Buy a Mega Millions ticket from an authorized lottery retailer or online where allowed
Choose five numbers from 1 to 70
Choose one Mega Ball number from 1 to 24
You can also use a Quick Pick to have numbers randomly selected
Pay the ticket price
Check the drawing days and times in your state
Match your numbers to the winning numbers after the drawing
Win the jackpot by matching all five white balls plus the Mega Ball
Win smaller prizes by matching fewer numbers
Add the Megaplier option if available for a higher ticket cost
Claim any winnings according to your state lottery rules