Is online gambling legal in Florida?

Florida has no state income tax, but winnings are subject to federal income tax, with 24% withheld on wins over $5,000. The Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling operates the 1-888-ADMIT-IT helpline.

Only what is listed as legal above is licensed. Anything else offered to you online is unlicensed and gives you no protection.

Online sports betting is legal on sites licensed in Florida. Online casino is banned in Florida. Online poker is banned in Florida. The lottery is legal on sites licensed in Florida.

The minimum age on record for gambling in Florida is 21+.

0% (no state income tax). Winnings are subject to federal income tax, with a 24% withholding rate on wins over $5,000.

There are approximately 1 licensed operators in Florida as of June 2026.

Always verify a casino holds a valid Florida Gaming Control Commission licence before depositing.

Florida Gaming Control Commission's website

Prominent operators in Florida

If a site isn't on the regulator's licensee register, ask the regulator before you play: an unlisted site is usually not licensed here (a register can lag behind a new licence). An unlicensed site is outside the regulator's supervision, so you cannot complain to the regulator about it.

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   1. Contact the Operator Directly

   The first step for any dispute regarding wagers, payouts, or account issues is to contact the customer service department of Hard Rock Bet.

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   2. File a Report with the State Regulator

   If the issue cannot be resolved with the operator, a player can report the activity to the Florida Gaming Control Commission. The FGCC provides a tipline and online form for reporting illegal or suspicious activity.

   File a Report with the FGCC
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   3. Contact the Tribal Regulator

   As the operator is tribal, disputes may also be directed to the Seminole Tribal Gaming Commission, which has primary oversight of the gaming operations.

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  Verify the Brand

  Confirm you are using 'Hard Rock Bet.' Any other brand offering online sports betting in Florida is an illegal, offshore operator.

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  Look for the Official App

  Only download the Hard Rock Bet app from the official Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Do not download apps from third-party websites.

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  Check for Geolocation

  The legal app will use mandatory geolocation software to confirm you are physically located within the state of Florida before allowing you to place a wager.

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  Confirm Responsible Gaming Seals

  The app and website should prominently display responsible gaming information, including the 1-888-ADMIT-IT helpline number and links to the Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling.

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  Secure Payment Methods

  The site must use legitimate, US-based payment processors like major credit cards, PayPal, and regulated ACH bank transfers. The presence of cryptocurrency as a payment option is a major red flag for an illegal offshore site.

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  It's legal to play on any online casino or sportsbook that accepts Florida players.
  Reality

  This is false. Only the Hard Rock Bet platform is legal for online sports betting in Florida. All other online sportsbooks and all real-money online casinos are illegal. Playing on them is a violation of state law, and these sites offer no consumer protection.

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  Daily Fantasy Sports pick'em games are legal skill games in Florida.
  Reality

  The Florida Gaming Control Commission considers these games to be a form of illegal sports betting. The FGCC has sent cease-and-desist letters to major operators demanding they stop offering these products to Florida residents.

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  My winnings aren't taxed in Florida.
  Reality

  While Florida has no state income tax, all gambling winnings are still subject to federal income tax. For significant wins (e.g., over $5,000 from sports betting), operators are required by federal law to withhold 24% and report the winnings to the IRS via a W-2G form.

What you can expect from a licensed site's offers in Florida. The rules operators must follow are on the operator page.