Q&A
- How old do you have to be to bet online at PointsBet? Anyone above the age of 21 is permitted to place bets at PointsBet in Illinois.
- Can I bet on college sports on PointsBet? Yes. However, Illinois is subject to several restrictions and requirements that must be satisfied to be considered legal. Bettors have the opportunity to place wagers on the outcomes of games involving collegiate teams from Illinois. According to the state's gambling board, however, they cannot put bets on individual player props or events that are happening during the game. However, when it comes to college teams from other states, any bet that is legal and recognized is okay.
- Does PointsBet offer fantasy games? No. Although PointsBet provides customers with a wide variety of betting options, daily fantasy sports is not one of them. To take part in daily fantasy sports lineups, the best options are FanDuel and DraftKings, which provide a wide variety of lineups.
- Is there a mobile PointsBet app? Customers may get the PointsBet app for their iOS or Android smartphones by downloading it. Bettors may locate it on the App Store or the Google Play Store; however, visiting PointsBet.com is the best way to download PointsBet in its most recent version. Even with various bets available, the mobile app is easy to use. Bettors may see the list of sports by selecting the "sports" option from the bottom menu. They can access the complete list of sports by clicking the top of the page. Users will then be able to browse all of the games and betting markets for the day by tapping the sport they are most interested in.
- Does PointsBet have a rewards program? The uncomplicated rewards program offered by PointsBet USA allows clients to accumulate points for their wagering activity, which they can then redeem for site credits later. To begin, customers will earn points for each bet they make as follows: Fixed-odds betting yields one reward point for every five dollars placed in bets. Bets on parlays get one reward point for every dollar staked on them. PointsBetting earns one Reward Point for every one dollar gained or lost. After a player has accumulated a certain number of PointsBet Rewards Points, they may log in to their account and click on the "Rewards" page to redeem them for free bets at $1.00 for every 100 points earned in the PointsBet Rewards program.
Methodology
PointsBet
PointsBet Sportsbook Welcome Bonus
When a new user registers for an account at PointsBet, they are eligible for not just one but two different risk-free bets. The first one is a risk-free bet of up to $500 on the bettor’s very first wager with set odds.
Fixed odds are a more formal way of referring to anything that isn’t part of the PointsBetting format offered on the website. Spreads, moneyline, totals, props, parlays, teasers, and many other wagers are acceptable as long as the bettor places the bet using real money from their bankroll.
The second component is a risk-free wager worth up to $1,500 on PointsBet’s spread betting structure, known as PointsBetting. Again, only the first PointsBetting wager that a player makes will count toward the bonus, just as is the case with the bonus element that involves fixed odds.
Bettors are only eligible for a refund if they sustain a loss from their original bet on fixed odds and/or PointsBetting. The amount of the return is matched dollar for dollar, up to the limit of $500 and $1,500, respectively.
Therefore, if a new player makes their first wager with fixed odds and wins $200 but then makes their first wager with PointsBetting and loses $500, they will not earn a bonus on their win but will receive a full refund of their PointsBetting loss of $500. If, however, the user lost $2,000 on their PointsBetting wager, they would only be eligible for a reimbursement of $1,500 since the limit is set at that amount.
Both of these reimbursements are presented in the form of PointsBet free bets. However, free bets only repay earnings and not the original amount of the wager. Thus, bettors are best served by utilizing their free bets to wager on underdogs. They often result in greater returns.
Bettors can divide their free bets into as many as four separate wagers, according to a new feature that was introduced by PointsBet. To put it another way, clients can divide up a free bet for $500 into two free wagers at $250 each, three free wagers worth about $166.67 each, or four free wagers of around $125 each.
Because of this, bettors have more control over their bankrolls. In addition, they don’t have to put all of their eggs in one basket anymore since they have the freedom to distribute the money elsewhere, which drastically reduces the volatility.
Free wagers awarded to players must be used within seven days of being credited to their accounts. Users new to PointsBet may qualify for the signup bonus by first creating an account, logging in, and then going to the promotions area to opt-in. You can access the applicable promo code that BetChicago provides and use the provided Play Now Links which are integrated.
Getting Started With PointsBet Illinois
Visit PointsBetSportbook.com from any desktop computer to get the ball rolling on the registration procedure for those interested. In addition, mobile devices powered by iOS or Android can download the app by clicking on the exclusive link to the PointsBet Illinois app supplied on the website’s application package (APK) or by going to the iOS App Store.
Customers using mobile devices can download the PointsBet IL Sportsbook app before signing up for service. On the other hand, PointsBet simplifies the process by providing its consumers with direct download links on the welcome page of its website.
The PointsBet app gives users access to the complete spectrum of betting choices available on the PointsBet website. These options include traditional pregame wagers, PointsBetting markets, and in-play betting. Bettors also can follow the action with real-time game trackers and live streaming video for some events.
Customers will also discover that PointsBet was not exaggerating when it first promised it would provide more markets than any other bookmaker in the U.S. PointsBet’s market selection is comparable to that of the best sportsbooks in the country. In addition, the PointsBet mobile app sometimes has 300 or more betting opportunities for a single game.
Follow the procedures below to enroll in the program after the app has been installed on your device or if you are registering from a desktop computer:
- Choose “Log In” from the sidebar on the left of your desktop computer or the top-right corner of your mobile device.
- To register, go to the “Sign Up” page.
- You will need to provide your email address and a username and password to process the registration.
