The Française des Jeux (FDJ) has announced a €26 million EuroMillions jackpot for the draw scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Participants can enter the draw by 8:15 p.m. via physical retail locations or through the FDJ mobile app for a cost of €2.50 per ticket.
How is the shift to digital lottery platforms changing player habits?
The availability of the FDJ app on both iOS and Android platforms highlights a significant industry trend: the migration from physical kiosks to mobile-first gambling. According to FDJ, these digital tools allow players to access various games in a paperless format.

Digitalization offers convenience, but it also changes the way players interact with the lottery. While traditional players rely on paper grids, the new generation of participants manages their entries through smartphones. This shift allows for instant access to results and easier management of digital tickets.
Why do secondary prize structures like My Million matter?
The EuroMillions draw includes the My Million feature, which FDJ states offers a separate €1 million prize to a winner twice a week. This secondary prize mechanism is a key strategy for maintaining player engagement.
By offering a “bonus” chance, operators can sustain interest even when the primary jackpot remains unclaimed or when players do not win the main prize. The My Million feature relies on a randomly generated code provided during the ticket purchase process. FDJ emphasizes that players must keep this code to claim the additional million-euro prize.
This multi-layered approach creates more frequent “winning moments” for the player base. It shifts the focus from a single, massive jackpot to a more frequent distribution of smaller, life-changing sums.
How are regulators responding to the rise in digital gambling?
As gambling becomes more accessible through mobile devices, regulatory and support frameworks are expanding. FDJ includes mandatory warnings regarding the risks of gambling, such as financial loss, family conflict, and addiction.
To combat these risks, FDJ directs players to joueurs-info-service.fr and provides a non-surcharge telephone number (09 74 75 13 13) for assistance. This integration of support services directly into the gambling ecosystem is a growing requirement for licensed operators worldwide.
Furthermore, the process for claiming large sums is highly regulated. FDJ stipulates that anyone winning €500,000 or more must contact their “Relations Gagnants” service via a dedicated phone line at 09 69 36 60 60 to manage the payout process professionally.
Frequently Asked Questions
A classic grid costs €2.50, whether purchased at an FDJ point of sale or online.
According to FDJ, winners of €500,000 or more should contact the “Relations Gagnants” service at 09 69 36 60 60.
Yes, FDJ provides an app available for both Android and iOS devices.
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