Your Guide To Managing West Virginia Lottery Play Online Securely

With more West Virginia Lottery games now available to play online, security and responsible play have become top priorities for Lottery players statewide. 

The West Virginia Lottery’s official iPLAY platform makes it possible to purchase tickets, check results, and manage your games all in one place — but it also provides tools to help ensure your online play stays secure and managed.

From setting deposit limits to understanding where and how to claim your winnings, here’s what you need to know about managing your Lottery play online responsibly and safely.

Before we begin, it’s important to note that not all draw games are currently available for online play. For instance, KENO remains a retail-only game and can be played at licensed Lottery locations across the state. However, many other games — including POWERBALL©, MEGA MILLIONS®, LOTTO AMERICA©, Daily 3, Daily 4, and Cash25 — are available to play online through the iPLAY platform.

Create And Verify Your iPLAY Account

To begin managing your Lottery play online, you’ll need to create an iPLAY account through the West Virginia Lottery site or the official iPLAY app. This account allows you to securely purchase draw game tickets, view your transaction history, and receive notifications about results or winnings.

Account setup includes age and identity verification to confirm that all users are at least 18 years old and physically located within West Virginia. This verification step helps ensure compliance with state regulations and protects against unauthorized play.

Use Secure Payment Methods

Once your account is active, you can fund your wallet using approved payment methods. The West Virginia Lottery accepts debit cards and other state-approved payment types — but credit cards are not accepted, in accordance with responsible gaming policies.

All transactions are encrypted and processed through secure systems. You’ll also have access to your full transaction history, including deposits, purchases, and withdrawals, helping you keep full visibility over your play activity.

Set Deposit Limits And Play Controls

One of the key benefits of online play through iPLAY is the ability to set personal spending limits. These include:

• Daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limits
• Session time limits
• Play history tracking

You can manage these settings directly through your iPLAY account dashboard. These controls allow you to participate in Lottery games while maintaining a clear boundary around your budget and frequency of play.

Additionally, if you need to take a break, self-exclusion options are available that temporarily suspend your ability to make purchases for a set period of time.

Know Which Games Are Available Online

Not every West Virginia Lottery game can be played online. Here’s a quick look at which draw games are accessible through the iPLAY platform:

• Available online:
  • POWERBALL©
  • MEGA MILLIONS®
  • LOTTO AMERICA©
  • Cash25
  • Daily 3
  • Daily 4
  • iNSTANTS

• Retail-only:
  • KENO
  • KENO GO BONUS
  • KENO GO
  • Scratch-offs

Set up Auto-Renewal and Jackpot Chase (optional)

If you want to automate your draw game purchases, iPLAY offers features like Auto-Renewal and Jackpot Chase.

• Auto-Renewal ensures you never miss a draw by automatically purchasing your favorite games on a recurring schedule
• Jackpot Chase allows you to set a jackpot threshold for specific games. When that threshold is met or exceeded, a ticket is automatically purchased for you using your pre-deposited funds

Both features are optional and can be turned on or off at any time within your account.

Check Results And Claim Winnings Securely

Via your online account, if you win a prize at or below a designated threshold, the amount is automatically credited to your iPLAY wallet.

For larger prizes, you’ll be contacted with instructions on how to claim securely, including documentation you may need to provide. Either way, there’s no need to manually check numbers or worry about losing a paper ticket — all transactions are recorded and stored digitally within your account.

Managing your Lottery play online is about more than just convenience — it’s about security, transparency, and control. The iPLAY platform from the West Virginia Lottery offers verified users a secure way to play draw games, set limits, and track activity.