Contest & Sweepstakes Rules
Official rules and disclaimers for app usage and contest participation
App Purpose & Educational Use
Sweepedia is an educational application designed to:
- Teach users about sweepstakes safety and scam prevention
- Provide educational content about legitimate contest practices
- Help users identify potentially fraudulent sweepstakes
- Offer safety tips and best practices for contest participation
This app does NOT:
- Organize, sponsor, or conduct any contests or sweepstakes
- Guarantee any prizes or winnings
- Endorse any specific contests or sponsors
- Provide legal, financial, or professional advice
General Contest Participation Rules
ELIGIBILITY:
- You must be at least 18 years old (or age of majority in your jurisdiction)
- You must be a legal resident of a jurisdiction where the contest is legal
- You must comply with all local, state, and federal laws
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
- No purchase necessary for legitimate sweepstakes
- Follow all official rules provided by the sponsor
- Use only authorized entry methods
Safety Guidelines
NEVER:
- Pay money to enter legitimate sweepstakes
- Share sensitive personal information (SSN, bank details)
- Rush into contests without reading official rules
- Trust contests that seem "too good to be true"
ALWAYS:
- Verify contest legitimacy through official channels
- Read complete official rules before entering
- Keep records of your contest entries
- Report suspicious contests to appropriate authorities
Contact & Support
For app-related questions: info@sweepedia.com
To report scams:
- Federal Trade Commission: ReportFraud.ftc.gov
- Your state's Attorney General office
- Better Business Bureau
