Wondering if you are holding a winner? Our free lottery ticket checker takes the guesswork out of comparing your numbers. Just enter the 5 numbers and bonus ball printed on your ticket, paste the latest winning numbers, and instantly see how many balls you matched and which prize tier you hit. The checker works for both Powerball and Mega Millions, the two biggest lottery games in the US.
Checking a ticket by hand is easy to get wrong, especially when you are tired or excited. The tool highlights every match with a green ring and tells you exactly what prize tier your ticket qualifies for, so you will never miss a win.
Copy the latest winning numbers from our Powerball Results or Mega Millions Results page and paste them above. Green-ringed balls are your matches.
Prizes shown are base amounts. Powerball’s Power Play ($1 extra) or the Mega Millions built-in multiplier can multiply non-jackpot prizes. Always confirm a win with your official state lottery.
How to use the lottery ticket checker
- Pick Powerball or Mega Millions. Use the game dropdown at the top of the tool.
- Type your 5 numbers and bonus ball. Enter them exactly as printed on your ticket, separated by spaces.
- Paste the winning numbers. Copy the latest winning numbers from our Powerball Results or Mega Millions Results page and paste them into the winning-number fields.
- Hit Check My Ticket. Matched balls get green rings and your prize tier shows instantly.
Note: prizes shown are base amounts; confirm any win with your official state lottery. To see what each match is worth, read our Powerball odds and payouts and Mega Millions odds and prizes guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check if my lottery ticket won?
Pick your game, Powerball or Mega Millions, in the dropdown. Type the 5 numbers and bonus ball from your ticket, then paste the latest winning numbers from our results pages and click Check My Ticket. Every match is highlighted with a green ring and your prize tier appears instantly.
What information do I need to check my ticket?
You need two sets of numbers: the 5 numbers plus the bonus ball printed on your own ticket, and the 5 winning numbers plus the winning bonus ball from the draw you entered. You can copy the official winning numbers from our Powerball Results or Mega Millions Results pages.
Does the ticket checker include Power Play or the multiplier?
No, the checker shows base prize amounts only. If you added Powerball Power Play for $1 extra, or your Mega Millions ticket carries a multiplier, your non-jackpot prize could be multiplied. Always confirm any win and the final prize with your official state lottery.