Online Sports Betting Right now, there are 10 active online sportsbooks in Indiana. The Hoosier State is home to DraftKings, FanDuel, BetRivers, BetAmerica, BetMGM, PointsBet, Caesars, Unibet, theScore Bet, and William Hill, which is the latest addition. These sites give Indiana players the ability to wager on single contests or parlays. Legal online sports betting in Indiana covers most major sports and plenty of minor ones. The Indiana Gaming Commission are responsible for authorising which sports and bets can be wagered on. Professional and College football is legal but esports or amateur competitions involving minors are not. Betting on college football will be popular. Indiana used to be known for their specific and narrow laws that banned online betting - but those laws were directed towards the operators of the sportsbooks, not their users. Regardless, these set of laws have been removed from the book of codes, and legislators have replaced them with pro-gambling legislation.

Now that Indiana has legalized in-person and online sports betting, the state’s first ever sportsbooks and betting sites are open for business with the blessing of the state.

Where to Bet Online in Indiana

Casinos, racetracks and off-track betting parlors (OTBs) have been approved to open retail and online sportsbooks if licensed by the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC). Most such facilities have wisely chosen to take advantage of the opportunity and now hold sports betting licenses.

The state has approved the construction of twelve sportsbooks at casinos and three at OTB locations. Additionally, each approved license holder may operate up to three individual mobile sportsbooks (also known as “skins”).

This page will provide a continuously-updated list of Indiana sportsbooks along with other information such as launch dates, operating hours and so on as it becomes known. We’ll start with a list of online sportsbooks and follow that with a look at each retail sportsbook.

Mobile Sportsbooks in Indiana

Update: Mobile sports betting is now live in Indiana. DraftKings and BetRivers were approved to go live on October 3^rd, 2019 and now offer online betting across the state. FanDuel followed suit less than a month later and BetAmerica came online in the final days of 2019. BetMGM and PointsBet joined the party in early 2020.

Under Indiana sports betting law, each licensee may partner with third-party service providers to operate up to three online sportsbooks. In this manner, experienced providers such as DraftKings and FanDuel may partner with land-based sportsbooks for access to the Indiana market.

The IGC oversees mobile betting in Indiana and has issued a handful of licenses to date. Below is a look at betting providers that have either already received IGC approval or that we believe will be approved in the near future.

We expect most or all of the big names in online betting will apply to offer their services in Indiana. With each licensee allowed to operate up to three skins, there will be no shortage of slots for experienced providers to enter the Indiana betting market.

Additionally, many of these providers already have long term partnerships with the parent companies of most Indiana casinos.

The law in Indiana should encourage many applicants. Reasonable license fees ($100K) and a 9.5% tax rate make Indiana an attractive market for sports betting operators.

Now, here’s a look at who we believe will be the main players in Indiana after mobile betting is given the green light.

• Website: www.draftkings.com
• IGC Status: Approved; now offering mobile betting in Indiana
• Partnered with: Ameristar East Chicago

DraftKings is partnered with Ameristar East Chicago to offer online betting in Indiana. After receiving a license from the Indiana Gaming Commission and approval to launch mobile betting, DraftKings Sportsbook went live in October 2019.

Now, DraftKings offers a full menu of mobile betting to Hoosier State residents and visitors. This includes standard pre-game wagers, in-play betting and special promotions for mobile and desktop users alike.

DraftKings will likely emerge as one of the dominant mobile betting apps in Indiana given its massive success in New Jersey. Additionally, DraftKings will benefit from name recognition and an established userbase due to its previous operations as one of the country’s two leading daily fantasy sites.

• Website: www.betrivers.com
• IGC Status: Approved; now offering mobile betting in Indiana
• Partnered with: French Lick Resort

Rush Street Interactive holds a sports wagering license in Indiana and has been approved to work in partnership with French Lick Resort. BetRivers Indiana launched mobile betting in Indiana in October 2019 on the same day DraftKings went live.

Parent company Rush Street Gaming operates a small chain of casinos across Illinois, Pennsylvania and New York in addition to running mobile betting sites under the BetRivers.com banner through its online-focused subsidiary Rush Street Interactive.

• Website: www.fanduel.com
• IGC Status: Approved; live in Indiana as of 22 October 2019
  
• Partnered with: Blue Chip Casino and Belterra Casino Resort

FanDuel parent company Betfair Interactive US was granted a sports wagering vendor license on August 8th of 2019 and received the green light to begin mobile betting two months later.

