Jackpot.com named 7-Eleven’s official lottery courier service

Jackpot has been named of the official lottery courier service for convenience store giants 7-Eleven, with the partnership launching in Ohio and Massachusetts.

Via the collaboration, 7-Eleven customers will be able to sign up and play both lottery and scratch games via the Jackpot.com app or website.

First launching in more than 600 7-Eleven and Speedway stores in the two states, customers will also be treated to a special launch promotion that offers a free lottery ticket on their first deposit.

The operator said the deal would offer “another avenue for player convenience with one of the most widely recognized brands” in the sector.

Akshay Khanna, Jackpot.com CEO and co-founder, said the deal was the “biggest announcement we have ever made”.

He added: “We’re thrilled to work with 7-Eleven, the leading retailer of lottery tickets in the country.

“Leveraging our technology and innovation, we can provide additional convenience for their customers, while adding an additional source of revenue. A true win-win relationship for all.”

Jackpot allows players to buy official state lottery tickets and collect winnings directly via the player’s phone, desktop, or tablet.

In June, Jackpot was named as the official lottery partner of the Associated Press. This followed on from January’s launch in Massachusetts, March’s arrival in Arkansas and May’s New Jersey launch.

The online lottery courier launched in Ohio last year and is also available in Texas and New York.