1.) Create an email address dedicated just for your IWG play. Many times after you play an IWG you may or may not get offers or a Thank You note for entering from the company sponsoring it. So by having an email just for IWG/Sweepstakes play it will eliminate a lot of bulk in your regular mailbox. Also create a folder and save your IWG notifications for your records. This also helps so you know who to contact in case you do not receive your prize.

2.) Use RoboForm! By utilizing a password and form generator like RoboForm it will dramatically cut back on the amount of time it takes you to enter IWGs. It can also manage all the IWG accounts and passwords you create. I highly suggest you use the same user id and password for your IWGs and Sweepstakes entries so you can do one click logins, form fills, etc.

3.) When seeking out new Sweepstakes and IWGs to enter read the rules to make sure you are eligible to play and win. It would be quite a disappointment to get a winning message and then find out you were not eligible to play so your prize was forfeited.

4.) If the rules require a UPC or Code to play check the rules for alternate methods of entry. Some IWGs will provide codes and/or UPCs instantly or via email if you do not have one. You can also check the UPC Database or Google for UPCs and/or codes.

5.) Play games with lots of prizes, more prizes equal increased odds of winning. Also games with short entry periods or those restricted to residents of certain states will also increase your odds of winning. Notice that I’m not saying don’t play the games with few prizes, I’m just saying your best odds on winning a prize are in games that offer a multitude of prizes.

6.) Utilize all opportunities to play. If you can play three times daily then play three times. However don't play three times back to back, spread out your entries to try and hit a winning time.

7.) Some games require the latest version of Flash or other similar software. If you do not have it you may still be able to play. Look for a "click here for IWG results" link or similar message. If you experience difficulty loading an IWG make sure you are using the latest version of the software required to play the game or use a different browser. Typically I use Firefox for browsing the internet and reading my email; however I use Internet Explorer when I play IWGs.

8.) Vary your times of play, IWG times are randomly generated times. Also vary the order in which you play the sweepstakes. I personally like to play IWGs late at night around Midnight CST is when I start to play. This is when the games usually reset to the new day so sometimes I am able to sneak in and get one of the first wins for that day.

9.) Don't forget to check your email spam box for prize notifications. Also add prize notification email addresses if they are provided after playing a IWG or Sweepstakes. A common email address that you may want to add to your address book now is: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Also open snail mail that looks like junk mail, it could be a prize notification or affidavit for a recent win.

10.) Sometimes before the game plays out if you look up at the URL you can tell if you will be a winner or not. I advise that no matter what you see win or not you let the game play out, better safe than sorry right?