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How to Play Lotto
Pick your 6 numbers: Choose 6 numbers from 1 through 53. You can select your own numbers based on personal preference, or use the Quick Pick option for a random computer selection.
Decide on your number of draws: Most lottery terminals let you enter the same numbers for multiple consecutive draws. This can save time and ensures you never accidentally miss a week's draw with your favourite numbers.
Double-check your ticket before leaving: Always review the numbers printed on your ticket at the retailer before walking away. Errors must be reported immediately — once you leave, corrections are generally not possible.
Store your ticket safely: Keep your ticket in a secure place. You cannot claim a prize without a valid ticket. Some players photograph their tickets as an additional backup.
Check results after the draw: Visit our Lotto results page after each draw to compare your numbers against the 6 winning numbers and the bonus ball. Results are usually available within minutes of the official draw.
Claim your prize: Small prizes can normally be claimed at authorised retailers. Larger prizes require a claim at an official lottery office, along with identity verification. Check the specific claim deadline for your region.
Frequently Asked Questions
To win the Lotto jackpot, you need to match all 6 of the drawn winning numbers. The jackpot rolls over if no ticket matches all 6 numbers in a draw, meaning it can build to significant amounts over successive draws.
No — the Bonus Ball is an additional number drawn after the main 6. It only applies to the Match 5 + Bonus Ball prize tier (second prize). It does not contribute to jackpot eligibility.
The jackpot odds depend on the specific number pool. For a 6/53 format, the jackpot odds are approximately 1 in 22,957,480. Overall odds of winning any prize are typically around 1 in 9.4, depending on the game variant.
Yes. If nobody wins the jackpot in a given draw, the prize fund rolls over to the next draw and increases. Many lotteries cap rollovers after a certain number of draws, at which point the jackpot must be won at a lower prize tier.
Lotto prizes are typically paid as a one-time lump sum. Unlike some U.S. games, there is no annuity option in most Lotto formats. Taxes on winnings depend entirely on the country or region where you purchased the ticket.
Yes — our Lotto results page is updated right after every draw with the full set of winning numbers and prize breakdowns. You can also use our free ticket checker tool to instantly compare your numbers.
The minimum age to purchase lottery tickets varies by jurisdiction. In most countries and U.S. states, the legal minimum age is 18. Some U.S. states allow play from age 21 for certain game formats. Always check local regulations.
