Taking part in some of the internet lottos is a good way to play the lottery and also have the chance to win some cash without having to leave the comfort of your own home. But when it comes to gambling sites, there are actually several that can be rather questionable and downright suspicious. Before you decide to hand over your card number to purchase online lotto tickets from just any website, here are a few things you should to understand that may help you stay safe while playing the lotto online:

Only purchase lotto tickets from web pages you trust. In case you are not experienced with a particular lotto website, research your options to ensure it is legitimate. Therefore reading through any privacy policies or homesite terms of service the website may have posted and if necessary, contacting the website directly (via email or toll-free telephone number) to make sure that it's a valid lotto website.

Unfortunately, there's no "Better Business Bureau" specifically for online lotto sites. Alternatively, with a little effort, you may determine if a web page is legitimate or not simply by searching online for reviews of that website. There are also several online forums where online lotto participants can communicate with one another and report issues or issues with certain lottery websites. Due diligence will go a considerable way to make sure that you are not ripped off by a shady, disreputable website.

Always keep your account information and password privately. Never disclose it to anyone (especially over the net) and pick a password that would be challenging for others to guess.

After logging in and purchasing online lotto tickets, make certain you log out of your account, especially if you are using a public computer.

Make certain you abide by all rules and regulations of the site. On many lotto sites, participants must be at least 18 years old to buy tickets.