Mobile Services
A better way to tap, scan and play.
Download the app
Download the app to your Apple or Android device.
Scan tickets, redeem winnings, earn rewards, and more with these convenient services.
Mobile app features
Customize your home screen with a tap.
See the winning numbers and links you want on your home screen by tapping the Customize link.
Scan tickets with your camera.
Entering tickets in MyLotto Rewards is easy – just tap the Scan button from any screen, log in to your MyLotto Rewards account, and your phone’s camera will read the ticket’s bar code. Enter non-winning tickets into MyLotto Rewards.
Cash out winning tickets with mobile cashing.
Connect your MyLotto Rewards account to your bank account to securely and conveniently deposit winnings between $50 and $25,000.
See all current jackpots at a glance.
Toggle between draw and EZPLAY Progressive jackpots. Plus, easily find detailed information on your favorite games.
Get Rewarded
Enter second chance promotions, earn points for prizes and drawings, and play games for prizes.
Skip the paper slips with ePlaySlip.*
Use the mobile ePlaySlip to pick your numbers on the go. Scan your phone at retail locations without the need for a paper slip.
*Currently, ePlaySlip is only available on iOS devices.
How to Use Mobile ePlaySlip*
Use your Ohio Lottery mobile app to play your favorite games without paper slips.
Start your ePlaySlip
- Tap the ePlaySlip button from the Games screen
- Swipe left or right to select a Draw or EZPLAY® game.
Draw Games
- Follow the on-screen prompts to select your numbers, or let the app pick them for you and tap Next.
- Choose the number of draws, make any edits, and tap Done.
- Tap Show Barcode once you get to your Ohio Lottery retailer. It can be scanned by the clerk or at a Self-Serve Kiosks, just like a paper ticket.
- You can include up to five plays of the same game on one playslip. Save your playslip if you like to play the same numbers often.
EZPLAY® Games
Your EZPLAY® barcode is generated as soon as you select your game. Scan it at your local Ohio Lottery retailer, either by the clerk or at a Self-Serve Kiosk. (Figure 6)
Use ePlaySlip on any of the following games:
- Powerball with Power Play®
- Mega Millions with Megaplier®
- Rolling Cash 5
- Classic Lotto with Kicker
- KENO
- Lucky for Life
- The Lucky One
- Pick 3
- Pick 4
- Pick 5
- EZPLAY® games
Plus, when any new games are added, we’ll let you know.
*Currently, ePlaySlip is only available on iOS devices.
Customers can securely and conveniently deposit their winnings between $50 and $25,000 directly into their bank account from their mobile device.
What tickets are eligible for Mobile Cashing?
Most Lottery scratch-off or draw-based game tickets with a single win of $50 - $25,000 are eligible. Classic Lotto/Kicker winning combination tickets and tickets with multiple wins on them that roll up to more than $50 cannot be processed through the mobile cashing program. Vouchers are also not able to be processed through the mobile cashing program.
How can I begin to cash my winnings using my mobile device?
Mobile Cashing has been built into the current Ohio Lottery Application! You can download it in the Apple Play store or Google Store. If you already have the Ohio Lottery mobile app, make sure you set your device to auto-update so you have the most current version of the app. you will then scan an eligible ticket and select CASH OUT to start the mobile cashing process.
Can I cash my sports gaming winnings using my mobile device?
No. We are no longer allowing the cashing of sports gaming winnings using your mobile device.
If I already have a MyLotto Rewards® account, do I need to create a separate account for Mobile Cashing?
No, you can use your current MyLotto Rewards® Account. Once you have logged in using your MyLotto Rewards username and password, you will be asked to provide a few additional pieces of information and may need to verify your current information to receive payment.
If I already received a Pay to Bearer and/or a File Claim ticket for my winning ticket, can I still cash my ticket with Mobile Cashing?
Yes. You can cash tickets with or without a Pay to Bearer and/or a File Claim ticket with Mobile Cashing.
Will the winning tickets that I claim roll up at the end of the year and a W2G be produced or is each winning ticket that I claim treated separately?
The IRS regulations remain the same regardless of the way a ticket is claimed. Tax rules apply to individual tickets.
- Prizes $599 and under are not reported to the IRS.
- IRS taxes are withheld for prizes $5,000.01 and greater. Taxes $600 to $5,000 are not withheld for IRS but are reported.
- State taxes are withheld for prizes $600 and greater.
What do I need to create a Mobile Cashing account?
You will need to provide your mobile phone number, legal name, Social Security Number, bank account, and valid address. You will receive a verification code via text message upon completion of those fields. Entering this code allows us to authenticate your information and provide this service to you.
What types of deposit account can I use to receive my winnings?
You can add a bank account. You cannot receive your winnings using any type of gift card.
What happens if I receive an error message when I try to enter in my legal information (Legal first name, last name and SSN)
You need to make sure you are entering your exact information as it appears on your Social Security card. For example, if your name is “Michael,” you need to enter “Michael” and not “Mike.”
How long does it take to set up a Mobile Cashing account? Can I start to use it immediately?
It only takes a few minutes to set up and use a mobile cashing account, but your winnings will not be deposited until your bank account is confirmed. It normally takes about 7-10 days for a bank account to be confirmed.
How long does it take to receive my winnings in my bank account?
Please allow 1-3 business days for a bank account. Please remember, the first transfer will take up to 7-10 days as the bank account information is verified.
What will the transaction look like in my bank account?
