is Dabble legal in Ohio or not? Legal guide for Ohio players

Daily fantasy sports have been regulated in the Buckeye State since 2018. However, does that mean that Dabble is legal in Ohio today? In this guide, we aim to clear this up for you.

Although all may seem fairly obvious, you may be left a little surprised by the answer. Fortunately, we’ve made sure that we cover everything from the legal position and available contests to the minimum age requirements and the steps taken to join, allowing you to leave with the full picture—time to get started.

Is Dabble legal in Ohio?

To start, let me quickly mention that Dabble is not legal in Ohio. However, as things stand, you will be able to download the app and check out the social element of the site. Unfortunately, aside from that, you will be unable to enter the real-money contests here.

Rather surprisingly, Ohio has fully legalized and regulated daily fantasy sports across the state. This has been the situation since January 2018. However, we did notice that license fees will vary based on the current client base. This may be something that Dabble is taking into account, or they may not have applied for a real-money DFS license in Ohio yet. In the interim, you can still check out the social side of things.

When looking at the legal status across other US states, we soon found that Dabble was legal in California. However, the approach here is the complete opposite of Ohio. In fact, the Golden State has yet to regulate daily fantasy sports through the state but has allowed Dabble to offer its full range of real-money DFS contests – it just shows that you shouldn’t assume Dabble is legal in Ohio or other states based on state laws alone.

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How does Dabble work in Ohio?

In this next section, we want to focus on the key features of Dabble that make it such a popular choice for many. However, as you cannot access all of them in Ohio, we will provide you with a well-rounded look at what you can expect in a state like Texas, where Dabble is legal.

1. Dedicated Dabble app

Over at Dabble, you will find that you can only get involved with the full experience by downloading the dedicated app. You can soon find a link by visiting the mobile site or simply searching for Dabble in the iOS or Android app stores.  

2. Swift verification process

For those of you in Ohio, this isn’t a crucial part of the process. That being said, you will still be presented with the chance to verify your identity as soon as you have created your account. Those playing in a state where Dabble is legal will be expected to complete this before entering any real-money contests. Currently, Dabble makes use of ID Comply. To pass checks, you’ll need to be able to present a photo ID, provide a selfie, and share a household bill that is dated within the last 3 months.

3. Competitive welcome bonus

To help get your experience up and running, Dabble provides you with the chance to unlock a $10 no-deposit bonus. This is only available to new users visiting from a state where Dabble is legal to operate. To unlock, you will be expected to create your account and pass verification checks. Within 24 hours, you’ll find a $10 no-deposit bonus has been released. This must be used on entries within 14 days for it to be considered played through. If not, it will be removed from your account.

4. Great sports and market coverage

Over at Dabble, you’ll find that you can build your selections based on all types of outcomes. For instance, you could predict a player will pass, rush, or receive for more or less than 100 yards by simply selecting the higher/lower tab. This will instantly add the outcome to your picks. This table highlights the selection of sports available to you in April

5. Huge emphasis on ‘banter'

This is one element of the DFS platform that is accessible to all, including states where Dabble is not legal, like Virginia, Alabama, and Ohio. Once registered, you’ll find that you are free to start mingling with other players, building a list of followers along the way. Here, you can chat, view the latest picks, and even comment on them. Just bear in mind that only those visiting from a state where Dabble is legal can enjoy the ‘copy bet’ feature.

6. More control over your entries

Dabble allows you to have complete control over your selections, too. In fact, you can choose whether you go ‘all-in’ or ‘hedge’ your selections here.

Going all-in means that you will need all of your picks to result in a win for any winnings to be added to your account. Hedging, however, allows you to have a few failed picks and still walk away with winnings. Currently, the maximum multiplier you can unlock is 1,000x with an all-in 12-pick entry.

7. Withdraw winnings swiftly

One of the real standout features of Dabble is its swift withdrawals. Any of you who manage to land a winning selection will find that any winnings are added to your account within minutes. If you look to withdraw before 3 pm, you can find winnings processed on the very same day. Those submitted after 3 pm will be processed on the following day. To withdraw, you’ll need to follow these steps:

1. Click on the settings menu, depicted by a cog
2. Click to add a new bank account
3. Enter all relevant details into the boxes on the screen
4. Go to your profile
5. Click on the ‘withdraw’ tab
6. Choose your bank account
7. Enter the amount you wish to withdraw
8. Submit your request

Pros and Cons of Dabble in Ohio

Pro and Con

• Accessible to those over 18 years old
• Option to keep things social
• Available on the go through a dedicated app

• Cannot enter real-money contests

Become a member: A look at how to join Dabble in Ohio

Before we leave you to decide whether Dabble is the right choice for you, let us first mention that we have some great alternatives available in the banners on this page that are fully legal in the Buckeye State. Of course, for those of you who like the idea of simply keeping it social, you can always follow this step-by-step to get things underway.

1. Click on one of the links within this guide to take you over to Dabble today
2. Download the app through the mobile site or visit the app store
3. Work your way through the registration process, providing some basic details
4. Read through the fine print, enter any bonus codes, and create your new player account
5. Check your emails for a one-time code to help verify your details
6. Return to Dabble to authorize your account by passing KYC checks
7. Once all has been confirmed, you’ll be free to keep it social and get involved with the ‘banter’ through the app
8. Make sure you bookmark this page, check back regularly, and become the first to find out if/when Dabble becomes legal in Ohio

Enjoy the social elements of all that Dabble has to offer in Ohio today

Although Dabble is not legal in Ohio, all is not lost. For those interested in getting involved with the ‘banter’, you can still download the app and sign yourself up here. Just bear in mind that you’ll need to be at least 18 years old and may still be required to pass KYC checks.

From here, you’ll find that you won’t have access to the latest Dabble bonus or have the freedom to filter through sports and markets before going all-in or hedging your picks. In the interim, you can make use of the best alternatives found in the banners on this page or simply use Dabble in Ohio as a social tool.

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