Just like DraftKings, FanDuel benefits from name recognition and a database of fantasy sports customers it can leverage to get a quick start in Indiana. Over in New Jersey, FanDuel has taken the lead as the most popular online sportsbook in terms of revenue and will be looking to do the same in Indiana.

FanDuel’s partnerships with Blue Chip Casino and Belterra Resort derive from a larger agreement FanDuel reached with Boyd Gaming in 2018. Under that agreement, the two companies have a deal in place to partner on sports betting in states where Boyd Gaming operates casinos when favorable legislation is enacted.

• Website: in.betmgm.com
• IGC Status: Approved; live in Indiana as of February 2020
• Partnered with: Belterra Casino Resort

BetMGM Sportsbook launched mobile betting in February 2020. In Indiana, the BetMGM license is issued to parent company Roar Digital, which was formed as a partnership between MGM Resorts International and international gaming operator GVC Holdings.

BetMGM features a slick mobile betting app and extensive coverage of sports – both in the US and abroad. Regular boosted odds promotions, cash back offers and “get more when your team scores” promos should make BetMGM an attractive option for bonus-oriented bettors.

• Website: https://pointsbet.com
• IGC Status: Approved; Live as of 5 March 2020
• Partnered with: Hollywood Casino Lawrenceburg

Australian firm PointsBet first came to the US by way of New Jersey and offers a unique type of sports betting not yet offered anywhere else. In addition to offering standard sports wagers, PointsBet also allows users to place bets that offer variable payouts based on the accuracy of the prediction.

For example, consider a point total wager on an NBA game. If you were to place a PointsBet wager on this market, you would choose not only the over or under but also choose an amount to wager per point.

Imagine placing a wager of $1 per point on the over for a game in which the total is 205 points. If you’re right, you’ll be paid $1 for every point the final score goes over 205. If the final total ends up being 220 points, you would be paid $15.

Of course, this can also go against you. Get it wrong and you’ll be losing $1 for every point under 205 that the actual total ends up being. To continue our example, imagine the actual total ends up being 190 points. In that case, you would lose $15.

The Indiana Gaming Commission issued a sports betting license to PointsBet in January 2020 and the sportsbook launched two months later.

• Website: www.betamerica.com
• IGC Status: Approved; live in Indiana since December 2019
• Partnered with: Rising Star Casino

BetAmerica and parent company Churchill Downs have a partnership in place with Rising Star Casino to launch a retail sportsbook and mobile betting in Indiana. A launch date of December 30th was established by the IGC and BetAmerica went live on that date as scheduled.

• Website: in.caesarsonline.com
• IGC Status: Approved; live in Indiana since May 2020
• Partnered with: Horseshoe Hammond and Caesars Southern Indiana

Caesars Interactive serves as the online betting subdivision of Caesars Entertainment and launched statewide mobile betting in May 2020.

Bettors located in Indiana can visit in.caesarsonline.com to bet online from any desktop or mobile device or get the official app for iOS or Android. All new customers qualify for a sizable welcome bonus along with ongoing promos for regular users.

Penn Interactive

• Mobile launch date: Unknown
• IGC Status: Approved
• Partnered with: Hollywood Casino

Penn Interactive will be quite busy in the Indiana market with two land-based casinos in operation run by parent company Penn National and partnership agreements with multiple other online providers.

Recently, Penn National reached partnerships with theScore, FOX Bet, DraftKings and PointsBet to offer online betting in Indiana and other states. Penn Interactive also holds a sports wagering vendor license in Indiana.

In addition to working with other providers, Penn Interactive also has the option of running an online sportsbook under its own name with the assistance of Kambi.

• Website: www.williamhill.com
• Mobile launch date: October 2020
• IGC Status: Approved
• Partnered with: Tropicana Evansville

The IGC granted William Hill a sports betting vendor license to provide technology and ongoing assistance to Tropicana Evansville. The retail sportsbook opened in September 2019 and the mobile betting app debuted a little over one year later.

William Hill a strong contender in Indiana with significant experience both online and in-person. In addition to its many years in the international market, William Hill operates 100+ sportsbooks in Nevada, Iowa, West Virginia, New Jersey and elsewhere.

