How Rollover-Style Sweepstakes Work (Bigger Pots, Faster Claims)

Rollover-style sweepstakes are designed to keep energy high and prizes moving. When a prize isn’t claimed in time, eligibility expands or the pot may grow—so more people have a shot and the prize gets claimed faster. Here’s how that idea comes to life at ZipSweep.

Quick refresher: How ZipSweep’s daily draw works

• Each day, ZipSweep randomly generates a winning code made up of two parts: a U.S. ZIP code and a unique user ID.
• If the person with that exact code logs in and claims by 9 PM, the prize is theirs—no tickets, no payments, no catch.
• If it isn’t claimed by 9 PM, we may roll the prize over and make it available to anyone in that ZIP code on a first-come, first-served basis.

Rollovers happen at our discretion. They’re a community-powered way to keep the fun local and make sure prizes actually get claimed.

What “rollover” really means

In sweepstakes generally, a rollover can do one or both of the following:

• Expand eligibility: Open the unclaimed prize to a wider group (for us, everyone in the winning ZIP code).
• Increase the pot: On some promotions, a sponsor or host may add value to an unclaimed prize before it’s re-offered.

At ZipSweep, a rollover primarily expands eligibility to the entire winning ZIP, first come, first served. On select specials, we may also boost the prize. When that happens, we’ll label it clearly so you know a pot has grown.

Why rollovers lead to faster claims

• Local momentum: When the whole ZIP can jump in, more people are watching—and ready to act.
• Clear urgency: First come, first served after the cutoff makes response time matter.
• Simple mechanics: No tickets or purchases to slow anyone down.

A day-in-the-life example

1. We draw a winning code: ZIP + unique user ID.
2. The exact match can claim any time before 9 PM.
3. If unclaimed by 9 PM, we may roll it over to the entire winning ZIP.
4. Once rolled, it’s first come, first served for people in that ZIP until the prize is claimed.

Tips to never miss a win

• Open your daily reminder emails—we use them for the day’s draw and the occasional update.
• Check in before the 9 PM cutoff so you’re ready if a rollover opens to your ZIP.
• Act fast on rollovers—first come, first served means speed matters.

Fair, free, and privacy-minded

• ZipSweep is a free sweepstakes funded by advertising—this is not a lottery or gambling.
• We only use your email to send daily reminders and occasional updates, and we never share your details unless you say it’s OK.

FAQ

Does a rollover always increase the prize amount?
Not necessarily. At ZipSweep, rollovers primarily expand eligibility to your ZIP. If a promotion boosts the prize, we’ll make that clear.

When exactly is the cutoff?
The claim window closes at 9 PM as posted in the app/site for the day’s draw.

How many times can I win?
See the official rules for any limits that may apply to a given promotion.

What makes rollovers “fair”?
The initial draw is random, and rollover claims are first come, first served within the eligible ZIP. No purchase is ever necessary.

That’s the whole idea: bigger neighborhood excitement, faster claims, and a fun, free daily shot at something good. Check today’s draw and see if your ZIP is in play.