Affiliate & Editorial Disclosure

Last Updated: June 15, 2026

At CaptPlay, we hold ourselves to high standards of transparency. We believe that our readers should be fully informed about how we maintain this Website, the financial relationships that support our operations, and the independent process we use to evaluate US sports betting platforms. This page explains how we earn revenue, how we rank platforms, and the editorial guidelines we enforce.

1. Affiliate Commissions and Funding Model

CaptPlay is a free-to-use informational comparison platform. To keep our reviews, guides, and comparison tables accessible without subscription fees, we use affiliate marketing partnerships. This means that we may receive referral commissions (or promotional fees) from some of the sports betting platforms and operators listed on this Site.

Depending on the relevant affiliate agreement, compensation may be connected with users who:

  • Click on outbound tracking links to a sports betting operator's site
  • Register a new sports betting account with that operator
  • Engage in qualifying activity on the operator's platform

No Extra Charge: Clicking on a referral link does not add a fee or markup to the operator's advertised price or offer. Promotional availability and eligibility remain subject to the operator's current terms.

2. How Compensation Influences Placements

Our advertising and affiliate agreements may influence how and where operators are displayed on our Site. This includes:

  • The positioning or order of operators in our ranked lists and comparison cards
  • Which sports betting platforms are highlighted in promotional zones

However, affiliate compensation does not automatically determine the ratings or numeric scores assigned to sportsbooks. Our ratings use a structured comparison methodology intended to keep the evaluation criteria consistent.

3. Our Editorial Rating Methodology

To deliver useful comparisons, we apply the same published criteria to each featured US sports betting platform. Our evaluations cover factors such as:

  • Regulatory Standing: State-level licensing shown in official public records.
  • Payments: Published deposit and withdrawal choices, disclosed fees, and recurring user reports about payout experience.
  • Promotional Transparency: Welcome offers, odds boosts, eligibility rules, and wagering requirements.
  • Customer Support: Available contact channels and patterns in publicly reported customer experiences.
  • Usability: Published platform features, app-store information, navigation, and mobile access.

We make every effort to highlight both the strengths and weaknesses of each operator, giving you a complete view of what to expect.

4. Coverage Exclusions

CaptPlay does not list or evaluate every single sports betting operator or promotional offer available in the United States. We limit our focus to licensed, legal US platforms. Because of this, certain sportsbooks or localized state-specific promotions might not be covered on our Site.

5. Verifying Promotions and Bonus Terms

Welcome bonuses, deposit incentives, and sports odds are managed entirely by the respective sportsbooks. These operators modify, update, or withdraw their offers without notifying us. While we update our comparison data regularly, we cannot guarantee that every bonus display is always current. It is your responsibility to verify the active terms of any promotion directly on the operator's platform prior to registration.

6. Wagering Risks and Operator Disclaimer

Sports betting involves financial risk, including the loss of your staked capital. CaptPlay is purely an informational comparison site. We do not:

  • Operate as a sportsbook, sports betting platform, or gaming establishment.
  • Accept wagers or process betting deposits or withdrawals.
  • Guarantee payouts, profits, or successful betting outcomes.

Any sports betting actions or accounts created on third-party websites are your sole responsibility. CaptPlay is not liable for any financial losses, damages, or disputes arising from your interactions with external sportsbooks.

7. Responsible Gambling and Age Eligibility

This Site targets adults in the United States who are at least 18 years of age (or the higher legal wagering age required in their state) and reside in jurisdictions where sports betting is legally permitted. We advocate for responsible gambling. We advise all users to bet within their financial means, establish time limits, and treat betting as entertainment. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please access support resources immediately.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or require clarification about our affiliate practices or editorial methodology, please reach out to us at: [email protected].