Play+, also known as the PlayPlus Card, is a deposit method that includes elements of prepaid debit cards and e-wallets for maximum convenience and speed.

Bettors can sign up for a Play+ card and fund it electronically to make same-day deposits to licensed betting sites. In addition, customers receive a physical Play+ card to withdraw cash at ATMs and shop anywhere that accepts Discover.

High success rates, no deposit fees, and instant withdrawals make the Play+ prepaid card one of the most popular deposit methods. Today, most betting apps and online sportsbooks accept Play+ deposits.

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The point above about high success rates is important because many card issuers still decline online sports betting and gambling transactions. Those who have had trouble funding their online betting accounts with credit and debit cards can use Play+ as a practical workaround.

For bettors who have had problems depositing with their credit or debit cards, Play+ serves as a convenient workaround. They can still use their cards to fund their betting accounts, but by routing it through Play+, they avoid any restrictions their banks may have on gaming transactions.

Additionally, customers receive a physical Play Plus card linked to their Play+ accounts. When they withdraw their winnings from a betting site to their Play+ accounts, they have several options for what to do with that money:

• Transfer the funds from their Play+ account to their bank account
• Visit an ATM to withdraw the funds as cash
• Make a purchase at any retailer that accepts Discover

Bettors may sign up for Play+ accounts and cards for free with no credit check necessary. And because Play+ is a prepaid debit card account, there is no way to overspend when using the debit card to make purchases or withdraw cash at ATMs.

Each online sportsbook operates an independent Play+ program, so details like how they refer to it and which funding methods are available vary. Below are overviews of how Play+ deposits work at the most prominent online sportsbooks.

How Play+ Betting Deposits Work

Depositing with Play+ is like using PayPal to fund an online betting account, except customers also receive a physical card in the mail to use for purchases and ATM cash withdrawals.

The bettor’s first successful deposit triggers Play+ to mail a physical card to their registered street address within 10-14 days. The first deposit occurs instantly in the meantime, meaning customers do not have to wait for the physical PlayPlus card to arrive.

Here is a step-by-step guide to depositing at betting sites that accept Play+:

1. Log in to your online betting account
2. Visit the cashier and select “Play+”
3. Select “enroll” or “add funds”
4. After enrolling, upload funds via credit/debit card, instant bank transfer, or PayPal (funding options vary)
5. Select an amount to deposit to your Play+ account
6. Select an amount to move from Play+ to your online betting account

Continue below for more details about the registration and depositing process.

Signing Up for A Play+ Account

Bettors who don’t already have PlayPlus accounts are prompted to enroll the first time they select it as a deposit method.

Signing up for a Play+ account literally takes two minutes because it involves a timed identity verification quiz consisting of four multiple-choice questions. The quiz asks questions like “In which county have you lived” and “In which city is [an address of somewhere you once lived].”

Customers have exactly two minutes to complete the quiz, presumably to deter identity thieves from looking up publicly available information to find the answers to someone else’s verification questions.

It’s surprisingly easy to sign up for an account because that’s all there is to it. After answering the questions, the account is established. So, anyone who doesn’t want to use Play+ should quit before answering the ID verification questions.

Play+ Funding Methods

After registering, bettors can choose from any of the available funding methods. Credit cards, debit cards, and bank transfers are the default options in all states, but customers in some states may also load funds via PayPal.

Bettors can choose a method, input an amount to deposit, and follow the on-screen instructions to load their Play+ accounts. The typical process for each funding method follows:

• Credit or debit card: Provide your card number, CVV, and expiration date. Depending on your state, Play+ accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. The minimum deposit is $1.
• Online bank transfer: Select your bank from the list of accepted banks, then log in using your existing online banking username and password to authorize the deposit. The minimum deposit is $1.
• PayPal: After choosing this method and confirming the deposit amount, hit the “PayPal Checkout” button and log in with your PayPal credentials to approve the transaction. The minimum deposit is $1.

PlayPlus Betting Pros and Cons

PlayPlus is a popular deposit method because it is tough to name any disadvantages. Many sportsbooks even recommend Play+ as the first deposit method new customers should use.

However, some Play+ aspects may not work for everyone, so below is a summary of its primary pros and cons.

In addition, the following video from Play+ outlines some of its more prominent advantages when used for online sports betting or gambling at a casino.

Play+ Online Horse Racing Betting Deposits

Play+ is an uncommon banking method for online horse racing betting, but a handful of operators accept Play+ deposits.

Horse racing betting sites that accept Play+ deposits:

• BetMGM Horse Racing
• FanDuel Horse Racing
• TVG
• WatchandWager
• NYRA Bets
• 1/ST Bet
• Day At The Track

Play Plus Card Accepted States and Brands

Most prominent online betting brands accept Play+ card deposits, but its availability also varies by state. In other words, some sportsbooks offer Play+ in some states but not others. The following tables provide a complete list of online sportsbooks, horse racing betting sites, and casinos that accept PlayPlus deposits, categorized by state.

Play+ Betting FAQ

Below are answers to frequently asked questions regarding Play+ betting deposits. Betting sites have a certain amount of leeway in setting their own Play+ deposit and withdrawal policies, so some details will vary from one sportsbook to the next.

If readers cannot find the answer to a question here, their best option is to contact their sportsbook’s customer support team for assistance.