• Website: www.betindiana.com
• Mobile launch date: Unknown
• IGC Status: Approved
• Partnered with: Majestic Star Casino

BetIndiana announced plans to offer online and mobile betting in Indiana with a press release issued in October 2019. Details are limited at this time, but the BetIndiana was approved as a sports wagering vendor in January 2020 and has a partnership agreement in place with Majestic Star Casino (soon to become Hard Rock Casino).

• Website: www.unibet.com
• IGC Status: Approved; live in Indiana as of July 2020
• Partnered with: Horseshoe Hammond

Unibet struck a deal with Caesars Entertainment in February 2020 to partner on sports betting in certain states, including Indiana. Under the agreement, Unibet is partnered with Caesar’s Horseshoe Hammond to offer mobile betting in Indiana.

theScore

• Website: www.thescore.bet
• IGC Status: Approved; launched September 2020
• Partnered with: Ameristar East Chicago

Media-company-turned-sportsbook-operator theScore secured Indiana market access in partnership with Penn National.

We have had a chance to see what theScore.bet looks like in action since its launch in Indiana and it looks like a capable betting site. The list of sports covered is somewhat limited, but all the key US sports are in play here with pre-game and in-play betting on offer.

theScore also provides nice crossover functionality between its popular media app and the sportsbook app, offering the ability to place wagers in the sportsbook and then follow the media app for detailed live updates.

SBK Sportsbook

• IGC Status: Pending
• Partnered with: Full House Resorts (Rising Star Casino)

SBK Sportsbook is a unique betting site operated by Smarkets, which itself is an international exchange betting operator. What makes SBK different than other sportsbooks is the ability to offer much lower-than-average commissions compared to traditional betting sites by taking odds straight from the Smarkets exchange and importing them into SBK to give customers better odds.

SBK also includes a social element allowing customers to share and view tips among one another. This will allow customers to view who’s hot, who is on a winning streak and even compete against one another on leaderboards to see who really is the best at making smart picks.

Smarkets announced a partnership with Full House Resorts in September 2019.

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WynnBET

• IGC Status: Unknown
• Partnered with: Full House Resorts (Rising Star Casino)

WynnBET plans to enter the Indiana sports betting market soon. Wynn Resorts International has a partnership with BetBull, which will provide technology and risk management services. An early version of WynnBET launched in New Jersey as a standard online sportsbook, but the company indicates it has bigger plans in store to provide a uniquely social experience.

It’s possible, WynnBET will borrow heavily from BetBull’s social betting platform. In essence, BetBull is what you would get if you combined a regular online sportsbok with Facebook or Twitter. Every user has a custom profile, can follow other users, and share tips with one another.

The WynnBET path into Indiana comes through a series of two separate partnerships. First was a partnership reached between BetBull and Wynn Resorts International reached in October 2018. Under that agreement, Wynn Resorts acquired a 22.5% stake in BetBull. Second was a partnership reached between Wynn Resorts International and Full House Resorts one year later.

FOX Bet

FOX Bet is an up-and-coming betting app that is the product of a partnership between The Stars Group and FOX Sports. The two joined forces in May and to create a sportsbook that will have the key advantages of experience, technical know-how, brand name recognition and widespread reach courtesy of FOX Sports.

In Indiana, FOX Bet has two primary pathways into the market. A deal struck between The Stars Group and Eldorado Resorts could see FOX Bet launch in partnership with Tropicana Evansville. An alternate deal reached between Penn National and The Stars Group could also see FOX Bet launch in partnership with Hollywood Casino Lawrenceburg.

888Sport

888Sport is one of the world’s largest mobile sport betting and online gambling operators. The company has a long track record and comes to Indiana with a wealth of experience.

In a press release, 888Sport announced it plans to launch in Indiana in 2021. 888Sport is partnered with Harrah’s Hoosier Park to offer mobile betting.

Retail Sportsbooks in Indiana

All of Indiana’s commercial casinos have applied for (and received) licenses to launch sportsbooks on casino property.

That leaves us with twelve casinos and three OTBs that will play host to sportsbooks in Indiana.

Ameristar parent company Penn National launched a retail sportsbook in September 2019 and has several options for running a mobile sportsbook as well. Ameristar may operate an online sportsbook under its own name and/or mobile betting in partnership with DraftKings, theScore, FOX Bet and PointsBet.

Address:

777 Ameristar Blvd.
East Chicago, IN 46312

Belterra Casino parent company Boyd Gaming has a partnership in place with FanDuel to operate sportsbooks in Indiana and elsewhere. FanDuel Sportsbook at Belterra is now open for business.