- On the next page, enter your full legal name, date of birth, gender, and the last four digits of your SSN. The latter information is used solely by online sportsbooks for identity verification.
- Include your full address and contact number in the space provided on the form.
- Confirm the information associated with your account and indicate that you have read and understand the terms of service before continuing.
Download for iOS
- To download PointsBet for iOS devices, search for Pointsbet in the App Store
- Alternatively, you can also open the PointsBet website and follow the links for the App Store
- There, you can download and install the app
Downloading for Android
- Open the PointsBet mobile website and click the “download” button at the Android icon
- Accept the security prompt to modify some settings that allow the installation and download of the app
- To install the APK file that you have just downloaded, open it. The device will do the rest.
To participate in games offered by PointsBet Sportsbook, customers need to be at least 21 years old. Furthermore, essential casino staff and sports bettors on state exclusion lists are prohibited from participating. All bettors have access to the following deposit options; however, the specifics of these options may change based on the state in which you are located in the U.S.:
- Online banking
- Debit and credit cards
- PayPal
- ACH ECheck
- PayNearMe
- PointsBet MasterCard
PointsBet Illinois Report Card
Who regulates PointsBet in Illinois?
PointsBet was granted a license to do business in Illinois by the Illinois Gaming Board. The regulatory body oversees all gaming operations inside the state’s borders.
Who is PointsBet’s land-based casino partner in Illinois?
There is a long tradition of collaboration in Illinois between brick-and-mortar sportsbooks and their online counterparts. This method is likewise used in many other states.
Bettors on sporting events, on the other hand, place more value on the fact that their preferred online sportsbook has a physical presence in their state, either in the form of offices or other locations. For example, the PointsBet sportsbook has formed a partnership with the Club Hawthorn Prospect Heights for those of you located in Illinois.
Does PointsBet offer access to other online games?
The sports wagering and entertainment platform known as PointsBet is designed to accommodate users with various preferences and niches. Therefore, regardless of whether you are a novice looking to have some fun or an experienced user looking for the best lines, you will probably be able to find something at PointsBet that meets your requirements.
Nevertheless, while the platform has extensive offerings in the sports betting realm, that is where it mostly ends. While the operator does have a good quality casino it offers in New Jersey and Michigan, there is none in Illinois. Moreover, no DFS offerings are available either.
How Do I Get Paid When I Win?
PointsBet cash out is available via the following options:
- Online Banking
- ACH/eCheck
- PayPal
Sports Offered at PointsBet
When you initially arrive at the PointsBet Sportsbook, you’ll be met with a straightforward display consisting of standard bets and links that have been strategically placed across the site. In this case, the emphasis is on the professional consumer and the recreational bettors.
Betting on various events is available at sportsbooks like PointsBet. Traditional sports betting is provided by PointsBet Sportsbook for all of the main sports leagues and betting on the less popular markets. This is the complete list of betting markets available:
- American Football (NFL, international, and NCAA). The NFL’s Chicago Bears are in the state.
- Basketball (NBA, international and NCAA). The Chicago Bulls of the NBA are based in Illinois
- Baseball (MLB and some international leagues). The Chicago White Sox and the Chicago Cubs of MLB are both in the state.
- Soccer (national and international leagues and events). Chicago Fire F.C. plays in MLS and is based in Illinois
- Golf
- Hockey (NHL). The Chicago Blackhawks are a popular NHL team out of Illinois.
- Australian Rules
- Motorsports (F1, NASCAR)
- Boxing
- Cricket, including Major League Cricket and the Indian Premier League
- Cycling
- MMA (UFC)
- Olympics
- Rugby, such as the Australian/New Zealand National Rugby League and the British Super League
- Tennis
- Water Polo, including the FINA Water Polo World League and the LEN Champions League
Betting Markets at PointsBet
When it first opened its doors, PointsBet made the bold promise that it would provide more betting options for the main leagues in the U.S. than “any other sports bookmaker in the world.” It would seem that this promise has been kept since PointsBet offers up to 300 different betting possibilities for each significant game that it covers.
On the other hand, the betting menu is quite limited for college markets and other specialized sports. The typical number of wagers is between 30 and 50, and this amount does not account for different spreads or totals.
- Moneyline: Those who put bets on the moneyline will predict the winner of a particular game or event.
- Point Spreads: When you bet on a team to win or lose a specific game or match via point spreads, you are betting on the margin of victory or defeat for the club you are interested in betting on.
- Under/Over: To place a bet on the total number of points or goals scored in a game via Under/Over totals, one must first assess whether the total number of points or goals scored in the match will be less than or greater than a sum provided by the bookmaker.
- Parlay Bets: A parlay occurs when multiple wagers are merged into a single “all-or-nothing” stake. This kind of wager has the potential for a significantly more lucrative payback than other bets.
- Futures: Futures bets are wagers placed before an event, match, or season. An example of a futures bet would be a wager placed on whether or not the New Orleans Saints will win the Super Bowl in 2023.
- Live Betting: Placing bets on a specific game or event as it is happening in real-time is referred to as “live betting.” As a result of the enormous rise in popularity that it has had over the last few years, live betting has emerged as one of the most prominent approaches to sports betting.
- Multipliers: Bettors can “multiply” their predicted outcome, such as the Over/Under, of two games to increase the payout. However, while there is a greater risk and reward, there is also the possibility that greater losses are incurred.
State-By-State Analysis
Risk Free Bet
$2,000
Available In
CO, IA, IL, IN, MI, NJ, NJ, PA, VA, WV