2nd Chance to win CA lottery

California State Lottery

Last updated 07/22/2026

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Description

Get another chance to win cash and prizes with bonus and promotional draws. All you need to get started is a Lottery account.

Phone: 1-800-LOTTERY

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the username and password requirements for sign in?

Username Requirements

Length: 6-20 characters
Allowed characters: Letters, numbers, and the following special characters: -_&%$#!*+=
Spaces are not allowed
Cannot contain profanity or inappropriate words
Cannot be your email address

Password Requirements

Cannot be easily guessed (like 'Password1')
Cannot match any of your last 5 passwords
Must contain the following:
12-50 characters
Capital letter (A-Z)
Lowercase letter (a-z)
Number (0-9)
Any of the following symbols: -_&%$#@!*+=
What is the California Lottery's 2nd Chance Program?
The 2nd Chance Program is another way for you to win cash and other prizes for non-winning Scratchers, SuperLotto Plus, and $5 or more Fantasy 5 tickets by submitting your 2nd Chance codes into weekly pool draws and, if applicable, promotional draws.
Can I see a list of all the California Lottery 2nd Chance codes I've entered?
All your 2nd Chance code entries for the last year will be on your My 2nd Chance Submissions page, so it’s easy to check them against the 2nd Chance codes you have. Codes entered more than one year ago are not eligible for drawings and/or claims, so they will not be listed on your My 2nd Chance Submissions page.
How do I collect my 2nd Chance prize?
View instructions for collecting your 2nd Chance prize on the Claim A Prize page. After you sign in to your account, you’ll see your prize and a link to a 2nd Chance Winner Claim Form (PDF). You’ll be asked to download, complete, and mail the claim form within 180 days of the drawing to:

California Lottery
Attn: 2nd Chance Promotion
700 North 10th Street  MS: 2-2
Sacramento, CA 95811-0336
How do I update my email address or other personal information?
Just sign in to your account and go to the Edit My Profile page. After you update your information, select the “Save Changes” button.

If you update your email address, the California Lottery will send you a verification email. If you don’t see it in your inbox, check your junk/spam folder. Add California Lottery to your safe senders list so this doesn’t happen in the future.
How do I enter a 2nd Chance code?
Sign in to your account or register for a 2nd Chance account. There are two ways to submit the 2nd Chance code on your SuperLotto Plus, non-winning Scratchers, or $5 or more Fantasy 5 ticket.

(1) When you are signed into your account, you can enter your 2nd Chance codes manually. Refer to the images in the How To Enter section of this page, which show where you'll find your 2nd Chance codes.

(2) For a fast and easy way to play, you can also submit your ticket using the California Lottery Official Mobile App by scanning the barcode on the front of your ticket.
How does 2nd Chance work for SuperLotto Plus and Fantasy 5?
Every SuperLotto Plus ticket has a 2nd Chance code that grants 1 entry into the weekly SuperLotto Plus 2nd Chance drawing for each $1 spent. There are 5 prizes, and the more money you play, the more entries you get. For example, if you play $5 on a single ticket, your 2nd Chance code will be good for 5 draw entries.

Every $5 Fantasy 5 ticket has a 2nd Chance code for 1 entry into the weekly Fantasy 5 – 2nd Chance drawing. There are 15 prizes, and the more money you play, the more entries you get. For example, if you play $15 on a single ticket, your 2nd Chance code will award 3 draw entries.
How long will it take to get my 2nd Chance prize?
Allow approximately 8 weeks to receive your prize. If you have any questions, call the California Lottery’s Customer Service Department at 1-800-LOTTERY (1-800-568-8379), Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and we’ll be happy to help you.
How will I know how many 2nd Chance codes I’ve entered?
Your 2nd Chance account shows you, in real time, how many 2nd Chance codes you’ve entered during the current month. For a list of all your 2nd Chance code entries for the last year, go to your My 2nd Chance Submissions page. The system won’t let you submit more than 500 2nd Chance codes per month.
How will I know if I’m a 2nd Chance winner?
If you win, you’ll be notified via email to sign in to your 2nd Chance account for an important 2nd Chance update. When you sign in, you’ll be notified about your prize and will be provided with a link to the 2nd Chance Claim Form.
I signed up for a 2nd Chance account, so why can’t I enter 2nd Chance draws?
Only players with verified accounts, including a verified email address, can submit codes. To activate your verified account, the California Lottery needs to confirm your email address. Just find the California Lottery verification email in your inbox and click the button to confirm your email address. If the email was delivered more than 24 hours before you click the button, you will need to sign in to your account and click the link to request a new verification email.
What is a verified account?