Boyd Gaming has not announced its online betting plans, but we can expect to see FanDuel launching a mobile sportsbook in partnership with one of the Boyd properties.

Address:

777 Belterra Dr.
Florence, IN 47020

Blue Chip Casino in Indiana opened a FanDuel-managed sportsbook in early September, 2019. The new FanDuel Sportsbook measures a little over 2,700 square feet and comes fully equipped with five betting windows, 22 TV screens and two sports tickers.

Address:

777 Blue Chip Dr.
Michigan City, IN 46360

The sportsbook at French Lick Resort can be found at the south end of the casino near the bar and Player Service area. Players can visit one of three betting windows from 9 AM to 11 PM daily or use any of the eight self-service kiosks 24 hours a day.

On the resort side, French Lick houses two historic hotels, three golf courses, two spas and a recently-added sports bar as a part of a $17 million addition.

Address:

8670 West State Road 56
French Lick, IN 47432

Harrah’s Hoosier Park is another Caesars property and launched The Book in September 2019. The Book is now open seven days a week and can be found near the Terrace Showroom. A high-def television wall and luxury seating throughout the sportsbook promise a comfortable experience for all visitors.

Address:

4500 Dan Patch Cir.
Anderson, IN 46013

Hollywood Casino Lawrenceburg launched a retail sportsbook in September 2019. Guests can find the sportsbook inside Hops House 99.

When it comes to an online sportsbook, Hollywood Casino has options there as well. Penn National has forged relationships with numerous providers including William Hill, DraftKings, PointsBet, theScore and FOX Bet. Look for any or all of those to launch off the Hollywood Indiana license.

Address:

777 Hollywood Blvd.
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

Indiana Grand received an upgrade over the summer in anticipation of sports betting and has since launched a retail sportsbook. We can also expect to see Indiana Grand take advantage of online betting, although details on those plans are also limited at present.

Address:

4300 N. Michigan Rd.
Shelbyville, IN 46176

Rising Star Casino is partnered with Churchill Downs Inc., parent company of BetAmerica. This resulted in the opening of a retail sportsbook under the BetAmerica name in November 2019. The partnership with Churchill Downs will also likely result in the launch of BetAmerica Mobile Sportsbook in Indiana at some point.

Address:

777 Rising Star Dr.
Rising Sun, Indiana 47040

The Book at Caesars Southern Indiana features large-screen TVs and sports betting action seven days a week. An online sportsbook managed by Caesars Southern Indiana is also likely in the works, although details are limited at this time. In other states, Caesars operates mobile betting apps under its own name and in partnership with other providers.

Address:

11999 Casino Center Dr.
Elizabeth, IN 47117

The Horseshoe Hammond sportsbook dedicates 5,300 square feet to what it calls “a best-in-class sports wagering experience.” With an HD LED video wall, chairs, lounge areas and ten betting windows, it is hard to argue with that description.

Address:

777 Casino Center Dr.
Hammond, IN 46320

Tropicana Evansville partnered with William Hill to open an in-person sportsbook in September 2019. The sportsbook is open seven days a week, features HD TVs throughout the venue, and a full service bar.

Address:

421 NW Riverside Dr.
Evansville, IN 47708

Majestic Star Casino was the last to join the list of Indiana casinos with sports betting licenses, leading to some speculation it would forgo applying for a sportsbook. The two Majestic Star Casino boats are slated to move inland and rebrand as a singular Hard Rock Casino in Gary.

That plan is still in place, but it seems Majestic Star parent company Spectacle Entertainment will be wasting no time adding sports betting to the menu. In September 2019, the Indiana Gaming Commission issued a sports wagering license to Majestic Star.

Other plans for the new casino include the construction of a $300 million facility complete with 225,000 square feet of gaming space, 2,000 slot machines, a Hard Rock Café, Hard Rock Live music venue and much more.

Current Address:

1 Buffington Harbor Drive
Gary, IN 46406

Caesars Entertainment operates four off-track betting (OTB) locations in Indiana and will install sportsbooks at three of them. The fourth, Winner’s Circle Indiana Grand, is located inside a different Caesars property that will already have a sportsbook.

Details on how sports betting will work at each of the Winner’s Circle OTBs are lacking as of today, but Caesars Entertainment already has the license it needs to host sportsbooks at each.

