Sweeps Rules

Milkystar Slots Sweeps Rules

MilkyStar Slots Sweepstakes Rules

Date Updated: October 14, 2024

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NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT TO PLAY OR WIN. AT MILKYSTAR SLOTS IT IS ALWAYS FREE TO ENTER OR WIN OUR GAMES. NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT TO PLAY OR WIN. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. 

MAKING A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND WILL WON'T INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. SUCCESS IN OUR FREE CONTESTS DOESN'T GUARANTEE SUCCESS IN REAL-MONEY GAMBLING  AND NO ACTUAL MONEY IS REQUIRED TO PLAY. 

SOME LOCATIONS MAY PROHIBIT OR RESTRICT PARTICIPATION.

These Rules Regarding Sweepstar Coins (“Sweeps Rules”) set out DDV, inc rules regarding the collection, use, and redemption of Sweepstar Coins. These Rules are to be read in conjunction with our Terms & Conditions of Use, Privacy Policy, Responsible Social Gaming Policy, Customer Eligibility Requirements, and any other documents which form part of our documentation (the “Documentation”). Any terms defined in the Documentation and not defined in the Rules have the same meaning as set out in the Documentation. If you have any questions, please contact support at [email protected].

Milkystar Slots is a digital platform dedicated to providing users with engaging and entertaining gameplay experiences. In addition to its gaming offerings, Milkystar Slots introduces a unique feature: the distribution of Sweepstakes entries, known as 'Sweepstar Coins'. These coins can be utilized for Promotional Play, allowing participants the opportunity to earn additional 'Sweepstar Coins'. Notably, these accumulated coins can be redeemable for tangible or real rewards and prizes.

1. Associated Documents

It's imperative to understand that these Sweepstakes Guidelines should be interpreted alongside the Milkystar Slots Terms of Service (ToS). Any terminology defined within the ToS retains its designated meaning when referenced in these Sweepstakes Guidelines.

2. Critical Notice

Participants should be aware of the following stipulations:

  • These Sweepstakes Guidelines encompass section 20 from the ToS. This clause emphasizes the relinquishment of rights to initiate or participate in any collective, group, or representative legal actions.

  • All disputes, whether past, present, or future, between the participant and Milkystar Slots must be resolved through individual arbitration. However, participants have the option to opt-out within a specified period. For a detailed understanding of this provision, please refer to section 6 of these Sweepstakes Guidelines.

3. Definitions Pertaining to Eligibility

  • Residency: Open to legal residents of the U.S. (excluding Washington and Idaho).

  • Age: The legal age of residence in their jurisdiction of the permitted Residencial Territories. 

  • Exclusions: Employees, their immediate families, and those living in the same household of the Sponsor and its affiliates are ineligible.

  • Compliance: Participants must adhere to these rules and the decisions of the Sponsor, which are conclusive.

  • Participant: An individual who engages in Promotional Play.

  • Promotional Play: Represents MilkyStar's sweepstakes promotion.

Only Eligible Participants can engage in Promotional Play. Participants must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age or have attained the age of majority in their respective jurisdiction, whichever is later, at the time of entry. PARTICIPATION IS VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

  • The Sweepstakes adheres to all relevant federal, state, provincial, territorial, and local laws and regulations. Participants must ensure that their participation is lawful and in compliance with the regulations of their residing jurisdiction.

  • By participating, individuals express their full and unconditional consent to these Eligibility Guidelines and to MilkyStar's decisions. These decisions, made at MilkyStar's sole discretion, are conclusive and binding concerning the Sweepstakes.

  • To be eligible for a prize, participants must meet all stipulations outlined in these Eligibility Guidelines.

Exclusions

  • Employees, officers, and directors of MilkyStar, its affiliates, subsidiaries, advertising, contest, fulfillment, and marketing agencies (collectively termed as "Sweepstakes Entities") are ineligible to participate. This ineligibility also extends to their immediate families (parents, children, siblings, spouses, regardless of where they reside) and those living in the same household (whether related or not).

  • Former employees of MilkyStar are prohibited from participating in the Sweepstakes for a period of three (3) years from the termination of their employment.

  • Any prizes won during the testing, development, or support phases of the Promotions are not eligible for redemption.

