After downloading the poker software, how do I start playing?

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Getting Started

  • Install the software and double-click the new Poker icon on your desktop.
  • This will open the login screen. 
  • If you have an existing account you can login using the same username and password.  If you don't, create a new account by clicking on the 'Create Account' button.

Choosing a Poker Nickname

  • Upon your first log in you will be asked to pick a poker nickname.  This is the name that other players will see whenever you play.  Please choose carefully as you will notbe able to change this later.
  • If you receive a message that the name is already in use then you will have to choose a different nickname.
  • Once you have chosen your nickname it will be associated with your online Poker account and you won't be prompted to choose a player name again.

Player Icons

  • You may also choose a Player Avatar.  You can choose from our icon library or you can upload your own icon. 
  • To choose or upload your icon, first click on Account on the menu bar at the top of the lobby screen then select  Player Avatar.
  • Icons must be jpg, gif or png.
  • Please do not use any inappropriate images.  Offending icons will be removed. 

Please note:

  • You cannot set up your poker account via the mobile or browser-based versions of the software. You must download and install the software to your PC or Mac. After this has been done you can access the poker room on your mobile or tablet or via your browser.
  • You cannot change your player icon (avatar) on the mobile or browser-based versions.
  • Currently, no customer-facing history is stored for hands played on the mobile or browser-based versions.