Winner’s Circle Clarksville Address:

650 Eastern Blvd.
Clarksville, IN 47129

Winner’s Circle OTB Indianapolis Address:

20 N. Pennsylvania St. Suite 2
Indianapolis, IN 46204

Winner’s Circle New Haven Address:

1304 Minnich Rd.
New Haven, Indiana 46774

There is also the question of Indiana’s sole tribal casino, Four Winds South Bend.

Four Winds operates as a Class II casino, which precludes the casino from offering sports wagering.

However, Four Winds officials have reportedly asked Gov. Holcomb to negotiate the casino being able to add sports betting and table games. Four Winds may eventually get involved at some point.

Address:

3000 Prairie Ave
South Bend, IN 46614

Are Online Sports Betting Apps Legal In Indiana?

Yes, Indiana online sports betting is legal as of September 1, 2019, joining other midwest states like Iowa and Illinois. Sports bettors over 21 and physically located in the state have access to several platforms with competitive odds and promotions. You also have the option to visit a casino to place a sports bet in-person.

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Online Casino Legal In Indiana

Aside from online sports betting, Indiana offers a few other legal ways to win cash prizes online. You can bet on the horses, play daily fantasy sports (DFS), or give sweepstakes casinos and poker sites a try.

However, traditional real-money online casinos and poker sites are not legal in the state.

Top Online Indiana Sportsbook Apps

Indiana currently offers 10 online sportsbooks with a few more potentially on the horizon. Here are the top five best of the best in the state:

1. DraftKings Sportsbook
2. FanDuel Sportsbook
3. BetRivers
4. BetMGM
5. PointsBet

In-Depth Online Indiana Sports Betting Apps & Bonus Offers

DraftKings Sportsbook Indiana

• Bonus: 20% first deposit match up to $1,000
• App: iOS, Android, Web Browser
• Launch date: October 3, 2019
• Why we like the DraftKings App: DraftKings offers an incredibly reliable sportsbook app with a nice selection of bets, competitive odds, and exciting ongoing promotions.

DraftKings is a massive US sports betting company that keeps all its offerings extremely competitive. At every level, this brand impresses, including highly accessible customer service and a stable app. If you’re unsure which online sportsbook to join, DraftKings is the easiest choice.

FanDuel Sportsbook Indiana

• Bonus: Up to $1,000 in risk-free betting
• App: iOS, Android, Web Browser
• Launch date: October 26, 2020
• Why we like the FanDuel App: FanDuel offers odds boosters worth checking on a daily basis. But this is also an overall fantastic online sportsbook that checks every box.

It’s tough to say whether FanDuel or DraftKings is better. One will often have better odds than the other, and the ongoing promotions are comparable. FanDuel also offers more in risk-free betting while DraftKings has a deposit bonus. Luckily for bettors in Indiana, there’s no law against joining both.

BetRivers Sportsbook Indiana

• Bonus: 100% deposit match up to $250
• App: iOS, Android, Web Browser
• Launch date: October 3, 2019
• Why we like the BetRivers App: BetRivers gas some of the best promotions on the market, including the most straightforward welcome bonus that doubles your first deposit up to $250 with just a 1x rollover requirement.

BetRivers has a terrible iOS app. Until it’s improved, we recommend playing it via web browser, even on your mobile device. However, they also have incredibly lucrative promos that include free bets every time your team scores, profit and odds boosters, and ongoing deposit matching bonuses.

BetMGM Sportsbook Indiana

• Bonus: Risk-free bet up to $500
• App: iOS, Android, Web Browser
• Launch date: February 25, 2020
• Why we like the BetMGM App: BetMGM managed to create a sports betting app that’s as exciting as its online casino. Here, you’ll find a robust platform where you can win big in a variety of ways.

BetMGM has the brand recognition and financial backing to make significant strides in the US sports betting market despite it being only a couple of years old. And they’re here to stay, with a large selection of markets, exotics, and promos that will make you forget they’re best known for their slots.

PointsBet Sportsbook Indiana

• Bonus: Up to $1,500 in 2risk-free bets Use bonus code BIGBONUS to claim
• App: iOS, Android, Web Browser
• Launch date: October 3, 2019
• Why we like the Points Bet App: PointsBet takes a lot of the features we like about other online sportsbooks and includes it on their platform. So you won’t find anything new, but you will find everything you’re looking for.

PointsBet is an Australian company that’s aggressively expanding in the US market. And we’re not complaining. They clearly know what American sports bettors enjoy, including the types of sports and bets as well as the promotions, and put it all under one roof. PointsBet also signed a deal with NBC Sports, which will help them expand into the US sports betting market.