Critical Notice:Participants should be aware of the following stipulations:

  • These Sweepstakes Guidelines encompass Section 20 from the ToS. This clause emphasizes the relinquishment of rights to initiate or participate in any collective, group, or representative legal actions.

  • All disputes, whether past, present, or future, between the participant and Milkystar Slots must be resolved through individual arbitration. However, participants have the option to opt-out within a specified period. For a detailed understanding of this provision, please refer to Section 6 of these Sweepstakes Guidelines.

4. MilkyStar Sweepstakes: How to Enter and Collect Sweepstar Coins

  • Account Creation and Access:

    • To participate in the MilkyStar Sweepstakes, you must have an active Player Account. If you don't have one, you can create it for free:

  1. On the MilkyStar website at www.milkystarslots.com.  

  2. To enter the Sweepstakes, sign into your Player Account through the website or app.

Methods to Collect Sweepstar Coins

Purchase Bonus: When buying Gold Coins for social gameplay on MilkyStar, you may receive Starsweep Coins as a complimentary bonus. The exact number of bonus Starsweep Coins will be specified during the purchase process. All Gold Coins purchases are final and non-refundable.

Social Media Contests: Participate in no-cost giveaway contests on MilkyStar's official social media pages at facebook.com. Follow the contest instructions, which might include actions like sharing posts or answering game-related questions. The amount of Starsweep Coins for each giveaway will be specified on the respective contest post.

Daily Bonus: Log into your Player Account daily to receive free Starsweep Coins. If eligible, a pop-up will appear, prompting you to claim your Daily Bonus by clicking the "Claim" button. This bonus can be claimed once every 24 hours, resetting at 12:00 EST.

Facebook Connection Reward: Participants can earn additional rewards by linking their Facebook account to the MilkyStar Website. 

Phone Verification Reward: An incentive is provided to participants who verify their phone number with their MilkyStar account.

Referral Rewards: Participants can earn Starsweep Coins by inviting friends using a unique personal link. To qualify for the reward, the invited friend must accept the invitation, sign up, and make a deposit. Please note that there's a cap on the number of invites a participant can send within a 24-hour timeframe. The exact number of Starsweep Coins rewarded to the participant will vary based on the actions taken by the invited friend.

Postal Request: Players can receive free Starsweep Coins by sending a standard postcard or piece of white paper which must be 4” x 6”, unfolded, blank and unlined (a “Request Card”) and placed inside a stamped #10 envelope (limit one (1) Request Card per envelope) addressed in handwriting and satisfying the requirements set out below: 

Obtain Starsweep Coins by sending a handwritten request

  • Use a 4” x 6” blank, unlined, unfolded card.

  • Place the card inside a stamped #10 envelope

  • Handwritten return address on the front of the envelope and the words: “Sweepstakes Credits" 

  • Handwrite all of the following on one side of the card:

    • Full name as on government-issued ID.

    • Registered email address.

    • Registered residential address.

    • Statement: “I wish to receive Starsweep Coins to participate in the sweepstakes promotions offered by MilkyStar. By submitting this request, I confirm that I have read, understood, and agree to MilkyStar's Terms of Service and Sweeps Rules.”

  • Send the envelope to:

    • Digital Dreamscape Ventures Inc, Sweepstakes Department, 12400 Timberland Blvd #104-PB115, Fort Worth, TX 76244

  • Each valid request will earn you 1 Sweepstar Coins. Ensure legible handwriting; illegible entries will be voided.

Important Notes:

  • Only one request card is allowed per envelope.

  • Ensure your handwriting is clear. Illegible entries will be voided, and the decision on legibility rests solely with MilkyStar.

  • Requests must be posted from the same state or province as the participant's verified address. Any deviation will render the request invalid.

  • Starsweep Coins Display and Allocation: The total Starsweep Coins a participant possesses will be visible in their Customer Account on the MilkyStar website. Please be aware that the allocation of Starsweep Coins to participants is subject to change at any given time, based on the sole discretion of the Sponsor/Promoter.

  • Liability for Requests: MilkyStar's Sponsor/Promoter is not liable for any Starsweep Coins requests or allocations that are lost, delayed, incomplete, deemed invalid, unintelligible, or misdirected.

