How safe is PokerStars?

There's no questioning that PokerStars is one of the most legitimate poker sites online, even if I don't like them as a player. PokerStars is extremely by-the-book, refusing to operate in any unlicensed jurisdiction. They also are one of the few online poker sites to work with massive payment processors such as PayPal.

Is PokerStars real money legit?

Is PokerStars Real Money? Yes, PokerStars can be played for real money, so long as you are present in a location where PokerStars is legal. If not, then PokerStars Play is available as a free-to-play option.

Can you withdraw real money in PokerStars?

To make a withdrawal request, login to your Stars Account and visit the Cashier. Select the 'Withdrawal' button and input the amount you'd like to withdraw, then choose 'Submit'. Review the on-screen information carefully before you complete your withdrawal request.

Should you cash out in PokerStars?

Why would you ever use “Cash Out”? The Cash Out feature doesn't change the equity of the hand, value of the pot, or chances of a particular outcome happening for any player. In the long run, it makes no difference to the odds. The main reason you would Cash Out is to reduce risk and variance.

How long does it take to get money out of PokerStars?

Once you submit your withdrawal request, allow up to 72 hours for processing. As soon as your transaction is approved, the funds will be credited within 10 business days.

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Why wont PokerStars let me withdraw?

When withdrawing funds, pokerstars ask for the documents for which the account was opened, they need to make sure that you are an adult. Document can be sent directly in the client, after verification, your funds will be sent to your specified account.

How much is cash out fee PokerStars?

We apply a 1% cash out fee on value of your hand (not the entire pot), deducted prior to offering the cash out amount. You can opt-out from the All-in Cash Out feature entirely via the 'Settings' menu.

What states is PokerStars real money in?

PokerStars. PokerStars (Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania) offers the widest variety of games in the cash game format. Aside from No-Limit Hold'em, PokerStars also runs cash games featuring Pot-Limit Omaha, Limit Hold'em, Stud, Razz, Badugi, 8-Game Mix, 2-7 Triple Draw, and several others.

Is PokerStars coming back to USA?

PokerStars is currently live in three US states. As of Jan 1, 2023, PokerStars NJ and PokerStars MI have started to share their player pools, creating the operator's first multistate network.

Can US citizens play online poker?

As of February 2023, seven states have legalized online poker: Nevada, New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Michigan. Two more have legalized it but not yet issued licenses: West Virginia and Connecticut. And all of them run igaming sites except Nevada.

How does PokerStars payout?

Withdrawals processed via Wire Transfer and Direct Bank Transfer will be sent for processing within 24 hours except on weekends. Please allow 3-5 business days after your withdrawal has been processed for the funds to appear in your bank account. You can also login to your account through our website.

Is PokerStars rigged or not?

In short - you may feel that outrageous things are happening on Pokerstars, but the chance that they are "rigging" the site against you is exactly 0%. There is just no chance, given their size and the money that is at stake, that Pokerstars is running anything other than a perfectly legitimate operation.

Is there an entry fee for PokerStars?

The $30 goes to the prize pool which the players compete for, while the $3 entry fee is taken as compensation for hosting the tournament. In most tournaments which are named, the buy-in and fee is combined for the sake of brevity in the title.

Can you withdraw from PokerStars to PayPal?

You may withdraw funds from your Stars Account to your PayPal account, providing you have made at least one previous deposit using PayPal within the past 12 months. Please visit our Withdrawal Policy for full information.

How many withdrawals can you make PokerStars?

You can only have one pending withdrawal (ie. requested but not processed) per payment method at any one time. Furthermore, depending on the method used, you can make only a limited number of withdrawal requests per 24 hour period.

How do I quit PokerStars?

Press 'Contact Us'. Enter 'Close my account' and follow the instructions.

Why does PokerStars keep sitting me out?

We may categorize the causes for PokerStars that keeps disconnecting into 3 major categories: Platform server problems (when it's not you, it's them) Device issues - software conflicts (with security / firewall software), out-of-date PokerStars app. Internet connectivity problems on your part: slow or laggy connection.

How do I remove my bank account from PokerStars?

If you're looking to update your stored bank details, you need to get in touch with us so we can remove your registered bank account information. You'll also need to provide a brief explanation of why you want to update these details. You can contact us via our software, mobile app, or website.

What is the minimum bet on PokerStars?

All cash games are played with money at stake. You can only use the funds that you brought to the table before a hand begins. For Fixed Limit games, the minimum buy-in is ten times the big bet. For example, in a $1/$2 game, the minimum buy-in is $20.

What happens if you run out of Play Money PokerStars?

If you run out of play money chips, take a seat at a ring game table and you'll receive a free top-up.

How long can you sit out PokerStars?

If a Player sits out for more than fifteen minutes, or has missed two rounds of blinds, they are removed from the table.

How much can you deposit on PokerStars?

Maximum deposit amount in 24 hours: US $640. Maximum deposit amount in 7 days: US $1,500. Maximum deposit amount in 30 days: US $2,000. Maximum amount of INSTADEBIT deposits per 24 hours: 4.