Neil Morgan of Butler buys a Powerball ticket from Seth Shuman at the Cheap Tobacco Outlet on Pillow and West Cunningham streets in Butler Friday. Changes in lottery policy will mean Powerball enthusiasts can now buy tickets online.

HARRISBURG — Powerball and Mega Millions tickets are now available online.

The Pennsylvania Lottery announced Friday that players need not leave the comfort of their homes to take a chance at becoming a multimillionaire, as they can buy a ticket on their phone, tablet or computer via an app.

Apple users can download the app from the Apple App Store, and Android users can get the app by visiting palottery.com/android or texting APP to 54187 to receive a special Android download link.

Users can choose their own numbers, select “quick pick” to receive randomly selected numbers, purchase multiple tickets and buy tickets up to 26 drawings in advance.

Players can also set controls to prevent themselves from overplaying.

See the full story, including your neighbors' thoughts on the new program, in the Sunday Butler Eagle.