About BetDecoded

BetDecoded explains US sports betting in plain language. Where it's legal, how odds and bet types actually work, what the fine print on a bonus really says, and how to keep your money safe while you do any of it.

The betting map in America changes every few months: new states launch, rules shift, court fights redraw what "legal" even means. Most of what ranks on these questions is either a sportsbook trying to sign you up or an affiliate site optimized to funnel you toward a promo code. We think there's room for a site that just answers the question.

What we are

• An information site: state-by-state legality guides, odds and bet-type explainers, and consumer-safety coverage.
• Source-first: claims trace to regulators, court records, and named reporting. Every page shows a "Last verified" date.
• Honest about uncertainty: when we can't verify a number, we say so instead of guessing. Read our editorial policy for exactly how that works.

What we are not

• Not a sportsbook. You cannot place a bet here, ever.
• Not a picks service. We don't sell predictions or "locks."
• Not a fan of offshore books. We cover them only to explain their risks.

Contact

Corrections, questions, or feedback: [email protected]. If we got a fact wrong, we want to know within the hour.

If gambling has stopped being fun for you or someone you know, help exists and it works: call 1-800-GAMBLER or see our responsible gambling resources.