  • Account Disputes: Should there be any contention regarding the registration of a Customer Account, the authorized holder of the email address used during registration will be recognized as the participant. The term "authorized account holder" refers to the individual to whom an email address is assigned by an internet service provider, online service provider, or any other entity responsible for assigning email addresses for the domain linked with the submitted email.

  • Prohibition of Automated Systems: Utilizing automated systems or other methods to participate, acquire Starsweep Coins, or play games is strictly forbidden. Engaging in such practices will lead to immediate disqualification and the participant will lose their eligibility to engage in the games.

  • Starsweep Coins Validity: Starsweep Coins remain valid for a period of sixty (60) days from the participant's last login to their Customer Account. Post this duration, the Starsweep Coins will automatically expire.

  • Forfeiture of Starsweep Coins: If a participant's Customer Account is terminated, suspended, or closed for any reason, the Starsweep Coins in that account may be forfeited. The decision to forfeit lies at the discretion of the Sponsor/Promoter.

5. Using Sweepstar Coins to play games

  • Participants can use Starsweep Coins to play games on MilkyStar Slots, with a chance to win more Starsweep Coins. Starsweep Coins won through the game play can be redeemed for real prizes.

  • Different games require varying amounts of Starsweep Coins, which are displayed next to each game. Participants can increase their Starsweep Coins to potentially win more.

  • Only games played with Starsweep Coins allow for real prize redemptions. Prize details can be found under the “Win Table” or “Pay Table” button.

  • Each Starsweep Coins won through gameplay (excluding other collection methods mentioned on section 4) is equivalent to US$1 when redeemed.

  • MilkyStar's decisions regarding sweepstakes operations, the game, prize allocations, and winnings are final and binding.

  • Unless Sponsor/Promoter requires otherwise, participants must play their allocated Sweepstar Coins at least up to 4x before redeeming them for prizes. However, the Sponsor/Promoter might require multiple plays (up to 20 times) before redemption eligibility for prizes. Participants understand that, MilkyStar may impose other Playthrough Requirements on Sweepstar coins under various circumstances or promotions terms. Only certain games count towards meeting these requirements.

  • Unless the Sponsor/Promoter requires otherwise "Playthrough Requirement(s)" refers to the number of times Sweepstar Coins must be played before they can be redeemed for Prizes. For example, if a Sweepstar Coin has a 4x Playthrough Requirement, you must use that coin to play games 4 times before you can redeem it for a Prize. So if you receive 1 Sweepstar Coin, you would need to play games totaling 4 Sweepstar Coins before becoming eligible for Prize redemption.

    The Sponsor/Promoter reserves the right to change the prize win rates and odds anytime of the Sweepstakes. Participants should check the “Win Table” or “Pay Table” button regularly to see updated details. It is the sole responsibility of the Participant to check the Prize win rate each time before they participate.

  • Additionally, game Contribution Requirements are structured to maintain fair gameplay, with slot games contributing 80-90% toward Playthrough Requirements, while other game types contribute 8-9%. These contribution percentages are designed to discourage participation in potentially exploitable games.
  • MilkyStar can review a participant's play for irregular patterns and withhold withdrawals if irregular play is detected.

6. Prize Verification and Compliance

ALL PRIZES AWARDED THROUGH MILKYSTAR ARE SUBJECT TO OUR VERIFICATION PROCESS. DECISIONS MADE BY MILKYSTAR REGARDING ALL MATTERS RELATED TO THE PROMOTIONS ARE FINAL AND BINDING. REGARDLESS OF ANY INDICATIONS OF WINNING OR THE BALANCE IN A PARTICIPANT'S ACCOUNT, NO PRIZES ARE CONSIDERED WON OR REDEEMED UNTIL THE PARTICIPANT HAS BEEN VERIFIED AS ELIGIBLE, THE POTENTIAL WIN HAS BEEN VALIDATED, ALL FULL COMPLIANCE WITH TERMS OF SERVICE AND SWEEPS RULES HAS BEEN MET, AND THE PARTICIPANT HAS BEEN NOTIFIED OF THE COMPLETED VERIFICATION. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO DETERMINE WHAT CONSTITUTES EVIDENCE OF WINNING AND MAY VOID ANY PRIZE THAT, IN OUR SOLE DISCRETION, WAS INFLUENCED BY SOFTWARE MALFUNCTIONS, TECHNICAL ISSUES, OR FRAUDULENT ACTIVITIES. OUR VERIFICATION PROCESS MAY TAKE UP TO ONE MONTH AFTER RECEIVING ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS AND PASSING OUR KYC AND LEGAL REVIEW. WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY DELAYS RELATED TO PRIZE DISTRIBUTION. MILKYSTAR WILL NOT RECOGNIZE SCREENSHOTS OR ANY OTHER ALLEGED PROOF OF VICTORY AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR ITS OFFICIAL VERIFICATION PROCEDURE.

