Help & Frequently Asked Questions

Below are answers to the questions players ask most often. If you can't find what you're looking for, please reach out through our Contact page and a real person will get back to you.

Getting Started

Is WinDailyGames really free?

Yes. WinDailyGames is free to use, and you will never be asked for a credit card, payment information, or a subscription. The site is supported entirely by advertising, which means the cost of running the games and paying out prizes is covered by the ads you see during play. You will never pay anything to enter, play, or win.

Do I need to create an account?

Yes. A free account is required to play games, track your token balance and streaks, and enter the daily sweepstakes drawing. You can also enter the daily sweepstakes for free without playing on the site through our mail-in alternate method of entry, which is described in full on our Official Rules page.

How do I sign up?

From any page on the site, click "Sign Up" or "Get Started." You will be asked for your email address, a password, and a few basic pieces of information that confirm you are eligible to play. You will receive a confirmation email — click the link in that email to activate your account. The whole process takes less than a minute.

Who can play?

WinDailyGames is open to legal residents of the fifty United States and the District of Columbia who are at least eighteen years old, or the age of majority in your state, whichever is older. The site is not available in U.S. territories or outside the United States. Full eligibility terms are on our Official Rules page.

What devices does the site work on?

WinDailyGames is built for phones, tablets, laptops, and desktop computers. The site works in any modern web browser — Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox, and others. There is no app to download. You sign in through your browser and play.

Does it cost data or use a lot of battery?

The site is designed to be lightweight. Game play uses a similar amount of data as browsing a typical news website. If you are on a limited mobile data plan, playing over Wi-Fi will reduce data usage.

Playing the Games

What games are available?

WinDailyGames offers daily sweepstakes entries, instant-win scratch games, prize wheels, and trivia across multiple categories. The exact lineup refreshes daily — you will see what is available when you sign in each morning.

How often can I play?

Most games can be played once per day. Some refresh more frequently, and trivia questions and instant-win opportunities may be available throughout the day depending on your tokens. The full daily lineup resets at midnight Eastern Time.

What happens at midnight?

Every calendar day on WinDailyGames begins fresh at midnight Eastern Time. Your previous day's plays close out, the day's drawings are decided, and a new lineup of games appears. If you played yesterday, your streak counter ticks up. If you missed yesterday, your streak resets — but your tokens, account, and entry history are not affected.

What are tokens?

Tokens are the site's virtual point system. You earn tokens by playing games and answering trivia questions, and you can spend them on extra entries to the daily sweepstakes, additional instant-win plays, and other game opportunities. Tokens are not real money, cannot be redeemed for cash, and cannot be purchased. They exist only inside WinDailyGames as a way to track and reward your activity.

How many tokens do I get for playing?

Token rewards vary by game and activity. Answering a trivia question correctly earns more tokens than answering incorrectly, but both earn something — there is no penalty for getting an answer wrong. Completing all the trivia in a quiz earns a completion bonus. Streaks earn escalating bonuses as you play more consecutive days.

Can I lose tokens?

You can spend tokens on extra entries and game plays, which reduces your balance. Tokens are never taken away as a penalty. If you stop playing for a while, your tokens stay in your account waiting for you.

What are streaks?

A streak is the number of consecutive days you have played on WinDailyGames. Streaks unlock bonus tokens and other rewards as they grow. Missing a single day does not reset your streak immediately, but missing more than one day in a row will. The exact rules and rewards are shown on the streak indicator when you sign in.

What happens if I get a trivia question wrong?

You still earn tokens — just fewer than if you had answered correctly. We designed trivia to be enjoyable rather than punishing, and we believe most people should get most questions right most of the time. If you ever encounter a trivia question you believe is factually incorrect, please contact us so we can review it.

Prizes & Winning

What can I win?

The headline prize is the daily $100 cash drawing, awarded to one player every day. The site also runs instant-win games where players can win additional tokens and, on certain days, cash and merchandise prizes that are clearly labeled when they are available.

How is the daily winner picked?

Each day's winner is selected at random from all eligible entries received during that day's entry period (midnight to 11:59:59 PM Eastern Time). The drawing is run after the entry period closes. The full details of the drawing methodology, including how ties and ineligible entries are handled, are on our Official Rules page.

How will I know if I won?

The daily winner is contacted by email at the address associated with their WinDailyGames account, typically within twenty-four to forty-eight hours after the drawing. You will not be contacted by phone call, text message, or social media for a prize win. If someone claiming to represent WinDailyGames contacts you through any channel other than your registered email and asks for personal information, payment, or fees to "release" a prize, it is a scam — please do not respond and let us know through our Contact page.

What do I have to do to claim my prize?

Winners are asked to confirm their eligibility, provide a delivery method for the prize (most commonly a prepaid debit card, PayPal, or ACH transfer), and complete any tax documentation required by law. Full claim procedures and deadlines are in our Official Rules. There is never any fee, payment, or purchase required to claim a prize.

Do I have to pay taxes on a prize?

In the United States, sweepstakes winnings are generally treated as taxable income. Winners may receive a Form 1099 from Flatiron Media if the prize value meets the reporting threshold, and are responsible for reporting winnings on their federal and state tax returns. WinDailyGames does not provide tax advice — consult a qualified tax professional with questions about your specific situation.

Is the daily drawing really random?

Yes. The daily drawing uses a random selection from the pool of eligible entries received during that day's entry period. The selection methodology is described in our Official Rules. The drawing process and winner records are auditable by Flatiron Media's internal compliance team.