Full List Of Indiana Sportsbook Apps

Here are the current online sports betting platforms licensed to operate in Indiana:

• BetMGM
• BetRivers
• DraftKings Sportsbook
• FanDuel Sportsbook
• PointsBet
• FOX Bet (Announced)

Everything You Need To Know About Sports Betting In Indiana

What Can I Bet On In Indiana?

Indiana does not have restrictions on betting on in-state schools, so you can bet on any collegiate or professional sporting event from the state. This includes the Hoosiers and the Pacers.

You can also place practically any form of bet. Really, you’re only limited by what the sportsbook is willing to offer. For example, you’ll have all of these bets for an NFL game:

• Straight bet
• Points spread
• Over/Under
• Parlays, Teasers, and Pleasers
• Props
• Futures
• In-game/Live betting

However, you may not find the same variety if you were to bet on a more niche international competition. You can always request the sportsbook to create a line for you as well by reaching out to their customer service.

Indiana Sports Betting Laws

The Indiana government website offers a great resource for all the rules and regulations regarding sports betting and daily fantasy sports (DFS). For anyone who’s interested in a deep dive of all the ins and outs, they have everything you need in one place.

But as an overview, you can bet on sports online in Indiana if you’re:

• At least 21 years old.
• Physically located within state lines.
• Betting at a licensed sportsbook.
• Not affiliated with the sports program you’re betting on.

You also have the option to visit one of Indiana’s many in-person sportsbooks located at casinos across the state.

Sports Betting Bonuses In Indiana

You can find a variety of online sportsbook bonuses in Indiana. You can also join as many sportsbooks as you want, so you can take advantage of every welcome bonus if you so choose:

• Signup Bonus: You receive bonus credits for creating an account, no deposit needed.
• Deposit Bonus: The sportsbook matches your first deposit by a percentage up to a maximum amount (e.g., 100% up to $250 from BetRivers).
• Risk-Free Bet: If it loses, the first bet (or bets) is refunded in bonus credits.

On top of the welcome bonuses, you can look forward to odds boosters, ongoing deposit matches, free-to-play tournaments, special parlays, and much more.

Betting At Retail Sportsbooks In Indiana

Indiana has 15 different brick-and-mortar sportsbooks located in casinos or launched in existing off-track betting (OTB) facilities. The easiest way to find them is to Google search, “Sportsbooks near me,” while located in Indiana.

The biggest concentration of casinos in Indiana are in and around Indianapolis, near the Illinois border, near Cincinnati, and near Louisville. Basically, the higher the concentration of people, the more likely it is that there’s a casino with a sportsbook nearby.

The first and second largest casinos in the state are Horseshoe Casino Hammond and Indiana Grand Racing Casino, respectively.

Indiana Sports Betting History

Indiana is a fairly conservative state in the Midwest whose gambling story starts back in 1988. This is when a state lottery was instated, which was followed quickly by bingo games. Betting on races was added to state law during the 1990s, while off-track betting became legal only a year later.

As far as casinos go, they were legalized in 1993 but with the stipulation that they had to be located on the water. This led to many casinos floating on the Ohio River and Lake Michigan where people could enjoy a hand of cards.

Later, this rule relaxed to some degree as race tracks gained the ability to offer video poker and slots.

Top Indiana Online Casino Apps

Many casino players in Indiana don’t know that they can legally win cash prizes by playing casino games online. The following sweepstakes gaming platform are underrated and legitimate ways to play and win:

• Chumba Casino
• LuckyLand Casino
• Funzpoints
• Global Poker

In-Depth Indiana Online Casino Sites & Bonus Offers

Status Of Online Gambling In Indiana

Sweepstakes sites are not traditional gambling platforms. Instead, you use site-specific currency, usually called Sweeps Coins, that you can use to play the games. The Sweeps Coins that are won can then be exchanged for a cash prize.

It’s important to specify that sweepstakes sites are more similar to McDonald’s Monopoly than it is to a giveaway promotion. If you win the minimum number of Sweeps Coins for a cash prize, you can exchange them for exactly that. The winnings are then deposited to your PayPal or Skrill wallet.

Here is an overview of each major sweepstakes casino available to players in Indiana.

