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PowerBall Help & FAQ
Overview
America’s PowerBall is responsible for more record high payouts than any other lottery in the world, with several exceeding half a billion dollars. The draw takes place three times a week on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday evenings in the US, which equates to 04.00am on Tuesday's, Thursday’s and Sunday’s this side of the pond. The biggest US PowerBall jackpot of all time was won by Gloria McKenzie from Zephyrillis, Florida, who scooped US$590.5 million in May 2013. A single line costs just US$4.00. You can also select the PowerPlay option for an extra US$1.00, giving you the chance to multiply non jackpot wins by up to 5x.
How do I pick my numbers?
Select five main numbers from a pool of 1-69 and a further ‘PowerBall’ number from 1-26. Should you wish to select the PowerPlay option, simply tick the box marked PowerPlay.
What is the PowerPlay option?
The PowerPlay feature allows you to boost the potential winnings on all non-jackpot prize tiers. Should you win prize tier 2, your winnings will be doubled. If you win at any other non-jackpot prize tier your winnings will be either x2, x3, x4 or x5 depending on the PowerPlay ball that is drawn. If the jackpot is below $150m an additional x10 PowerPlay ball is added. It costs US$1.00 to activate the PowerPlay feature.
How do I win the Jackpot?
The jackpot is won by matching all five main numbers and the PowerBall.
How much can I win?
This jackpot is completely uncapped, creating the potential for huge payouts! From time to time we run Boosted Jackpot’s (or Special Jackpot) which is an enhanced jackpot feature on selected lotto betting games. For a limited number of draws, we replace the standard jackpot with a much higher top prize.
Can you explain the different prize tiers available?
When you bet on the outcome of the PowerBall you will be treated as though you entered the official draw and will receive the same main game prizes should you win. The table below explains the different prize tiers, odds of winning each prize tier and the estimated individual returns for each prize tier. The information below is provided as a guide only. Should you win you will be paid out in Dollar.
| Prize tier | Amount (US$ equivalent) | Odds of winning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (5 main numbers+ Powerball) | Jackpot (Min US$40 million) | 292,201,338 |
| 2 (5 main numbers) | €834,000.00 | 11,688,053 |
| 3 (4 main numbers + Powerball) | €40,000.00 | 913,129 |
| 4 (4 main numbers) | €84.00 | 36,525 |
| 5 (3 main numbers+ Powerball) | €84.00 | 14,494 |
| 6 (3 main numbers) | €6.00 | 579 |
| 7 (2 main numbers + Powerball) | €6.00 | 701 |
| 8 (1 main number + Powerball) | €3.30 | 91 |
| 9 (Powerball) | €3.30 | 38 |
What are the chances of winning the jackpot?
The chances of winning the jackpot are 1 in 292,201,338. For a full breakdown of all the prize tiers together with the odds of winning please see the table below. Payout amounts will be determined by the exchange rate at the time of the win.
How much does a ticket cost?
During high Jackpots periods, Lottoland reserves the right to increase the line of a single bet.
When does it take place?
The draw takes place every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday morning at approximately 4am.
What do I do if I win?
If your account has been verified simply proceed to your account and withdraw your winnings. If your account has not been verified you will first need to provide proof of your ID and proof of address. Once this has been confirmed you will be able to withdraw your winnings.
How will I know if I have won?
Winners will receive an e-mail confirmation. Any person who wins a sum of over US$10,000.00 will receive a phone call informing them and congratulating them on their win.
Is the payout guaranteed? How do I know?
At Lottoland we can guarantee you will be paid out on your winnings - regardless of the jackpot amount.At Lottoland you bet on the outcome of the official draw. For all intents and purposes you will have the exact same customer experience as if you were playing the official lottery. The key difference is that we take your bet and we pay you if you win. We are able to achieve this in two ways.
For smaller prize tier payments we make the payment directly from the fund we have from the total ticket sales.
In order for us to make the larger prize tier payments we take out insurance policies to cover the eventuality of a Jackpot win or a substantial payout on the Lotto ticket. Part of the Lotto ticket price you pay goes towards the payment of this policy.
We are registered with and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission, the Gibraltar Gambling Commission, and the Revenue Commissioners in Ireland. In order for us to retain these licences we have to prove that we are able to make the required payouts to our players should they win and that we have the correct procedures in place to guarantee this.
What is a subscription?
The subscription feature allows you to set up a running line or lines for a given lottery draw. Lottery subscriptions will save you time and ensure that you never miss your chance to win that big jackpot. Just select the subscription option prior to purchasing your line to set up your running line/s. You can cancel your subscription at anytime.
Why should I play PowerBall?
PowerBall has been capturing the imagination of the American public for decades and now you have the chance to win this dream jackpot by playing with Lottoland. The jackpots on this incredible draw rise without any limit, often dwarfing those available on the biggest European draws. As an added benefit it costs just US$4.00 to play and for an extra US$1.00 you can take the chance to double the prize for 5 numbers and multiply by up to x5 all other non-jackpot tiers.