Why don't I win every day?

Hundreds or thousands of players enter the daily drawing on any given day. Only one of them wins. The drawing is random, meaning every eligible entry has an equal chance, and there is no way to increase your odds beyond entering. Some players enter for months without winning; others win earlier. That is how random drawings work.

Can I increase my odds of winning?

You can earn additional entries to the daily drawing by spending tokens you have collected through gameplay. Each entry has an equal chance, so more entries means more chances — but no entry has a higher chance than any other entry. There is no way to pay for entries or pay for better odds.

Has anyone actually won?

Yes. The site runs a daily drawing every calendar day, and a winner is selected for each one. We will display recent winner information on the site as the prize program matures and we have user permission to publish.

Account & Privacy

How do I change my email address or password?

Sign in to your account, go to "Account Settings," and update your email address or password from there. You will need to confirm the new email address by clicking a link sent to it.

How do I delete my account?

You can request account deletion through our Contact page or through the "Account Settings" page when signed in. We will close your account and delete the associated personal information, subject to records we are legally required to retain (such as tax records for prize winners). Account deletion is permanent — your token balance, streak, and entry history cannot be restored.

What information do you collect about me?

When you create an account, we collect your email address and any registration information you provide. As you use the site, we collect information about which games you play, how often, and basic technical information about your device and connection. Full details are in our Privacy Policy.

Do you sell my personal information?

No. We do not sell your personal information to data brokers. Advertisers on the site receive aggregated, anonymized targeting categories rather than your personal identity. The full description of what we share and with whom is in our Privacy Policy.

Why do you ask survey questions?

Some games and prompts on the site include optional survey questions — for example, asking about your interests or general lifestyle. Answers help us show you ads that are more relevant to you and tailor the trivia and game lineup to player preferences. Survey questions are optional, and you can skip them.

I think I have two accounts. Can you merge them?

Yes — contact us through our Contact page with the email addresses associated with both accounts and we will combine them. Note that having two simultaneous active accounts is against our Terms of Service, so consolidating is the right move.

Is the site secure?

Communications between your browser and the site are encrypted in transit using HTTPS. Passwords are stored using industry-standard hashing rather than stored in readable form. Access to personal data is limited to staff who need it. No online system is perfectly secure, but we operate the site with the level of care we would want for our own personal information.

Advertising & Sponsored Content

Why are there ads on the site?

WinDailyGames is supported entirely by advertising — the ad revenue from your visits funds the daily prize, the technology, and the team. The alternative would be charging users, which we have decided not to do. Ads are how the site stays free for everyone.

How can I tell what's an ad and what's a game?

All advertising on the site is labeled. Sponsored content cards within the game lineup are marked "Sponsored" or "Ad." Display ads and video ads are visually distinct from game content and use the standard ad disclosures required by industry guidelines. We will never disguise an advertisement as a game, a prize, or a winning notification.

What if I see an ad I think is deceptive or inappropriate?

Please let us know through our Contact page. We work with ad partners that have quality standards, but no ad network is perfect. When we are notified of an ad that violates our standards, we work with our partners to remove it.

Are some of the ads from other Flatiron Media properties?

Yes, sometimes. WinDailyGames is operated by Flatiron Media, LLC, which also runs other consumer websites including EverydayWinner.com. Some advertising on WinDailyGames will promote those other properties. Those ads are labeled the same way as third-party ads.

Trouble Playing

A game won't load or is acting strange.

Try refreshing the page. If the problem continues, try signing out and signing back in. If you are on a phone, closing the browser tab and reopening it usually resolves the issue. If the problem persists after that, please contact us with a description of what is happening, the type of device you are using, and the browser you are using. We will look into it.

I think the site charged me for something.

WinDailyGames does not charge users for anything — there is no premium tier, no in-app purchase, and no place to enter a credit card on the site. If you see a charge on your card or bank statement that references WinDailyGames or Flatiron Media, please contact us right away and we will investigate. It is most likely fraudulent activity unrelated to us, and we want to help you address it.

I forgot my password.

Click "Sign In," then click "Forgot Password." You will be sent an email with a link to reset your password. If you do not receive the email within a few minutes, check your spam folder. If it still does not arrive, contact us and we will help.

I'm not receiving emails from WinDailyGames.

Check your spam folder first — confirmation and prize notification emails sometimes land there. Add our sending address to your contacts or safe-sender list to make sure future emails come through. If you still are not receiving emails, contact us with the email address on your account and we will investigate.

About the Site & the Company

Who runs WinDailyGames?

WinDailyGames is operated by Flatiron Media, LLC, a privately-held New York limited liability company that has been running consumer sweepstakes and content websites since 2005. More information is on our About page.

How is WinDailyGames different from EverydayWinner.com?

Both sites are operated by Flatiron Media, but they are different products. EverydayWinner is an entry-based sweepstakes site. WinDailyGames is a daily-play games destination — you come to play games every day, and the daily drawing is part of the experience. Some users participate in both. You can use either one independently of the other.

How can I contact you?

Through our Contact page. For questions about a specific drawing or prize, please include the date and the email address associated with your account.

How can I report a problem with the site?

The same way — through our Contact page. We read every message, and a real person responds.

Where can I find the full rules and legal terms?

Our Official Rules cover the daily sweepstakes in full legal detail. Our Terms of Service cover the rules of using the site. Our Privacy Policy covers how we handle your information. All three are available at the bottom of every page.