Chumba Casino

When you first join Chumba Casino, you’ll receive two Sweeps Coins for free as well as tons of Gold Coins. While you can play the games with Gold Coins to your heart’s content, playing with Sweeps Coins is how you win cash prizes.

To be legal in Indiana, sweepstakes casinos must allow you to play and win without requiring a purchase. So on top of those two signup Sweeps Coins, you also receive a free Sweeps Coin every day that you login. You can also receive them by mailing in a request or by winning a social media contest.

However, you can also purchase Gold Coin packages that include Sweeps Coins as well.

To win cash prizes at Chumba, you need to win at least 100 Sweeps Coins by playing the various games. These include:

• Three-reel slots
• Five-reel slots
• Roulette
• Blackjack
• Video Poker

While you have the most options in the slots category, any game is a valid way to win enough Sweeps Coins for a cash prize.

LuckyLand Casino

LuckyLand has the same setup as Chumba Casino. The biggest differences between the two are the bonuses and the selection of games. But on both sites, you can receive free Sweeps Coins by participating in a social media contest, mailing in a request, or by purchasing select Gold Coin packages.

The LuckyLand welcome bonus is 10 Sweeps Coins for free upon sign up, which is 5x more than Chumba Casino. However, you receive 0.30 Sweeps Coins each day you log in until the seventh day, when you receive 1 Sweeps Coin.

The game selection is also different because both sites feature their own, unique games exclusive to their sweepstakes casino. At LuckyLand, there are about 40 slots (compared to about twice that at Chumba) and digital scratch-offs. LuckyLand does not have table games or video poker.

LuckyLand also lets you claim a cash prize after winning at least 50 Sweeps Coins, or half of Chumba’s minimum.

Funzpoints

Funzpoints is the most unique sweepstakes casino of the three most popular sites. Instead of using Sweeps Coins or Gold Coins, there’s a Standard mode and a Premium mode.

In Funzpoints Standard, you play for fun and earn entries into prize giveaways. These are not the same as cashing in your Sweeps Coins, it’s the type of giveaway that brands will utilize as a promotion. However, the better you do on the games, the more entries you can earn.

In Funzpoints Premium, you play directly for cash prizes, just like Sweeps Coins at Chumba or LuckyLand. You also earn entries in prize giveaways while playing in Premium mode, so you get double the incentives.

Just like with all legal sweepstakes casinos, no purchase is required to win at Funzpoints, and you have access to Premium play when you first join.

Online Poker In Indiana

Global Poker is the only legal online poker outlet that folks in Indiana have at their disposal. Thankfully, it’s a legitimate and highly popular way to win cash prizes by playing poker online against other people on the internet.

You can play ring games, sit ‘n’ go, and multi-table tournaments in the formats Texas Hold’em, Omaha, and Crazy Pineapple. Buy-ins range from micro size Sweeps Coins bets to high-roller big blinds.

Because Global Poker is accessible in every state in the US and every Canadian province except Washington and Quebec, the player pool is one of the biggest on the planet. That means anyone, experienced or brand new, can jump into the action and find plenty to enjoy.

Global Poker is owned by the same company as Chumba Casino, so they’re structured the same in terms of Gold Coins and Sweeps Coins. However, you only need 50 Sweeps Coins at Global Poker to receive a cash prize while Chumba’s minimum is 100 Sweeps Coins.

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Indiana Online Horse Racing

You can legally bet on the horses in Indiana both in-person at off-track betting (OTB) facilities as well as online at a handful of different sites.

In terms of the online options, the most popular horse racing platforms in Indiana are TVG and TwinSpires. But there are plenty of others to choose from. You can also watch the races through these sites, just like you would at an OTB facility.

Online horse race betting platforms have the same type of bonus offers as Indiana’s online sportsbooks. These include risk-free bets, no-deposit bonuses, and deposit bonuses.

Much like sports betting platforms, horse racing websites can have competing odds. So it’s likely a good idea to shop around a bit to see what the best choice is. But two safe bets are TwinSpires and TVG.

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Indiana Fantasy Sports

According to Indiana law, paid daily fantasy sports (DFS) is not considered gambling. That means it falls outside of the 21 and older restriction of sports betting and allows players 18 years or older to participate. This is generally universal across the US.

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Where Indiana differs is that lawmakers explicitly legalized DFS, so there’s no real risk of legislation coming in and blocking DFS in the state. Elsewhere, DFS is allowed but not strictly legal, meaning there’s a risk of restrictions being implemented later on.