  • Winning any prize is contingent upon fulfilling all requirements set forth in these rules and being in full compliance with Sweeps Rules.

  • MilkyStar may request potential prize winners to sign and return an affidavit/declaration of eligibility and a liability/publicity release (except where prohibited) to claim their prize (if applicable).

  • Any potential prize winner who cannot be contacted, fails to sign and return the required documents (collectively "Affidavits and Waivers") within the stipulated time (if applicable), or does not comply with these Sweeps Rules, that potential winner forfeits the prize. If the prize or its notification is returned as undeliverable, the prize will be forfeited.

  • In the event that a potential winner of a Sweepstakes prize is disqualified for any reason, Sponsor/Promoter may, in its sole discretion, reseed the prize back into the Sweepstakes.

7. Entry Conditions, Release, Indemnification

By engaging in MilkyStar promotions, participants commit to:

Comply with and abide by:

  • The Terms of Service

  • The Sweeps Rules

  • All MilkyStar decisions, which are conclusive and binding

  • All applicable laws and regulations.

Release of Liability: Participants agree to release and not hold MilkyStar, its parent, subsidiary, and affiliated entities, the providers of the prizes, and any other organizations involved in the administration, advertising, or promotion of the Sweepstakes, as well as all of their past and present officers, directors, employees, agents, and representatives (hereafter referred to as the "Released Entities") accountable for:

  • Any claims, expenses, or liabilities, including damages to persons or property, whether they arise from negligence or any other cause.

  • Violations of personal rights such as privacy breaches (including unauthorized disclosure, intrusion, public exposure of private information, or any other legal theory), defamation, slander, or libel.

  • Infringements on rights of publicity, trademarks, copyrights, or other intellectual property rights.

  • Any harm, including death or personal injury, resulting from participating in the Sweepstakes, submitting an entry, or from the acceptance, misuse, or use of prizes, including any related travel or activities.

Indemnification: Participants agree to:

  • Protect, defend, and indemnify MilkyStar against any claims, expenses, and liabilities, including reasonable legal fees, that arise from or relate to their participation in the Sweepstakes or their acceptance, use, or misuse of any prizes.

By participating in the Sweepstakes, entrants acknowledge that they understand and accept these terms, ensuring a clear and comprehensive understanding of their rights and responsibilities.

MilkyStar retains the right to terminate any participant's account at its discretion. In such instances, we aren't bound to redeem any Starsweep Coins. We might also restrict or prevent participants from redeeming Starsweep Coins, as we see fit.

Participants pledge to protect and not hold MilkyStar/Promoter/Sponsor and its associates responsible from any claims or liabilities (including legal fees) that arise from their involvement in the Starsweep Coins promotions, acquisition of Starsweep Coins, playing games with Starsweep Coins, winnings Starsweep Coins, or prize redeeming Starsweep Coins.

8. PRIZES

  • A player's Starsweep Coins balance can be viewed in their MilkyStar Account.

  • If a player opts to redeem prizes for cash, the payment will be made in USD or the currency of the player's residence, as indicated in their MilkyStar Account. Payments will be directed to the financial account or online wallet used to purchase Gold Coins. If this isn't feasible, an alternative account nominated by the player will be used. Sponsor/Promoter reserves the right to require the use of the same payment method for redemption of prizes as was used to purchase Gold Coins, or a specific payment method at Sponsor/Promoter’s discretion.

