Online lottery scratch cards over the internet or online version or even the traditional trusted lottery dealer cards which are usually purchased from lottery stands. The card's prize money is determined by clicking on the designated buttons. This reveals the desired information, which is necessary in the event the player is to know whether to purchase the card or not. The possibility of winning the prize will depend on the company hosting the lottery game. The chances vary from game to game and from company to company.

Scratch cards are basically of two kinds: the net based cards as well as the downloadable version of scratch cards.

Web Based Scratch cards are most often available. They do not require any special software and also can be played on any computer having an Internet connection. The browser's Flash is used to play this game. These kind of cards are also used by certain charitable institutions who raise money for their causes by organizing and hosting these games.