Gold Coins

Gold Coins are the entertainment currency that many sweepstakes casinos use for social play. At Courtside Casino, the same role is filled by Courtside Coins, so this page uses that name while explaining how it compares to Gold Coins elsewhere.

What Are Gold Coins and Courtside Coins?

Courtside Coins are virtual currency for fun. You can use them to play casino-style games, but they have no cash value and can't be redeemed for prizes. Think of them as chips in a home game with friends. They make the game entertaining, but they don't pay out real money.

How Sweepstakes Casinos Use Two Types of Currency

Sweepstakes casinos generally run on two currencies. The first is the entertainment coin, which covers social play. The second is a promotional currency that may be eligible for prize redemption under the sweepstakes rules.

At Courtside, the second currency is called Courtside Cash. It's the equivalent of what many brands call Sweeps Coins. Courtside Coins and Courtside Cash are tracked separately, so it helps to know which one you're spending before you play.

How to Get Courtside Coins

Courtside offers several ways to add Courtside Coins to your account:

• Welcome bonus: New players who register and complete verification are credited 1,000 Courtside Coins automatically. No promo code is needed.
• Daily refill: When your Courtside Coin balance reaches zero, 1,000 Courtside Coins are credited automatically, once per day.
• Coin purchases: Players can buy Courtside Coin packages, which come with a matching amount of Courtside Cash.

Each purchase also includes bonus Courtside Cash. The packages scale from $10 to $500, and the Courtside Coin amounts are listed on the site before you buy.

Can You Buy Gold Coins?

Yes, you can buy Courtside Coins. Purchases are optional, and you never need to buy anything to play. Accepted payment methods include ACH, Mastercard, PayPal, and Visa. All transactions are in US dollars.

Before you can buy a package or redeem a prize, you'll need to complete identity verification. That means providing a government-issued photo ID, such as a passport or driver's license, along with proof of address.

How Courtside Coins Work in Games

Courtside Coins work like the play currency in any social casino. Choose a game, set your bet using your Courtside Coin balance, and play. Wins and losses in Courtside Coin mode affect only your Courtside Coin balance.

Courtside Coins can be used across all casino-style games in the lobby. That includes slots, table games, live dealer titles, and arcade or instant win games. The platform also offers sports picks and Pack Store features, which you can read about in the app.

Game software comes from a range of providers, including Evolution Gaming, Hacksaw Gaming, Red Tiger Gaming, and Playson, among others.

Gold Coins vs. Sweeps Coins: The Key Difference

This is the most important part of the page. Here's how the two currencies compare at Courtside:

• Courtside Coins are for entertainment only. They have no cash value, can't be redeemed for prizes, and can't be transferred.
• Courtside Cash is the promotional currency. It can be used in sweepstakes mode, and winnings from it may be redeemed for real prizes once you meet the requirements.

If you only want to play for fun, Courtside Coins are all you need. If you want to pursue prizes, you'll need to understand the Courtside Cash rules.

Do Courtside Coins Have Cash Value?

No. Courtside Coins hold no cash value. You can't cash them out, redeem them, or trade them for money or prizes.

Can You Redeem Courtside Coins for Prizes?

No. Only winnings from Courtside Cash may be eligible for prize redemption. To request a redemption, you'll need to accumulate at least 50 Courtside Cash and meet the playthrough requirement. The current playthrough requirement is listed as 1x, but you should confirm the latest figure in the Official Rules before you play.

Redemptions are available through bank transfer, PayPal, Venmo, or Push-to-Card. PayPal, Venmo, and Push-to-Card are typically processed within minutes to a few hours. Bank transfers can take 2 to 5 working days.

Can Courtside Coins Be Converted Into Courtside Cash?

No. Courtside Coins can't be exchanged or converted into Courtside Cash. The two currencies are kept separate. Courtside Cash comes from specific bonuses and purchases, not from converting your entertainment balance.

How to Check Your Courtside Coin Balance

Your current balance appears in the Courtside app. Check it before you play to keep track of your entertainment funds. If a balance looks wrong or a bonus hasn't appeared, contact support.

Do Courtside Coins Expire?

They can. If your account has no gameplay activity for 60 consecutive days, it becomes dormant, and all virtual coins in the balance expire automatically. Playing at least once within that window keeps your account active. Regular play or logging in doesn't change this rule, so review the Official Rules for the full details.

Limits, Restrictions, and Eligibility

Courtside has several rules that apply to all players:

• You must be 18 or older.
• The platform is available only in the United States, excluding California, Connecticut, Idaho, Louisiana, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, and New York.
• Only one account per player is allowed.
• Full identity verification is required before purchases and redemptions.
• Courtside operates as a mobile app. There is no desktop or browser version for gameplay.
• Courtside does not currently offer a VIP or loyalty program.
• The platform doesn't list tournaments or jackpots.

Does Gold Coin Play Affect Your Sweeps Balance?

Courtside Coins and Courtside Cash are separate balances. Playing with Courtside Coins doesn't add to your Courtside Cash, and it doesn't count toward a redemption. Redemption eligibility depends on Courtside Cash winnings and the playthrough and minimum balance requirements. For the precise rules on how each currency affects eligibility, read the Official Rules.

Free Entry Options for Courtside Cash

Courtside also offers a free method of entry, sometimes called a mail-in entry. Players can request free Courtside Cash by generating a unique postal entry code from their account profile and mailing a handwritten request. Only one request can be active at a time, and each code expires after 30 days. Full guidelines are in the Official Rules, and this method doesn't require a purchase.

Official Rules and Customer Support

For the complete terms, including playthrough details, expiration rules, redemption processing, and arbitration provisions, read the Official Rules and Terms of Use inside the app. These documents control how Courtside Coins and Courtside Cash work.

If you have questions about your balance, a bonus, or a redemption, you can reach support through the in-app FAQ, live chat, or by email at support@courtsidescasino.com. For a full overview of the platform, visit the Courtside Casino review.