  • For those redeeming prizes as gift cards or vouchers, these will be sent to the registered email address associated with the player's MilkyStar Account.

  • MilkyStar will process prize redemptions only if the redeemed value is US$50 or more, which equates to a minimum of 50 Starsweep Coins. Thus, a player's account must hold at least 50 Starsweep Coins before initiating a prize redemption request.

  • TO QUALIFY FOR A STARSWEEP COINS PRIZE OR REDEMPTION:

    1. A player must be an eligible participant in accordance with these guidelines.

    2. The details provided by the player must align with those in their MilkyStar Account.

  • For residents or those physically present in New York and Florida, the maximum redeemable value of a Starsweep Coins prize from a single play or spin is US$5,000. Any prize exceeding this value of US$5,000 will be adjusted to this maximum of US$5,000.

  • MilkyStar/Sponsor/Promoter, at its discretion and right, may limit a player's redemption of Starsweep Coins to US$10,000 per day. The number of prizes awarded will not exceed the stated amount.

  • MilkyStar/Sponsor/Promoter is not responsible. Players are responsible for any taxes, fees, or foreign exchange-related costs arising from prize redemption. MilkyStar is not liable for any additional costs due to foreign exchange fluctuations.

  • Starsweep Coins are non-transferable. Starsweep Coins are not transferable and no substitution will be made except as provided herein at the Sponsor’s/Promoter’s sole discretion. Sponsor/Promoter reserves the right to substitute the listed prize of equal or greater value for any reason owing to circumstances outside Sponsor’s/Promoter’s reasonable control.

  • Prize winners will be informed via private message or email.

  • To be considered a winner, players must comply with these guidelines. Even if an online screen suggests a win, it's not confirmed until the player's eligibility is verified, and they've adhered to these guidelines. MilkyStar's validation process is the sole determinant of a win, and screenshots or other alleged proofs won't be accepted.

  • Potential winners may need to provide documentation to MilkyStar, which could include a consent for publicity rights, tax liabilities acknowledgment, claims waiver against MilkyStar, and eligibility verification.

  • If a potential winner is unreachable, fails to provide the required documentation within the stipulated time, or doesn't adhere to these guidelines, they will forfeit their prize.

9. Publicity and Privacy Provisions

Publicity Consent: By participating in the Sweepstakes, except where prohibited, each Participant grants MilkyStar and its authorized agents the right to use the Participant's name, likeness, photograph, voice, opinions, and/or hometown and state/province/territory for promotional, advertising, and marketing purposes across all media platforms, globally, worldwide, without any further notification, permission, or compensation.

Privacy and Data Handling: All other personal information collected by MilkyStar during the Sweepstakes will be used primarily for the administration of the event and the awarding of prizes. Participants acknowledge and consent to:

10. General Provisions

  • MilkyStar retains the right, at its sole discretion, to cancel, suspend, or modify any part of the Sweepstakes or these Sweeps Rules immediately due to unforeseen circumstances or factors beyond its control. This includes, but is not limited to, instances of fraud, technical disruptions, or any other factors that might compromise the integrity or proper functioning of the Sweepstakes.

  • MilkyStar reserves the right to disqualify any individual found to be tampering with the entry process, violating these Rules, or acting in a manner deemed unsportsmanlike, disruptive, or with intent to annoy, abuse, threaten, or harass any other participants.

  • Any deliberate attempt to compromise the legitimate operation of the Sweepstakes may be in violation of criminal and civil laws. In such cases, MilkyStar will seek damages to the fullest extent permitted by law against those responsible. The non-enforcement of any specific term in these Sweeps Rules by MilkyStar does not constitute a waiver of that provision.

  • In any situation not covered by the above, MilkyStar reserves the right to make changes to the Sweepstakes. Notifications regarding any modifications, suspensions, or cancellations will be communicated via www.milkystarslots.com, such as the official MilkyStar platform or alternative channels.

  • Should there be any modifications to the Sweepstakes, participants are required to review and accept the updated terms upon their next interaction with the platform. Continued participation in the Sweepstakes post-modification indicates acceptance of the revised terms. If participants disagree with the updated Rules, they should refrain from further participation.

