Behind the Scenes: How UK Lotto Results Are Certified Protected

Exclusive look at Lotto's 10-step security protocol, fraud prevention, and winner validation.

Lotto Results Verification & Security:

Draw Integrity Process

Machine Selection: 8 ball sets rotated randomly

Pre-Draw Checks: KPMG auditors verify ball weights

Dual-RNG System: Primary + backup machines

Live Monitoring: 32 CCTV cameras

Winner Verification

Ticket Scanning: QR codes contain encrypted purchase data

Claim Vetting:

Retailer CCTV review for >£50k wins

Digital footprint analysis for online wins

14-day holding period for jackpots

Fraud Prevention

Ticket Protection:

UV-reactive ink

Microprinted text

Holographic strips

App Safeguards:

Facial recognition for >£10k claims

Biometric login

2023 Security Milestones

Zero successful fraud claims

12,000+ tickets verified via blockchain

£2.3M recovered from expired prizes