National Lottery Apps

What do I need to do to get access to the mobile Android App?

Simply go to the Google Play Store and you’ll be able to download the Android App. Please note that Google Play requires you to be 18 or over to download the App. If you are above 16 you can play via our website. You must be 16 or over to play National Lottery Games and must be physically located in the UK or the Isle of Man when playing online. Account Terms, Rules and Procedures (and any applicable Game Specific Rules) apply when playing online.

If I download the Full Play App from the Google Play Store what will happen to my old App?

You will still be able to launch the old App on your phone and it will continue to work. However, please note that there will be no further updates to the App. Therefore, we recommend that you download the App via the Google Play Store and delete the old App. With the new App you’ll be able to play Lotto, EuroMillions, Thunderball and access your favourite GameStore Instant Win Games in one app as well as check and scan results, save your lottery numbers, and see how huge the prizes are for each draw.

How is the new App different to the old App?

With the new App you will now be able to play Lotto, EuroMillions, Thunderball and access your favourite GameStore Instant Win Games in one app as well as check and scan results, save your lottery numbers, and see how huge the prizes are for each draw. In addition all our updates and new releases to the Android App will be applicable to the new App only.

What benefit do I get from downloading the new App from the Google Play Store?

It’s the quickest and simplest way to play Lotto, EuroMillions, Thunderball and access your favourite GameStore Instant Win Games in one app. With the Official National Lottery app you can also check and scan results, save your lottery numbers, and see how huge the prizes are for each draw. In addition all our updates and new releases to the Android App will be applicable to the new App only.

I am aged 16/17 why am I unable to download The National Lottery app from the Google Play Store?

Google requires users to be 18 or over to download the App. Not to worry though, if you are above 16 you can still play via our website. You must be 16 or over to play National Lottery Games and must be physically located in the UK or the Isle of Man when playing online. Account Terms, Rules and Procedures (and any applicable Game Specific Rules) apply when playing online.

Why do I have multiple National Lottery Apps on my phone?

We have launched a play version of our App now on the Google Play store. Therefore, if you have downloaded our previously results checking App from Google Play or previously installed the App from our website these may exist on your phone as well as they are independant App. We therefore recommend that you download the play version of our App from the Google Play Store and delete the other Apps you have installed on your phone.

Why do I have to sign in every single time to play the National Lottery App?

We take your security very seriously and we require you to authenticate every time you sign in to keep your personal details safe.

Will there be a version of the new National Lottery app for my tablet?

There are no current plans for a National Lottery app for tablets.

What version of Android is the new app compatible with?

Any Android device on v 4.4 and above.

Will my saved numbers transfer to the new app?

Saved numbers will need to be manually transferred to the new app, unfortunately saved numbers are not linked to your account and they won’t be present upon logging in for the first time.

Do I sign in with my email address or username?

Players are required to login via their username and password, rather than their email address.

How does this app compare to the iOS version?

Just as with the iOS app, you will now be able to play Lotto, EuroMillions, Thunderball and access your favourite GameStore Instant Win Games via the Android App as well as check and scan results, save your lottery numbers, and see how huge the prizes are for each draw.

Why was the full app not available before?

Previously, Google did not allow any gambling related apps on their Google Play Store. Google have now opened the ability for us to make our App available in the Google Play Store for our players for players 18 and above. However, if you are above 16 you can still play via our website. You must be 16 or over to play National Lottery Games and must be physically located in the UK or the Isle of Man when playing online. Account Terms, Rules and Procedures (and any applicable Game Specific Rules) apply when playing online.

What devices does it work on?

Any Android device on v 4.4 and above.

Can I use the National Lottery app when I’m abroad?

You can only use your App for results checking when you are abroad. You must be physically located in the UK or Isle of Man when buying a National Lottery game online and when setting up or amending a Direct Debit, including adding or deleting play slips and changing your payment details.

How do I send you feedback about this app?

We'd love to hear from you if you have suggestions on how we can improve the app or if you spot something that’s not working. You can contact us via email help@national-lottery.co.uk or via our social media channels.

Can I play via the App?

Yes, you can It’s the quickest and simplest way to play Lotto, EuroMillions, Thunderball and access your favourite GameStore Instant Win Games in one app. To download the iOS App please click here, to download the Android App please click here.

Can I deposit funds via the App?

Yes, you can. It’s the quickest and simplest way to play Lotto, EuroMillions, Thunderball and access your favourite GameStore Instant Win Games in one app.

Can I play Instant Win Games?

Instant Win Games is currently only available to play on our website. However, you can easily access this via our mobile App.