Effective October 21, 2026
Where we stand
MilkyWaySpin helps people understand Milky Way; it does not exist to keep anyone playing longer. We never present sweepstakes games as a way to earn money, and this page is linked from every screen.
Habits that keep you in control
- Set a weekly entertainment budget and stop when it is spent.
- Use a timer for every session.
- Let losses go. Chasing them almost always makes things worse.
- Play clear-headed, not when tired, upset or drinking.
- Keep priorities straight: bills, work, family and sleep first.
Signs to watch for
- Repeatedly playing longer or spending more than planned.
- Borrowing, or using money meant for bills.
- Hiding play from people close to you.
- Restlessness or irritability when not playing.
- Seeing play as a fix for money worries.
Taking a pause
Ask the crew in ground control chat for a cool-off, a permanent closure or self-exclusion. Screen Time (iPhone) and Digital Wellbeing (Android) can limit or block apps, and many U.S. card issuers offer gambling transaction blocks.
Free, confidential support
- National Problem Gambling Helpline: call or text 1-800-GAMBLER, 24/7.
- National Council on Problem Gambling: ncpgambling.org
- Gamblers Anonymous: gamblersanonymous.org
- Gam-Anon (family and friends): gam-anon.org
Keeping minors out
Milky Way is for adults 18+ (21+ where required). Lock your devices, keep logins private and use parental controls on shared phones and tablets.
Questions? Contact us. Eligibility details: Sweepstakes Disclaimer.