The most popular DFS platforms are FanDuel and DraftKings, both of which are also available in Indiana as sportsbooks. You can use the same login and bankroll on both sides of the platform.

But while you can play DFS from a variety of other states, you can only bet on sports while you’re physically located in Indiana.

How Do You Deposit At Legal Online Betting Sites In Indiana?

Legal online betting sites in Indiana offer a range of deposit and withdrawal methods. They want to make sure you have as few things blocking you from placing a bet as possible, so all the platforms strive to make the deposit methods extremely accessible.

Here is a general outline of what you can expect for banking methods at an online sportsbook in Indiana:

The deposit method you choose will affect how quickly the funds are added to your account. But in most cases, deposits are instant while withdrawals can take a bit of time.

To cash out, you’ll first need to request a withdrawal, then receive an approval within 48 to 72 hours. Once the withdrawal is approved, how long it takes will depend on the method. But it shouldn’t take longer than a week, even for bank transfers.

Why Should I Trust Regulated Betting Sites?

You should trust regulated betting sites in Indiana because they’re regulated. By the very virtue of being a licensed betting platform, you can trust them to have the highest levels of web security, transparent and clear terms and conditions, and highly accessible customer service.

On the flipside, unregulated betting sites are incredibly untrustworthy. They do not have the same level of oversight as the legal platforms. That’s why it’s so important to make sure that the online sportsbook that you choose is legally licensed in the state.

As someone in a state with legal online sports betting, there’s no good reason to risk it with an illegal, offshore, unregulated site.

How Do I Know It’s A Licensed Indiana Online Sportsbook?

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There are a few ways to make sure you’re playing at a licensed sports betting site or app in Indiana. The easiest is to go to the “Mobile Go Live Authorization” page on the Indiana Government’s website, where you can find the full list of approved operators in the state.

Also, if it’s available in Apple’s App Store to people in Indiana, it’s a legal betting option. The same is not true for Google Play because they do not allow any gambling apps whatsoever, legal or otherwise. Apple only allows the legal options on their site.

You can also see who regulates the sportsbook on the website. If it’s Indiana, you’re good to play. If it’s an international jurisdiction like Malta, Curacao, or Kahnawake, it is an illegal site.

While these offshore sites do have some forms of regulations, they’re far more lenient than any US jurisdiction. And if they’re willing to break the law to offer their services, that’s a major red flag.

Indiana Online Gambling FAQ

No, traditional real-money online casinos are not legal in Indiana. This is despite online sports betting being legalized in the state. There is no news of legislation that would change the legality of online casinos in Indiana.

However, you can legally play sweepstakes casino games for cash prizes. Sites like Chumba Casino, LuckyLand, and Global Poker offer free Sweeps Coins that can be used to win Sweeps Coins. If you win enough, you can exchange them for money dollar-for-dollar.

Yes. Online sportsbooks are legal in Indiana. The Indiana Gaming Commission has approved ten sports betting apps and sites. You can find the full list here. Some of the most popular choices include DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, BetRivers, and PointsBet. To join, deposit, and withdraw, you can be anywhere in the world. But you have to be physically located in the State of Indiana to place a bet.

21. You have to be at least 21 years old to bet on sports in Indiana. That is the age requirement for gambling in the state, and applies to both online sports betting as well as physical sportsbooks.

However, because daily fantasy sports (DFS) is not considered gambling, the age requirement is 18 years old for DFS platforms, where you can pay real-money to participate and win cash prizes.

Yes. As long as you only gamble at legally licensed online sportsbooks, then online gambling is safe in Indiana. However, it’s often up to the player to ensure total safety when risking money online. It’s crucial to practice responsible gambling, which can include requesting that you’re excluded from access to online sportsbooks in Indiana. Playing at an illegal online casino could mean handing your information and finances to an unregulated company.

Each online sports betting site and app in Indiana will detail a variety of ways to keep your personal information safe in both their privacy section and frequently asked questions (FAQ). You can also reach out to their customer service for more details about account security. In general, we recommend turning on two-step authentication and changing your password four times per year to protect your account.

The Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) regulates sports betting in Indiana. They are in charge of issuing licenses, passing new rules and regulations, performing routine audits, and settling any player disputes. The IGC regulates all forms of gambling in the state, including online sports betting, in-person sportsbooks, daily fantasy sports, and casino gaming. The IGC has a robust list of resources, including an avenue to contact representatives of the regulatory body.