10. Liability Limitations

As allowed by applicable laws in the respective regions, MilkyStar and its associated entities (hereafter referred to as "Released Parties") are not liable for:

  • Any incorrect or inaccurate information, whether caused by a Participant, printing errors, or by any equipment or programming associated with or utilized in the Sweepstakes.

  • Technical disruptions of any nature, including but not limited to malfunctions, interruptions, or disconnections in phone lines, network hardware, or software.

  • Unauthorized human intervention at any stage of the entry process or the Sweepstakes.

  • Technical or human errors that might arise during the administration or operation of the Sweepstakes.

  • Any harm or damage to persons or property which may be caused, directly or indirectly, from a Participant’s involvement in the Sweepstakes or from receiving or using or misusing any prize.

  • If, for any reason, a Participant's Sweepstakes currency (e.g Starsweep Coins) is erroneously deleted, lost, or otherwise compromised, the sole remedy available to the Participant is the replacement by MilkyStar of an equivalent amount of the said Starsweep Coins.

  • MilkyStar and the Released Parties assume no responsibility for lost, late, stolen, undelivered, inaccurate, incomplete, delayed, misdirected, or damaged entries or any other technical or human errors that might compromise the integrity of the Sweepstakes. This includes, but is not limited to, errors related to computer hardware, software, network failures, or any other issues that might affect entry submissions or the overall operation of the Sweepstakes.

  • If the Sweepstakes cannot run as planned due to reasons like computer viruses, tampering, unauthorized interventions, fraud, technical failures, or any other causes that might corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, or proper conduct of the Sweepstakes, MilkyStar reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify, suspend, or cancel the Sweepstakes.

  • All participants acknowledge that the Sweepstakes is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with any third-party platforms, including but not limited to Google Inc. or Apple Inc. Participants agree that neither Apple nor Google will be responsible or liable for any damages or losses of any kind arising out of the Sweepstakes.

11. Dispute Handling

The provisions detailed in Section 20 of the Terms of Service (ToS) titled "Dispute Resolution and Arbitration Agreement" are hereby incorporated into these rules with the same force and effect as if they were fully detailed herein.

By agreeing to these rules, participants confirm their acceptance to be bound by the dispute resolution and arbitration provisions specified in Section 20 of the ToS.

Unless restricted by applicable laws, all matters concerning the interpretation, validity, and enforceability of these rules, or the rights and obligations of participants, MilkyStar, and any associated entities in relation with the Sweepstakes, will be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware. This interpretation will be done without regard to any choice of law or conflict of law rules that might lead to the application of laws from any jurisdiction other than the State of Delaware.

12. OTHER

  • Liability Limitations: Participants cannot seek or claim any form of damages, be it punitive, incidental, consequential, or others, beyond their actual direct expenses related to participating in this Sweepstakes. This means participants can only claim costs directly associated with their involvement in the Sweepstakes. Claims for attorneys' fees or damages that multiply or increase the original amount are not permitted. However, certain jurisdictions might not recognize these limitations or exclusions on liability for incidental or consequential damages, so they might not apply to every participant.

  • Governing Law: All matters related to the interpretation, validity, and enforceability of these rules, as well as the rights and obligations of participants and Milky Star in relation to the Sweepstakes, will be governed by the laws of the State of Delaware. This is without regard to any choice of law or conflict of law principles, irrespective of whether they are of the State of Delaware or another jurisdiction. This ensures that only the laws of the State of Delaware will be applied.

  • Communication and Support: Milky Star is committed to maintaining the fairness and integrity of this promotion for all participants. For any questions or clarifications, participants can reach out via [email protected]. Additionally, important updates or communications might be posted on Milky Star's official Facebook page for wider visibility.

  • Online Conduct: Participants are expected to maintain a respectful and positive online presence, especially on MilkyStar's official Facebook page. Any participant found posting harmful, spiteful, or derogatory comments, either towards other participants, Milky Star fans, or MilkyStar itself, will have their comments removed and will be disqualified from the Sweepstakes. In severe cases, MilkyStar reserves the right to report such behavior to Facebook, which could result in the participant's Facebook account being temporarily suspended or investigated. Milkystar reserves the right to alert Facebook to any such behavior and Participant may have his/her Facebook account frozen pending investigation.