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

Proposed Ban on Online Social Games with Sweepstakes Promotions Would Cost New York Over $230 Million Annually 

The Social Gaming Leadership Alliance (SGLA) today released new economic modeling showing that a thriving online social games with sweepstakes promotions industry contributes more than $230 million annually to New York’s economy.  

Public Polling Shows Support for Social Gaming  

A nationwide poll reveals that Americans overwhelmingly oppose banning online social games with sweepstakes promotions

Economic Impact of Online Social Games With Sweepstakes Promotions in New York

Economic modeling shows that online social games with sweepstakes promotions generated more than $230 million of economic activity in the state in 2024

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