The New England Patriots will take on the Seattle Seahawks this Super Bowl Sunday, and officials are alerting sport betters on scams.
The New York Attorney General's Office is giving advice to football fans on how to avoid getting scammed from betting on the Super Bowl.
They say to do your research and learn what other users are saying about the platform before betting. Read the consumers reviews from sites like the Better Business Bureau or Trust Pilot to know the legitimacy of those gambling sites and apps.
The next piece of advice is making sure you read the fine print on bonuses and other promotion. Some sites will offer risk-free bets but only on a $1,000 bet. If you lose, then you won't get your money back.
Beware of unexpected restrictions on accessing your account as well. Sites will lock you out of your account not just for suspicion of illegal activity, but also having an unfair advantage.