Is Playing an Online Lottery Safe?

I suppose we could ask that question about anything we do online but for the time being, we’ll stick to a few suggestions for online lottery games and how to play safely. There are several factors that we should consider when selecting a prospective website that we will entrust with collecting our money and keeping it, along with our personal information, safe.

First, let’s get one thing out of the way. No one is going to send you a random email to tell you that you won a large sum of money from a lottery that you never actually entered. Don’t even open the email. It’s a scam. No one is that lucky.

When you are seeking an online lottery in which to play for the chance at winning a life changing jackpot, take into consideration a few key factors. Do your homework. Every site is different and they each have their own safety measures in place. Does the online lottery vendor display recognized safety and security logos clearly on their website? They may include a variety of “trusted” safety and security programs such as Verified by Visa and GeoTrust. These are added security measures to help protect both you and the vendor. Verify they have a contact phone number that is active. Feel free to call them and ask questions. It’s your responsibility to protect your personal information as well. Check the fine print for a variety of things from hidden fees to exactly how they process your winnings should you hit your lucky numbers to win a jackpot. Don’t use an open or public computer network to transmit your personal information including your credit card or banking information. Always use a secure connection from your home or other private network.

Most online lottery retailers are legitimate however there are a few bad apples out there that can change your dream of winning into a nightmare of losing. Once again, most are legitimate and can be played regularly with a level of safety and security that you come to expect. Don’t let those few sketchy characters prevent you from taking your next step towards winning that once-in-a-lifetime jackpot and the opportunity to live the dream of financial freedom!

There are a million or more reasons to play online lottery games today and win your share.  A little homework on your part can lead to a lifetime of happiness.