Ready to place your bets in Connecticut? Here’s a quick guide.
Choose A Sportsbook And Sign Up
First, choose a sportsbook. You have three options, though you could sign up for all three if you would rather shop around and compare the odds at all three Connecticut oddsmakers.
You can either download the sportsbook app via the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, or you can visit the sportsbook’s desktop website. Either works, though be prepared to download a geolocation software if you choose desktop. Also, once you’ve signed up, you can switch between desktop and mobile at will using one account. It just helps to sign up using one platform.
To sign up, just click “register” or “sign up” where prompted. PRovide personal details as requested by the sportsbook. You’ll need to provide the following info:
- Your first and last name
- Home address (doesn’t need to be in CT)
- Phone number
- Email
- Date of birth
- Password (you will create one based on the sportsbooks parameters)
- Government-issued photo ID
- Social security number
These details will be used to confirm that you’re of age and aren’t creating a duplicate account.
In some cases, you may need to confirm your email address or phone number by clicking a link that has been emailed or texted to you.
Make A Deposit (And Claim A Bonus)
Next, it’s time to fund your account. If you’re using DraftKings, the sportsbook will match your first deposit 20% up to $1,000, so long as you’ve opted in for the bonus. FanDuel and SugarHouse have variations on risk-free bets, so you don’t have to worry about depositing as much at those books.
Use the method you feel most comfortable with. Most sportsbooks offer PayPal, which is one of the best deposit methods you can find. Try to avoid credit and debit cards. They come with interest fees or can be flagged as fraudulent by the issuing bank.
Making a deposit is simple when you sign up; the sportsbook will likely take you right to the deposit page. Contact customer service if you have any questions.
Place A Bet
Now that you’ve signed up and made your first deposit, you can place a bet.
To start, find the match you’d like to bet on. For our example, we’ll say we want to bet on the Chicago Bears point spread vs. the green bay Packers (the game will have happened by the time you read this, but the example is still helpful). Let’s first find the odds on DraftKings under the NFL section, then click on the Bears-Packers game. Here are the spreads and odds:
- Chicago Bears +9.5 (-105)
- Green Bay Packers -9.5 (-115)
Let’s say we’re betting on the Chicago Bears +9.5. Select that option to add it to your betslip. Your betslip will automatically open up. Now you can type the amount you’d like to wager. At these odds, a $100 bet would pay out $195.23 if the Bears covered the spread.
Click “place bet” and wait for DraftKings to confirm the bet has been processed.
That’s it, you’re all set! From there, all that’s left is to hope your bet hits.
