Advocating for free, safe & engaging online social games

The Social Gaming Leadership Alliance (SGLA) champions social gaming operators who offer innovative, free-to-play entertainment experiences enjoyed by millions of Americans while promoting responsible digital entertainment.

Our partners set the standard for innovation, world class games and the responsible use of digital marketing including sweepstakes promotions. We advocate for appropriate oversight that recognizes the unique entertainment value of social online games, protects players, platforms and the community, and promotes responsible gameplay.

What we stand for

Free to play

Online social games can always be enjoyed for free. No purchase is ever required to play.

Responsible social gameplay

All types of online games should be safe, fun and fair. Our partners monitor behavior, train staff, and offer players tools to manage their play responsibly.

Protecting players, platforms and the community

Best-in-class financial crime prevention, security protocols and data protection measures are a must.

Age-restricted platforms

We believe casino-themed games are only for adults and require implementation of robust age verification processes to prevent access by minors.

Online social games are a mainstream digital entertainment category that delivers interactive board, card and casino-style games to millions of Americans. Operators provide free-to-play experiences where players can always participate without payment, with optional in-game purchases to enhance and extend gameplay.

The SGLA represents operators who, like many U.S. retailers and other businesses, large and small, across various industries, may market their digital entertainment offerings using sweepstakes promotions. Our operators follow the same established legal principles used by mainstream brands and, importantly, offer an alternative method of entry (AMOE) that is easily available and accessible.

Free

most players play without spending

$25/week

median spend of those who chose to purchase

90%

of players are between 25 and 65 years old

Latest news

California Senate Advancement of AB 831 Jeopardizes Tribal Sovereign Authority to Develop Legitimate Revenue Sources

Yesterday, the California Senate advanced Assembly Bill 831 (AB 831), legislation that would ban online social games with sweepstakes promotions in California. The Social Gaming Leadership Alliance (SGLA) strongly condemned the decision, warning it would jeopardize California jobs, shut out opportunities for economically disadvantaged tribal nations while benefiting wealthy gaming tribes, and ignore overwhelming voter preference for regulation and taxation of the innovative industry rather than prohibition.

Tribal Equity Protest Against California AB 831

Social Gaming Leadership Alliance: California Tribes Rise Up Against AB 831

On Monday, members of Kletsel Dehe Wintun Nation, the Sherwood Valley Rancheria of Pomo Indians, the Mechoopda Indian Tribe of Chico Rancheria and Big Lagoon Rancheria gathered outside the State Capitol in Sacramento to protest Assembly Bill 831 (AB 831).

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