For first-time users, games can be imported directly from PDI Source Central Database Servers
Existing users will have their new games imported automatically
Step-by-Step Process
Go to CStore Essentials Web Account
You can access CStore Essentials by clicking here or going to https://secure.cstorepro.com
Click the “Forgot Password” button if you need help resetting your password
2. Import Lottery Games for First-Time Users
On the left side of the screen click Lottery, then click on Dashboard
Under Work flow, click the Import Games icon
Select your state from the dropdown menu
Click Show Available Games to view the games for your state
Choose the games you want to import by either:
Selecting individual games manually
Clicking the top checkbox to select all available games
Important Notes:
PDI C-Store Essentials imports only 200 games at a time
If your state has more than 200 games, you may need to repeat the import process multiple times
Click Import Selected to finalize the import
3. Lottery Game Import for Existing Users
C-Store Essentials automatically imports all new games for your state
No manual work is required—new games are retrieved when they are confirmed in the system
4. Manually Add Lottery Games
On the left side of the screen click Lottery , then click on Games
On the Manage Lottery Games page, click the Add Game icon
Enter the required game information
Click Add Lottery Game to save
✅ Note: New games can also be added at the time of confirmation by clicking New Lottery Game on the confirmation screen
Frequently Asked Questions
How many games can I import at a time?
How many games can I import at a time?
You can import up to 200 games per session.
If your state has more games, you will need to repeat the import process.
Do existing users need to import new games manually?
Do existing users need to import new games manually?
No, new games are automatically imported for existing users when they are confirmed in the system.
Can I manually add a new game if it is not in the database?
Can I manually add a new game if it is not in the database?
Yes, you can manually add a new game by going to Lottery → Games, clicking Add Game, and entering the game details.
What happens if I select the wrong state when importing games?
What happens if I select the wrong state when importing games?
If you select the wrong state, you will need to restart the import process with the correct state selection.
Can I add a new lottery game at the time of confirmation?
Can I add a new lottery game at the time of confirmation?
Yes, if a game is not found during confirmation, you can click New Lottery Game to add it.