CT LOTTERY WARNS PLAYERS TO WATCH OUT FOR FAKE LOTTERY WEBSITES AND APPS TARGETING CT PLAYERSThe CT Lottery is warning players to be on the lookout for fraudulent websites and apps posing as official CT Lottery platforms. The websites and apps look real, but they’re not.
“The security of our players is a top priority and we will do everything we can to protect them,” said Frank Suarez, President & CEO of the Connecticut Lottery Corporation.
The fake ads
have been appearing primarily on Facebook and Instagram. They illegally feature the CT Lottery’s logo, scratch and draw game images, app icons, and other Connecticut imagery in an attempt to trick users. When clicked, the ads direct consumers to third-party sites that prompt consumers to register and provide banking information — including requests for cryptocurrency.
If you spot one of these ads on your Facebook, Instagram, or another social media platform, report it immediately through that platform’s fraud reporting tool.
Players are
encouraged to contact the CT Lottery directly with any questions.
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Important reminders for players:
The CT Lottery does not sell tickets through social media ads.
Never provide banking, credit card, or cryptocurrency information to an unverified source claiming to be the CT Lottery.
Always download the official CT Lottery app directly from the app store.
Official CT Lottery information can always be found at www.ctlottery.org.
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Only download the CT Lottery app through the links on our official
website, www.ctlottery.org/apps, or through the
official app store.
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About the Connecticut Lottery Corporation:
The Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CLC) is a quasi-public state agency committed to generating revenue for Connecticut in accordance with the highest standards of public policy and social responsibility.
In fiscal year 2024, lottery players won more than $1.1 billion in prizes, and retailers earned more than $85 million in commissions. CLC also contributed $387 million to the state’s General Fund, supporting vital services including public health, libraries, public safety, and education. Since its inception in 1972, CLC has contributed more than $11 billion to the General Fund.
Players must be 18 or older to purchase lottery tickets, and at least 21 to place sports wagers. For help with a gambling problem, call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org.
To learn more go to ctlottery.org, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X (@ctlottery), or call (860) 713-2700. You can also download our apps here.