The transaction will not come from the Ohio Lottery. The transaction will come from Marcus Thomas. Example: “ACH, MARCUSTHOM MARCUSTHOM”
If I didn’t receive the full amount that I won, where did my money go?
In accordance with ORC 3770.071, 3770.073 Lottery prizes may be reduced by monies owed to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services or the Attorney General’s Office, if applicable. If your completed deposit shows an Intercept Amount, your prize was deducted for either child support, spousal support or state debt owed via the Ohio Lottery’s Prize Intercept Program. IRS taxes are withheld for prizes $5,000.01 and greater. State taxes are withheld for prizes $600 and greater. Sports gaming prizes of at least $600 and up to $5,000, and 300 times the wager amount, are subject to state tax withholdings. Federal taxes are withheld for sports gaming at $5,000 or greater and 300 times the wager. Please review your email for a full explanation. If you have questions, please contact the Ohio Lottery Claims Department at 1-800-686-4208.
If you believe that there were funds withheld in error, please contact these agencies directly at ODJFS at 1-800-686-1556 or the Attorney General’s Office at 1-888-246-0688.
Can I cash more than one ticket at the same time?
No, you can only cash one ticket at a time.
Do I need to keep my tickets after I cash them?
You need to keep your ticket until you have confirmed that the funds have been added to your bank account. Once confirmed, you no longer need to keep them.
Who do I contact if I am having problems with Mobile Cashing payouts?
Please call the Ohio Lottery Claims Department at 1-800-686-4208.
Check Your Tickets
Scan your ticket to see if it is a winner or enter it into MyLotto Rewards® for points and additional opportunities to win.
Note: you need to give the Ohio Lottery app permission to access your smartphone’s camera in order to scan tickets.- Sign in to MyLotto Rewards using your Ohio Lottery app.
- Tap the Scan button from any screen.
- Your phone’s camera will scan the ticket and let you know if you can redeem your ticket for points in MyLotto or cash your winning ticket!
- If the ticket is a winner, congratulations! You will see the prize amount, and you may choose to Cash Out your winnings and have them deposited directly into your bank account. Follow the instructions on the app to cash out your ticket. The instructions on the Mobile Cashing tab above also provides help.
- If the ticket is not a non-winning ticket, it is still eligible for MyLotto Rewards points and possibly other bonus drawings. You may choose “Submit Ticket” to enter it into MyLotto Rewards.
Have It Your Way
You can customize your mobile app’s home screen’s Winning Numbers banner as well as your Favorites to give you exactly what you need at your fingertip!
- Click the edit icon next to the Winning Numbers or Favorites sections on your home screen.
- You can also select the Customize Home Screen link from your app’s More menu in the lower right corner.
- On the Winning Numbers screen, toggle the on/off button to add or remove games from your home screen. Use the up and down arrows to change their display order.
- Edit your Favorites by selecting an option for each of the four slots. You can choose from over 20 popular app screens.
Access all your MyLotto Rewards features from your mobile device!
Enter Second Chance Drawings
Enter drawings for gift cards, tech items, sports tickets and more.
Scan Tickets With Your Camera
Entering tickets in MyLotto Rewards is easy – just tap the Scan button from any screen and your phone’s camera will snap a picture and enter the ticket.
Lottery Cash & Coupons
Turn your points into digital cash and coupons you can use to purchase games in stores.
The Cash Explosion Show
Enter your tickets for a chance to play and win cash on the longest-running Lottery game show!
Videos
Do you want to view a drawing, learn how to claim prizes, watch Cash Explosion or catch up on the latest Lottery news?
- Select Videos from the app’s More menu.
- Select what you want to watch from the categories listed. Come here every Saturday at 7:30 P.M. ET to watch the Cash Explosion game show Live!
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of device do I need to access the app?
The Ohio Lottery mobile app is available on all iOS devices running version 13 or higher, and all Android smartphone devices running version 10 or higher.
Why isn’t some data showing up in my app?
Most features within the mobile application will require a wireless connection to work properly and provide you with current information.
How do I customize the home screen of the Ohio Lottery app?
Select the Customize Home Screen option from your app’s More menu to customize your home screen Winning Numbers and Favorites. See the App Customization tab above for more details.
Am I required to grant permission for the Ohio Lottery app to access my camera?
Yes. In order to scan tickets or proceed with any level of ticket entry into MyLotto Rewards, you will need to select Allow when the app prompts you for camera access.
Where can I purchase tickets?
Tap on the MORE icon at the bottom right of the app’s navigational bar, select FIND A RETAILER and enter your ZIP Code to view official Ohio Lottery retail locations. Upon initial login, you will be asked for permission to share your mobile device’s location while you use the app. If you allow location access, the map will automatically show retail locations near you.
How does the Videos section work?
Users now have direct access to the Ohio Lottery’s YouTube videos. Tap on the MORE icon at the bottom right of the app’s navigational bar, and select VIDEOS, navigate through your favorite video categories. Users will be directed to the Ohio Lottery YouTube channel to watch videos.
How do I stay up to date with the latest news from Ohio Lottery?
Tap on the MORE icon at the bottom right of the app’s navigational bar, select CONTACT US and choose from your favorite social platforms to follow the Ohio Lottery. Tap the email icon on the bottom left of the page, and you can sign up to receive email updates and text alerts with the latest information.
Why can I no longer access ePlaySlip on my android device?
Googles policy on specific features and functionality has recently been updated. Due to this, the ePlayslip is temporarily unavailable on android devices. We apologize for the inconvenience as these are circumstances beyond our control and are working to have this feature restored in the future.