Lotto.com, the nation's first online lottery platform to digitally deliver draw games and scratch tickets, has announced a record-breaking $3.1 million New York Lotto jackpot win, marking one of the most significant prizes in the company's history. The winning ticket, ordered by an anonymous player, represents the highest New York win of 2026, the highest overall Lotto.com win of 2026, the second-highest overall win in company history, and the second-highest draw game ticket win in Lotto.com history. This win also makes the recipient the third millionaire winner in New York through Lotto.com and the 13th million-dollar winner in the platform's history.
The winner, a Lotto.com customer since 2025, discovered the platform by coincidence and became a regular player, enjoying the free-to-play Mystery Scratch games. Long before becoming a millionaire, they had imagined what the big win moment might be like, even keeping a lottery wish list saved on their phone. As they worked through the claiming process, the winner praised the support received from the Lotto.com team, expressing gratitude for a customer experience representative whose accommodations helped make the experience personal and memorable. The winner also enjoyed visiting Lotto.com's Players Café location on Bleecker Street in Manhattan as part of the celebration.
"As someone born and raised in New York City, big wins are always extra special for me when they happen here," said Thomas Metzger, CEO of Lotto.com. "As our largest win of 2026 to date and one of the biggest prizes in company history, we're thrilled for this winner and proud that our team was able to support them throughout this exciting experience."
New York Lotto is the New York Lottery's flagship jackpot game, offering players the opportunity to win multimillion-dollar prizes by matching six numbers. Through Lotto.com, eligible New York customers can conveniently order official state lottery tickets directly from their mobile devices. Lotto.com currently operates in 12 jurisdictions including Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, and Puerto Rico with expansion plans on the horizon. For more information on Lotto.com, or to begin ordering official state lottery tickets, visit www.lotto.com. You must be 18 or older in New York to play the lottery. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. Call 1-877-8-HOPE-NY or text HOPENY (467369).
This record-breaking win underscores the growing acceptance and success of online lottery courier services like Lotto.com, which bridges the gap between traditional state lotteries and digital convenience. As more players turn to mobile platforms to order official lottery tickets, Lotto.com's milestone demonstrates the potential for significant prizes to be won through these services, further legitimizing the online lottery sector. The win also highlights the importance of responsible gaming and the role of state lotteries in funding public programs, as Lotto.com helps contribute incremental funds to education, parks, and other vital services. With over 4 million customers and 13 millionaires created, Lotto.com continues to expand its footprint, signaling a shift in how players engage with lottery games nationwide.
