Daily fantasy sports laws vary from state to state, and Dabble plays by the rules everywhere we operate. To make sure everyone's playing in the right place, we use a geolocation service to verify your location.
Good news: social features are open to players across the entire U.S. Real-money games, though, are only available in select states - you can check whether yours made the list right in the app, or via the link here.
One important thing to know: eligibility comes down to where you physically are, not where your ID is from. Even if you're carrying an ID from an eligible state, you'll need to be physically present in a permitted area to play real-money games.
Having location trouble? Let's fix it
Please make sure you have followed the steps outlined below if you have encountered a problem with your location:
Turn on Wi-Fi. This helps your device pinpoint your location more accurately using nearby network info - you don't even need to be connected to a network for this to help.
Mobile: Go to Settings > Wi-Fi and switch it on
Allow location access. Make sure location services are turned on for both your device and the Dabble app.
Android: Set location mode to "High Accuracy."
iOS: Check that Dabble has location permissions enabled under Privacy settings.
Optimize Device Settings:
Turn off Battery Saver or Low Power mode - these can interfere with GPS.
Disable VPNs, proxies, or mock location settings.
Make sure Developer Options are switched off, since they can mess with location accuracy.
Reinstall the app. Delete Dabble, grab the latest version from the app store, and try verifying your location again. A device restart after reinstalling can help too.
Check for Location-Altering Tools: Apps like AnyDesk or similar tools can block accurate location verification - remove them and try again.
Avoiding Future Location Troubles
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and other geolocation-masking tools are a no-go on Dabble. If we detect a VPN or any other location-altering method, your account will be blocked from depositing, withdrawing, and submitting entries.
Also worth knowing: some places are off-limits for online gaming no matter what state you're in - think federal lands, tribal lands, stadiums, and casino properties, along with other locations restricted by local regulations.
A heads up on account activity: things like sharing accounts across devices or logging into multiple accounts from the same device can trigger an automatic geolocation block. These can't be manually lifted, so it's best to avoid the behavior altogether.
A few habits that'll keep you playing
Use only one account per device and avoid sharing devices across multiple accounts
Ensure you are located in states where Dabble supports real-money games
Avoid accessing the app from restricted zones, including federal lands or other prohibited areas
Regularly update the app to maintain compatibility with state regulations and improved location accuracy