To ensure the integrity of your account, the California Lottery uses age/identity verification technology to validate your account details, such as your name, address, and birthdate. To participate in registered player benefits like 2nd Chance and be eligible to win promotional or 2nd Chance prizes, players must provide the following information:

  • Full legal name (first and last name)
  • Valid California street address (including apartment, unit, or suite number, if applicable)
  • Date of birth (to ensure you’re 18 or older and can legally play the California Lottery)
If the personal information you entered in your My Profile page is correct, but you are unable to submit 2nd Chance codes, you may need to pursue manual verification. You can find details on the Manual Account Verification page.

It is the California Lottery’s policy to limit the collection of personal information and protect the personal information we collect and maintain.
What is an active 2nd Chance account?

An active 2nd Chance account is one that:

  • A user can sign in to and for which the email address has been verified;
  • Is eligible to submit codes for 2nd Chance draws or to win 2nd Chance prizes;
  • Has not been suspended, deleted, or submitted for closure/deletion.
What if my California Lottery verification email isn't in my inbox?
If you can’t find the California Lottery verification email in your inbox, check your junk/spam folder. Add California Lottery to your safe senders list so this does not happen in the future.
What if I'm not receiving emails from the California Lottery?
The email address associated with your 2nd Chance account may not have been verified. Sign in to your account and go to your My Profile page to confirm the email address you used when you registered, then check your inbox for an account-activation email. If you can’t find it, check your junk/spam folder.

If the email was delivered more than 24 hours before you click the button to confirm your email address, you will need to sign in to your account and click the link to request a new verification email.

If you need help, call California Lottery Customer Service at 1-800-LOTTERY (1-800-568-8379) Monday to Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., send an email to customerservice@calottery.com, or submit questions via the Contact Us form.
Why can't I access my 2nd Chance account?
If you forgot your username or password, go to the Sign In page and select the ‘Forgot Username?’ or ‘Forgot Password?’ link, then follow the instructions. In rare cases, your account could be locked for security reasons. If you need help, call California Lottery Customer Service at 1-800-LOTTERY (1-800-568-8379) Monday to Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., send an email to customerservice@calottery.com, or submit questions via the Contact Us form.
If I enter a 2nd Chance code eligible for 2 different draws, does it count as 2 of my 500 monthly entries?
No. It counts as only 1 of your 500 monthly submissions for 2nd Chance. Each code you enter counts as 1 submission.
Is it OK to throw away my 2nd Chance codes after I enter them into the drawing?
We recommend keeping your 2nd Chance codes until the draw is over, just in case there’s a question about one of them. Throwing your 2nd Chance codes away doesn’t disqualify you from drawings, and you don’t need your original ticket to claim your prize, but you’re ultimately responsible for the 2nd Chance codes you’ve submitted.
What are my odds of winning 2nd Chance?
Your odds of winning vary depending on the total number of entries received and the total number of entries each player submits.
What happens if I submit my 2nd Chance code after the deadline?
If you submit your 2nd Chance code after the entry deadline at 11:59 p.m. Saturday, it will automatically be entered into the following week’s draw. Your entry is good for one weekly draw.
What happens to my entries if I delete my 2nd Chance account?
Any submissions into pending draws will no longer be eligible to win because the account is no longer active.
What happens if I don’t have a valid California address?
You must provide a valid California address to register for a 2nd Chance account, to submit codes for 2nd Chance draws, and to be eligible to win 2nd Chance prizes. If you change your address to a non-California address, you will no longer be eligible to submit codes for 2nd Chance draws or to win 2nd Chance prizes.
How can I suspend or delete my 2nd Chance account?

You have two options: Suspend your account, or delete your account.

  • Suspend - Your account will be suspended, but your profile information will be retained – so you can reactivate your account whenever you wish.
  • Delete - All your information will be removed from our database. Your active 2nd Chance draw submissions will also be deleted. You will need to create a new account if you’d like to participate in 2nd Chance again. 
Sign in, go to the My Profile page, select the "Edit My Profile" button, then select the link for “Suspend/Delete My Account." Follow the options for suspending or deleting your account.

Note that if you delete your account while you have active 2nd Chance entries, your entries will be deleted along with all your other account information.
How can I reactivate my 2nd Chance account?
If you suspended your 2nd Chance account and would like to reactivate it, simply go to the Sign In page and enter the username and password associated with your 2nd Chance account, then follow the prompts.

Note that if you deleted your account, all of your account information was deleted. You will need to create a new 2nd Chance account.
When are the weekly 2nd Chance drawings?
2nd Chance Weekly Pool Draw winners are selected in a weekly random drawing. The entry deadline is at 11:59 p.m. every Saturday, and draws are held within 5 business days of the deadline.
When does my non-winning Scratchers 2nd Chance code expire?
It expires 180 days after the game’s official end-of-game date. To get information about when Scratchers end and the final 2nd Chance submission dates, go to the End of Game Info tab on the Scratchers Page.

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