but the games on offer vary by casino. Search the casino lobby in your state and confirm the RTP in the game information.
Self-exclusion by state
Each regulated state runs a self-exclusion program that blocks you from all licensed operators in that state. You can usually enrol online through the regulator. Casinos also offer their own limits and cool-off periods. Help is available at 1-800-GAMBLER.
States without legal online casinos
If your state is not listed, real-money online casino play is not legal there. Sweepstakes casinos have been banned in several of those states, and offshore sites are not legal alternatives. The free Sweet Bonanza demo remains legal everywhere. Read more in is Sweet Bonanza legal in the US? and sweepstakes casinos.
Frequently asked questions
Which US states allow online slots?
At the time of our check: New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan, West Virginia, Connecticut, Delaware and Rhode Island. Confirm current status with each regulator.
Can I play if I live in another state?
Yes, while you are physically located inside a regulated state and the casino’s geolocation confirms it.
What is the minimum age?
21 in all of these states.